Can Genoa resist?
2023-01-13
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Roma survived the away game in Milan at the weekend and now turns to the cup they last won 15 years ago. Genoa wants to quickly return to the elite, has been playing very well lately and comes to the capital with a lot of confidence. Roma played two games after the break. First, they defeated Bologna by a minimal score, with Lorenzo Pellegrini's goal from the penalty spot, and then they pulled out a point against Milan from an almost impossible situation. The "Rossoneri" were leading with 2-0 and dominated most of the game, but the Roma did not give up and with the goals of Ibanez and Abraham in the very end, they evened the score and got an important point. They are currently 7th in the table in a very even Serie A and are in contention for a place leading into the Champions League. Genoa has been playing very well lately. In the previous four league games, they recorded 3 wins and a draw. It currently occupies the 3rd position in the Serie B table and is in an interesting battle for promotion. The team is led from the bench by Alberto Gilardino, who took over from Alexander Blessin at the beginning of December, and his players have been playing great games ever since. The guest played their last match on December 26 last year, so they had a lot of time to prepare for this game. As for the cup, Genoa first defeated Benevento 3-2, and then beat SPAL 1-0. After Parma's relegation, the Grifoni is the only Serie B team left in this competition. In the previous five meetings between these teams, the home team has the advantage. Roma has seen four wins and one draw. Jose Mourinho will be without Wijnaldum and Darbo for this match. Alberto Gilardino also has no significant problems with absences. I expect a tough game without too many chances and possibly extra time as Genoa won't attack and Roma is not so known for their attacking game. I don't expect guests to lose this game with 2 or more goals difference. Therefore, bet falls on Genoa +1.5
