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Roma confirms Pellegrini and Lulli to start against Slovan Bratislava

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 6:51 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Roma confirms Pellegrini and Lulli to start against Slovan Bratislava

Summary

Roma hosts Slovan Bratislava in the Champions League tonight at 9:00 PM at the Olimpico. After a draw against Fenerbahce and a defeat against Real Madrid, Roma aims for its first victory in the competition. Coach Gasperini will have Malen ready to lead the attack, while Pellegrini returns to the starting lineup. Lulli is favored to start on the right flank, with Ndicka possibly rested.

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By the Numbers

•Kick-off is at 9:00 PM at the Olimpico.
•Roma seeks its first Champions League win this season.
•Malen returns as the center forward for Roma.
•Pellegrini comes back to the starting lineup.
•Gasperini may rest Ndicka, opting for Balerdi in defense.

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6:51 AMYahoo Sports — Pellegrini and Lulli confirmed to start vs Slovan

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Roma are back in the hunt for a Champions League victory, with Malen ready to reclaim the center of attack. After the draw against Fenerbahce and the bitter defeat against Real Madrid, the Giallorossi...
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