AS Roma vs Lazio Match Preview: Serie A Showdown

Match Context

AS Roma host Lazio at Stadio Olimpico, Rome, on 17 May 2026 in Serie A Regular Season - 37. Roma arrive fifth on 67 points with a goal difference of 24, while Lazio sit ninth on 51 points and a goal difference of 2.

AS Roma Availability

Roma have concerns in attack. E. Ferguson (Ankle Injury) is sidelined and will not feature, removing a centre-forward option from the hosts’ deep attacking pool. In addition, B. Zaragoza (Knee Injury) is doubtful, leaving his pace and one‑v‑one threat in question. With D. Malen on 13 league goals and M. Soulé contributing 6 goals and 5 assists, Roma’s leading attacking figures are available and expected to shoulder even more responsibility.

Lazio Availability

Lazio face a reshuffle at both ends of the pitch. First‑choice goalkeeper I. Provedel (Shoulder Injury) is sidelined, forcing a change in goal. At the back, A. Romagnoli (Red Card) is sidelined through suspension, weakening Lazio’s central defensive stability for this derby.

Impact Summary

Roma, with 55 goals scored in the league, lose depth rather than core production, as their top scorer and main creator remain available. Lazio, who have scored 39 and conceded 37, suffer more structurally: the absence of Provedel and Romagnoli simultaneously impacts their defensive organisation and reliability, potentially tilting the balance toward Roma’s attack.