Roma's defense struggles without Manu Koné on the pitch
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 7:40 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
Roma secured a 3-0 victory against Sassuolo in their final match before the international break. The team's performance highlighted the crucial role of Manu Koné, who was absent during part of the previous match against Real Madrid. This season, Roma has conceded significantly fewer goals with Koné on the field, averaging 0.5 goals against per game compared to 2 goals in games without him. The team's next match is against PSG in the Champions League, where Koné's presence will be critical.
- •Roma won 3-0 against Sassuolo on November 12, 2026.
- •Manu Koné's absence correlated with increased goals conceded.
- •Roma conceded 4 goals with Koné in eight games, 14 without him.
- •Next match for Roma is against PSG in the Champions League.
- •Koné enters the fourth year of his contract at year-end.
- 7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Roma concede 4 times more without Kone on the pitch
"In their final match before the international break, Roma won 3-0 against Sassuolo, benefiting once again from the presence of Manu Koné, who had been sidelined during the first half against Real Mad...
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