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RESULTS Serie A Week 32 AS ROMA 3 - 2 GENOA Goals by Rodrigo Taddei, Mirko Vucinic, Marco Rossi, Julio Leon, and Daniele De Rossi
By Anna Italia
AS ROMA 3 - 2 GENOA 
14' Rodrigo Taddei 58' Marco Rossi
17' Mirko Vucinic 69' Julio Leon
79' Daniele De Rossi (pen)
Substitutions: '61 Ludovic Giuly out, Mancini in 32' Danilo out, Julio Leon in
'64 Max Tonetto out, Matteo Brighi in '64 Abdoulay Konko out, Anthony Vanden Borre in
'82 Rodrigo Taddei out, Juan in '84 Giuseppe Sculli out, Luciano Figueroa in
Moment of truth arrived for ROMA. I am watching the match in the Italian Channel RAI INTERNATIONAL. They are showing Super Totti and Alberto Aquilani watching the match from the tribune because they are injured. You can listen to Roma's anthem, ROMA, ROMA...
Which Coach will deliver the perfect formation and strategy? Roma coach Luciano Spalletti or Genoa coach Gian Piero Gasperini? .... We will find out in 90 minutes....
Referee Banti whistles the beginning of the match..... let's start!!!!
Defender Christian Panucci is taking the role of Captain for Roma.
What a day! Just looking at the Olimpico and all Roma fans chanting for ROMA... woww!!!! Great day and let's hope for the Roman gladiators to reward the fans with a victory.
Hey, talking about winning... just right after the whistle and in the 3rd minute, Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi sends a ball to Rodrigo Taddei but he is offside! You see Roma aggressive, determined to score and keep the race for the Scudetto alive....
In the 9th minute, Roma gets a free kick conceded by Genoa defender Domenico Criscito for a foul on Roma defender Cicinho. Gee.. nothing happens.... come on...
I just hope that Roma defense be strong and stop Genoa striker Marco Borriello or he will smash goalkeeper Doni. Let's see how the defense reacts and whether if striker Mirko Vucinic will score...
In the 12th minute, it is Genoa to miss a chance to open the score!!!! Wow... Genoa defender Domenico Criscito sends an assist to midfielder Abdoulay Kono who shoots from outside the box and MISSED the target!!! The Olimpico just trembled!!!!! An early goal from Genoa would have been devastated for the giallorossi....
AS ROMA 3 - 2 GENOA 14' Rodrigo Taddei 58' Marco Rossi
17' Mirko Vucinic 69' Julio Leon
79' Daniele De Rossi (pen)
Substitutions: '61 Ludovic Giuly out, Mancini in 32' Danilo out, Julio Leon in
'64 Max Tonetto out, Matteo Brighi in '64 Abdoulay Konko out, Anthony Vanden Borre in
'82 Rodrigo Taddei out, Juan in '84 Giuseppe Sculli out, Luciano Figueroa in
Moment of truth arrived for ROMA. I am watching the match in the Italian Channel RAI INTERNATIONAL. They are showing Super Totti and Alberto Aquilani watching the match from the tribune because they are injured. You can listen to Roma's anthem, ROMA, ROMA...
Which Coach will deliver the perfect formation and strategy? Roma coach Luciano Spalletti or Genoa coach Gian Piero Gasperini? .... We will find out in 90 minutes....
Referee Banti whistles the beginning of the match..... let's start!!!!
Defender Christian Panucci is taking the role of Captain for Roma.
What a day! Just looking at the Olimpico and all Roma fans chanting for ROMA... woww!!!! Great day and let's hope for the Roman gladiators to reward the fans with a victory.
Hey, talking about winning... just right after the whistle and in the 3rd minute, Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi sends a ball to Rodrigo Taddei but he is offside! You see Roma aggressive, determined to score and keep the race for the Scudetto alive....
In the 9th minute, Roma gets a free kick conceded by Genoa defender Domenico Criscito for a foul on Roma defender Cicinho. Gee.. nothing happens.... come on...
