Roma’s late double turned a nervy contest into a 2-0 win, suggesting punters may favour Roma in late-goal markets or back Roma to win with goals after the 60th minute. Sassuolo’s clear chances but poor finishing make a Sassuolo win less likely; markets such as “Roma win and both teams to score” or “Roma lead at 75+ minutes” could offer value.
Sassuolo frustrated as late goals hand Roma a 2-0 victory
Sassuolo dominated large parts of the first half but were undone by two late strikes at the Stadio Olimpico, conceding in the 77th and 79th minutes. Manu Koné opened the scoring with a header before Matías Soulé finished seconds later to seal Roma’s win.
Match flow: chances wasted, momentum lost
Sassuolo created the game’s clearest openings early on, testing the Roma goalkeeper and squandering several opportunities that might have changed the game’s complexion. When those chances were missed, Roma’s quality emerged in the final quarter and punished lapses in concentration.
Manager reaction: Grosso demands consistency
Head coach Fabio Grosso praised his side’s performance overall but lamented the lack of cutting edge in key moments. "It was a good performance, we created big chances to take the lead, but naturally Roma have undoubted quality and in the end that emerged," Grosso said. He admitted the team lost intensity late on and stressed the need for greater consistency as Sassuolo navigate a turbulent spell.
Squad issues and form
Promoted from Serie B last summer, Sassuolo remain comfortably mid-table but are now without a win in six league rounds. Grosso highlighted fixture congestion and a limited squad—three games in a few days—as factors that exposed fatigue and reduced consistency.
Player spotlight: Ismael Koné
Canada international Ismael Koné impressed in the first half with physicality and moments of real influence. He has been likened to a combative box-to-box profile — strong in duels and capable of high peaks — but needs to improve decision-making and finishing to become a consistent match-winner.
Betting implications
Sassuolo’s wastefulness and Roma’s ability to strike late shift value toward markets favouring Roma and late goals. Consider backing Roma in late-goal or second-half goal markets, or Roma win combined with both teams to score if you expect Sassuolo to continue creating chances but failing to finish. Avoid overcommitting to a Sassuolo win while the side searches for consistency.
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