Roma, under coach Ivan Juric, faced off against Venezia at the Stadio Olimpico, looking to bounce back from a disappointing midweek draw in the Europa League. With Paulo Dybala sidelined due to fatigue, Matías Soulé was given his first start alongside Lorenzo Pellegrini in a 3-5-2 formation. Despite dominating possession and creating chances, Roma struggled to break through Venezia's defense, who were seeking to capitalize on their recent 2-0 victory over Genoa. The match was crucial for Roma to gain momentum in the Serie A season after a shaky start, with the team showcasing young talents like Nicoló Pisilli and Artem Dovbyk. As protests from fans continued over the recent managerial changes, Juric aimed to solidify the team's cohesion and performance. The match was seen as a must-win for Roma to restore confidence and improve their standing in the league.