I just hope that Roma defense be strong and stop Genoa striker Marco Borriello or he will smash goalkeeper Doni. Let's see how the defense reacts and whether if striker Mirko Vucinic will score...
In the 12th minute, it is Genoa to miss a chance to open the score!!!! Wow... Genoa defender Domenico Criscito sends an assist to midfielder Abdoulay Kono who shoots from outside the box and MISSED the target!!! The Olimpico just trembled!!!!! An early goal from Genoa would have been devastated for the giallorossi....
Hey... YES, YES, YES, ... it is is GOALLLLLLLLLL two minutes later, in the14th minute with Roma counterattacking sees Roma midfielder RODRIGO TADDEI shooting from close range right to the center of the goal blasting Genoa goalkeeper ..... HEY, party time at the Olimpico! Roma is taking the lead!
AS ROMA 1 - 0 GENOA
AS ROMA 1 - 0 GENOA
Genoa reacts with this early goal and are now pressing the gladiators! Right now, with this result the distance with Inter is 1 point! Now, let's see if Inter win or lose tomorrow against Atalanta.
In the 17th minute, you won't believe it guys but GENOA is in shock after Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi sent an assist to striker Mirko Vucinic who shoots from outside the box directly to the very top right corner blasting Genoa goalkeeper Rubinho!!!!! Unbelievable!!!!! Just unbelievable, imagine Vucinic was going to miss this match for a flu!!!! Boy, what a day for Vucinic.
AS ROMA 2 - 0 GENOA
Vucinic blasting Genoa goalkeeper Rubinho Photo credit: Afp
The Roman Gladiators Congratulate Mirko Vucinic for his goal. Photo: Ansa
I guess Roma Coach Luciano Spalletti did his homework and they are beating Genoa without giving space to striker Marco Borriello! Well done Spalletti. This is a good birthday present for our frequent commentator Ricardo15!!!!
In the 20th minute, Genoa striker Marco Borriello gets an assist by Konko and he almost scored!!!!! Roma defense left a space to Borriello and he just shoot from outside the box to the bottom left corner and Roma goalkeeper Doni SAVES!!!!! wow... Roma defense better be alert because Borriello is hungry to score!!!! I don't blame him at all.
Roma coach Luciano Spalletti is getting mad and protesting. Hey, he has all the right because making a mistake will cost them the 3 points!!!!! If Roma wants to keep this victory the defense must be alert, especially Christian Panucci and Philippe Mexes.
Genoa is hurt, they are running, planning, pressuring the Roman gladiators. Here is where Roma has to show their technique and determination.
In the 22nd minute, Genoa midfielder Ivan Juric shoots from outside the box after getting an assist by Konko and luckily for Roma he misses the target!.... Hey, this is becoming a tight match. Genoa is not giving up and Roma is risking big time here. You bet Inter coach Roberto Mancini and his players must be cheering for Genoa
In the 25th minute, Roma defender Philippe Mexes concedes a corner for Genoa. Hey, what a match!!! A minute later, Roma defender Cicinho concedes another corner for Genoa. Madonna!!!! What's happening! Concentration is vital for Roma.
In the 29th minute, Ludovic Giuly wins a free kick
Oops. Genoa seems to have problems with midfielder Danilo. He might not be able to continue. Yes, he cannot make it and in the 32nd minute Genoa coach forces to make his first substitution for injury.
Midfielder Danilo out, midfielder Julio Leon in.
In the 34th minute, Genoa striker Giuseppe Sculli gets an assist by Marco Rossi and madonna!!!! Sculli shoots from the center of the box and misses the target!!!!! Hey, Genoa is not taking this defeat lightly. Borriello and Sculli are giving signs of wanting to score to change this result.
I can't believe it! Spalletti is practically shouting to his players while Genoa coach Gasperini motivates his players too. Hey, this is a duel between coaches!!!
In the 35th minute, Genoa again!!!!! Konko sends an assist to Marco Rossi who shoots from outside the box sending the ball too high! A goal from Genoa might come at any moment.
