With just nine rounds left in the 2015/2016 Serie A season, all 20 sides will be seeking to pick up maximum points in the hopes of achieving their different objectives. For both Roma and Inter, a European football spot is what they are seeking, namely a Champions League berth, and given the long history between the two clubs, expect it to be a interesting clash at the Stadio Olimpico later today.
Roma
Under Luciano Spalletti, Roma have won eight straight Serie A wins. So impressive has been their domestic performance that many fans surely must be wondering why the club did not bring him in earlier after things started to go sideways with Rudi Garcia on the bench. Should the Giallorossi win today, it will make it nine wins on the trot, and more important, put them just one game from matching the ten victories achieved under Garcia during his debut term in the Italian capital.
Interestingly, it was against Inter that things began to change for Roma in the earlier stages of this season. Prior to the defeat to the Nerazzurri, the Lupi had won five consecutive games. Following a 1-0 reversal at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, Roma would only win two league matches before Garcia's sacking on January 13th. Although Spalletti's arrival did not bring immediate results - Roma first had to settle for a draw with relegation candidates Hellas Verona followed by a loss to Juventus - since defeating Frosinone 3-1 on January 30th, it has been onwards and upwards for the capital club.
With young German international Antonio Rüdiger now returning to the fold, Spalletti will have a full-strength line-up available for selection for today's game, with Daniele De Rossi and Radja Nainggolan in the middle of the park, and the in-form trio of Mohamed Salah, Stephan El Shaarawy and Diego Perotti spearheading the attack.
Inter
Meanwhile, Inter will be coming into this game having won their past two Serie A fixtures. Simply put, this will be a must-win game for Roberto Mancini's side if they want to have a shot at re-claiming third place. Despite a bright start to the 2015/2016 season, the Nerazzurri hit a rough patch at the midway mark and have still not fully recovered.
In fact, they have gone from Scudetto contenders to Champions League hopefuls to now being in danger of missing out on European football entirely. However, completing a double over Roma this term would at least see them temporarily move ahead of Fiorentina into fourth place; more important, the gap between them and Roma would be closed to a more manageable two points.
Moreover, a third consecutive game before the international hiatus would definitely help to lift fans' spirits and wold set them up nicely to make a late push for third spot once Serie A resumes action next month. Unfortunately, Mancini will be facing a selection crisis for this game, especially in attack. Both Mauro Icardi and Stevan Jovetic are out injured, and Rodrigo Palacio is suspended, meaning that new signing Eder - who has not impressed since arriving from Sampdoria this January - will be tasked with leading the line.
Another player who will be keen on making his mark is Serbian international Adem Ljajic, who will have a point to prove against ex-side Roma after not getting much playing time with the capital club.
Which channel is broadcasting Roma vs Inter on TV or Online?
Any game between Roma and Inter is always a big one for Serie A fans, and the Stadio Olimpico will be buzzing with both Giallorossi and Nerazzurri supporters this evening. However, if you are too far away to make the trip to the Italian capital, no worries. LiveSoccerTV.com has compiled plenty of selections to catch the game via your TV, computer, phone, or tablet.
Here are some options for fans residing elsewhere in Italy and in the following countries:
- In the USA at 15.45 EST on: fuboTV, beIN Sports USA, RAI International, beIN SPORTS CONNECT U.S.A.
- In Italy at 20.45 CET on: Sky Supercalcio HD, Sky Sport 1 HD Italia, PremiumSport 2 HD, SKY Go Italia, Sky Calcio 1
- In the UK at 19.45 GMT on: BT Sport Europe, BT Sport Live Streaming
- In Canada at 15.45 ET on: beIN SPORTS CONNECT Canada, beIN Sports Canada, RAI International
Live elsewhere? Check out our special Roma vs. Inter broadcast page for viewing times and options for wherever you call home.
*Note: Live broadcast data is subject to change*
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