Roma vs Lazio Best Combined XI: Giallorossi Dominate the Lineup
Roma vs Lazio Best Combined XI: Giallorossi Dominate the Lineup Ahead of Sunday’s Derby della Capitale, we take a closer look at the Roma and Lazio squads and how they compare to one another. The two clubs are currently separated by a 16-point gap in the Serie A standings, as the Giallorossi are in the mix of a thrilling fight for the Champions League spots, while the Aquile stray behind, settling for a mid-table finish. This significant gulf in the table is no coincidence, but reflects the gap in the quality between the squads, which becomes more evident when comparing them role by role.
Roma & Lazio Best Combined XI (3-4-2-1) Goalkeeper: Mile Svilar (Roma) This season, Ivan Provedel enjoyed quite a career turnaround under Maurizio Sarri, registering 12 clean sheets in 27 appearances before suffering a season-ending injury. Nevertheless, Mile Svilar has arguably been the league’s best goalkeeper for the past two campaigns, pulling off jaw-dropping saves on a weekly basis. Right Centre-Back: Gianluca Mancini (Roma) Gianluca Mancini might be one of the most unpopular figures in the blue part of Rome, but it must be said that the Italian international has been one of the most robust defenders in the league this season.
The former Atalanta man had a knack for losing his head and committing avoidable mistakes in the past, but he is now cutting a more mature and composed figure. Centre-Back: Mario Gila (Lazio) The Spaniard’s solid showings at the back have been one of the few bright spots of Lazio’s campaign. He is the one Biancocelesti player who can walk into any starting lineup in Serie A .
Left Centre-Back: Evan Ndicka (Roma) The Ivorian defender is arguably underrated, as he doesn’t always receive the plaudits he deserves. The 26-year-old rarely commits blunders and can play either at the heart of the backline or on the left side. He is a cut above Alessio Romagnoli and Mario Hermoso.
Right Wing-Back: Zeki Celik (Roma) Another Roma player who seldom gets his flowers. Despite Wesley’s arrival. The Turkish international was able to maintain a starting role, prompting Gian Piero Gasperini to find another role for the Brazilian.