First half ends with Roma taking the lead ... Will they keep the victory or will Genoa return to upset Roma?
In the 47th minute, Giuseppe sculli sends a cross to Konko who heads from the center of the box but the ball goes too high! Hey guys, either ROMA wake up and smell the coffee or Genoa will score soon.
In the 50th minute, again, GENOA is surprising the Roman gladiators. Domenico Criscito shoots from outside the box to the bottom right corner and is saved...... I am telling you guys, Genoa is showing more determination and Roma seems losing concentration. How come Genoa is getting many chances????? Something is not clicking here.
In the 53rd minute, Roma defender Philippe Mexes concedes a corner for Genoa.
In the 54th minute, Julio Leon sends an assist to Fabiano who shoots from outside the box sending the ball way too high! Guys, this is not looking good. I see Genoa having many goal opportunities and Roma conceding too much space when they should block Genoa. In any moment, Borriello might surprise them.
In the 57th minute, I am telling you guys, this is becoming a total pressing from Genoa! Fabiano sends a cross to striker Marco Borriello who shoots from the center of the box to the bottom right corner and it's saved!!!! Uffa... how many opportunities for Genoa! Where is Roma? Are they playing???? I see only Genoa so far....
Oops... guys, what was I saying?????? Immediately after trying to score. In the 58th minute, Borriello sends an assist to Marco Rossi who shoots from close range to the very bottom right corner blasting Roma goalkeeper Doni! Amazing.... I was saying it from the last 15 minutes.... Genoa was pressuring the giallorossi and here is the result.
AS ROMA 2 - 1 GENOA
Oh no!!!! Uffa!!! not even a minute later when GENOA IS giving a cold shower to Roma fans at the Olimpico!!!!
Unbelievable, in the 59th minute, Konko sends an assist to Julio Leon, who shoots from outside the box to the bottom right corner just like in the first goal and Roma goalkeeper Doni cannot save. This is amazing!!!! Genoa just froze the Olimpico!!!!! No wonder Coach Luciano Spalletti was so upset telling his players to pay attention.
AS ROMA 2 - 2 GENOA
Imagine the joy was so immense for Genoa that Referee Banti gives a yellow card to LEON!!!!!! wow... unbelievable, the Roman gladiators are being conquered right in their own territory. Now, is either WAKE UP ROMA or GENOA WILL TAKE THE 3 points!
In the 61st minute, Roma Coach Spalletti is reading the match well and making his first substitution. Spalleti is conscious that he must change his strategy and honestly I think Mancini can do better than Giuly.
Ludovic Giuly out, Alessandro Mancini in
In the 64th minute, Spalletti makes another substitution.
Max Tonetto out, Matteo Brighi in.
Though, Genoa Coach Gasperini is not wasting time either. Gasperini also makes his substitution.
Abdoulay Konko out, Anthony Vanden Borre in
Oh ooho!!!! In the 79th minute, Referee banti grants a penalty to Roma!!!!! Domenico Criscito commits a foul in the penalty area. Unbelievable!!!! Who will take the penalty, what a chance!!!
It's midfielder Daniele De Rossi taking the penalty spot. Captain Totti is covering his face in the tribune not wanting to see De Rossi shooting... maybe he is praying???? I hope so. Here is the chance for Roma to take the lead again. What a big responsibility for De Rossi.... hope he won't miss it. He gets sets, ready... and shoots... YES , YES, YES, he did it!!!!!! De Rossi shoots to the top left corner blasting Genoa goalkeeper Rubinho!!!!!!
AS ROMA 3 - 2 GENOA
What a match guys!!!! The joy returns to the Olimpico and Roma fans are chanting stronger for the Roman gladiators!!!! Daniele De Rossi shows how much he loves ROMA when celebrating this goal along with Roma fans.
In the 82nd minute, Roma coach Luciano Spalletti makes his third substitution.
Rodrigo Taddei out, Juan is in.
Hey, 8 more minutes and Roma should "stringere i denti" to keep this victory. I think Spalletti is doing good to bring defender Juan. Come on Roma.... my main trust on defense still are Philippe Mexes and Panucci.
