AS Roma – Bologna: A Bitter Last Dance And A Resurgence (2-3)
In the same way that oil is part of the oil business, stupidity is part of the football business. This Simon Kuper statement perfectly encapsulates Roma’s management under their current owners over the past year. This notion reached its zenith in their recent match against Bologna, where a disheartening defeat cast ominous shadows over Roma's horizon. Conversely, for Bologna, this away win paved the way to a brighter future, filled with renewed optimism and prospects.
Tactical analysis and match report by Agostino Dosselli.
Bologna's supporters knew this season would be tough. It has been sixty years since their last Champions League appearance, and losing their manager along with two key players hasn't helped their cause.
Roma's fans began the season with high hopes under new manager De Rossi, dreaming of a return to the Champions League. However, those dreams were quickly dashed following an unexpected managerial change. Ivan Jurić was brought in, but his tenure has yet to win over the supporters, and rumours of his possible dismissal lingered around this match. As it turned out, not even five minutes after the final whistle, Jurić was indeed fired.
This game had all the makings of a very important clash for both teams. For Roma, it was a chance to stave off the looming spectre of a season that might lead to their downfall. On the other hand, Bologna was fuelled by the hope of achieving a result of historical significance. Indeed, the last time Bologna managed to secure three consecutive wins against Roma was back in 1961, a period when they were a dominant force in the Italian league.
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