Mamma mia!!!!! In the 83rd minute, Roma midfielder, another of my favorite guys, sends an assist to Mancini who shoots from outside the box but missed the target!!!!!! Uffa!!! This would have been a perfect goal for Mancini. It's ok... still 7 more minutes!!!!
In the 84th minute, it's time for Genoa coach Gasperini to make his last substitution.
Giuseppe Sculli out, and Luciano Figueroa in.
I don't think this change is good for Genoa. Oh well, anyway, I am cheering for Roma.
In the 17th minute, you won't believe it guys but GENOA is in shock after Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi sent an assist to striker Mirko Vucinic who shoots from outside the box directly to the very top right corner blasting Genoa goalkeeper Rubinho!!!!! Unbelievable!!!!! Just unbelievable, imagine Vucinic was going to miss this match for a flu!!!! Boy, what a day for Vucinic.
AS ROMA 2 - 0 GENOA
Vucinic blasting Genoa goalkeeper Rubinho Photo credit: Afp
The Roman Gladiators Congratulate Mirko Vucinic for his goal. Photo: Ansa
I guess Roma Coach Luciano Spalletti did his homework and they are beating Genoa without giving space to striker Marco Borriello! Well done Spalletti. This is a good birthday present for our frequent commentator Ricardo15!!!!
In the 20th minute, Genoa striker Marco Borriello gets an assist by Konko and he almost scored!!!!! Roma defense left a space to Borriello and he just shoot from outside the box to the bottom left corner and Roma goalkeeper Doni SAVES!!!!! wow... Roma defense better be alert because Borriello is hungry to score!!!! I don't blame him at all.
Roma coach Luciano Spalletti is getting mad and protesting. Hey, he has all the right because making a mistake will cost them the 3 points!!!!! If Roma wants to keep this victory the defense must be alert, especially Christian Panucci and Philippe Mexes.
Genoa is hurt, they are running, planning, pressuring the Roman gladiators. Here is where Roma has to show their technique and determination.
In the 22nd minute, Genoa midfielder Ivan Juric shoots from outside the box after getting an assist by Konko and luckily for Roma he misses the target!.... Hey, this is becoming a tight match. Genoa is not giving up and Roma is risking big time here. You bet Inter coach Roberto Mancini and his players must be cheering for Genoa
In the 25th minute, Roma defender Philippe Mexes concedes a corner for Genoa. Hey, what a match!!! A minute later, Roma defender Cicinho concedes another corner for Genoa. Madonna!!!! What's happening! Concentration is vital for Roma.
In the 29th minute, Ludovic Giuly wins a free kick
Oops. Genoa seems to have problems with midfielder Danilo. He might not be able to continue. Yes, he cannot make it and in the 32nd minute Genoa coach forces to make his first substitution for injury.
Midfielder Danilo out, midfielder Julio Leon in.
In the 34th minute, Genoa striker Giuseppe Sculli gets an assist by Marco Rossi and madonna!!!! Sculli shoots from the center of the box and misses the target!!!!! Hey, Genoa is not taking this defeat lightly. Borriello and Sculli are giving signs of wanting to score to change this result.
I can't believe it! Spalletti is practically shouting to his players while Genoa coach Gasperini motivates his players too. Hey, this is a duel between coaches!!!
In the 35th minute, Genoa again!!!!! Konko sends an assist to Marco Rossi who shoots from outside the box sending the ball too high! A goal from Genoa might come at any moment.
First half ends with Roma taking the lead ... Will they keep the victory or will Genoa return to upset Roma?
In the 47th minute, Giuseppe sculli sends a cross to Konko who heads from the center of the box but the ball goes too high! Hey guys, either ROMA wake up and smell the coffee or Genoa will score soon.
In the 50th minute, again, GENOA is surprising the Roman gladiators. Domenico Criscito shoots from outside the box to the bottom right corner and is saved...... I am telling you guys, Genoa is showing more determination and Roma seems losing concentration. How come Genoa is getting many chances????? Something is not clicking here.
In the 53rd minute, Roma defender Philippe Mexes concedes a corner for Genoa.
In the 54th minute, Julio Leon sends an assist to Fabiano who shoots from outside the box sending the ball way too high! Guys, this is not looking good. I see Genoa having many goal opportunities and Roma conceding too much space when they should block Genoa. In any moment, Borriello might surprise them.
In the 57th minute, I am telling you guys, this is becoming a total pressing from Genoa! Fabiano sends a cross to striker Marco Borriello who shoots from the center of the box to the bottom right corner and it's saved!!!! Uffa... how many opportunities for Genoa! Where is Roma? Are they playing???? I see only Genoa so far....
Oops... guys, what was I saying?????? Immediately after trying to score. In the 58th minute, Borriello sends an assist to Marco Rossi who shoots from close range to the very bottom right corner blasting Roma goalkeeper Doni! Amazing.... I was saying it from the last 15 minutes.... Genoa was pressuring the giallorossi and here is the result.
AS ROMA 2 - 1 GENOA
Oh no!!!! Uffa!!! not even a minute later when GENOA IS giving a cold shower to Roma fans at the Olimpico!!!!
Unbelievable, in the 59th minute, Konko sends an assist to Julio Leon, who shoots from outside the box to the bottom right corner just like in the first goal and Roma goalkeeper Doni cannot save. This is amazing!!!! Genoa just froze the Olimpico!!!!! No wonder Coach Luciano Spalletti was so upset telling his players to pay attention.
AS ROMA 2 - 2 GENOA
Imagine the joy was so immense for Genoa that Referee Banti gives a yellow card to LEON!!!!!! wow... unbelievable, the Roman gladiators are being conquered right in their own territory. Now, is either WAKE UP ROMA or GENOA WILL TAKE THE 3 points!
In the 61st minute, Roma Coach Spalletti is reading the match well and making his first substitution. Spalleti is conscious that he must change his strategy and honestly I think Mancini can do better than Giuly.
Ludovic Giuly out, Alessandro Mancini in
In the 64th minute, Spalletti makes another substitution.
Max Tonetto out, Matteo Brighi in.
Though, Genoa Coach Gasperini is not wasting time either. Gasperini also makes his substitution.
Abdoulay Konko out, Anthony Vanden Borre in
Oh ooho!!!! In the 79th minute, Referee banti grants a penalty to Roma!!!!! Domenico Criscito commits a foul in the penalty area. Unbelievable!!!! Who will take the penalty, what a chance!!!
It's midfielder Daniele De Rossi taking the penalty spot. Captain Totti is covering his face in the tribune not wanting to see De Rossi shooting... maybe he is praying???? I hope so. Here is the chance for Roma to take the lead again. What a big responsibility for De Rossi.... hope he won't miss it. He gets sets, ready... and shoots... YES , YES, YES, he did it!!!!!! De Rossi shoots to the top left corner blasting Genoa goalkeeper Rubinho!!!!!!
AS ROMA 3 - 2 GENOA
What a match guys!!!! The joy returns to the Olimpico and Roma fans are chanting stronger for the Roman gladiators!!!! Daniele De Rossi shows how much he loves ROMA when celebrating this goal along with Roma fans.
In the 82nd minute, Roma coach Luciano Spalletti makes his third substitution.
Rodrigo Taddei out, Juan is in.
Hey, 8 more minutes and Roma should "stringere i denti" to keep this victory. I think Spalletti is doing good to bring defender Juan. Come on Roma.... my main trust on defense still are Philippe Mexes and Panucci.
Mamma mia!!!!! In the 83rd minute, Roma midfielder, another of my favorite guys, sends an assist to Mancini who shoots from outside the box but missed the target!!!!!! Uffa!!! This would have been a perfect goal for Mancini. It's ok... still 7 more minutes!!!!
In the 84th minute, it's time for Genoa coach Gasperini to make his last substitution.
Giuseppe Sculli out, and Luciano Figueroa in.
I don't think this change is good for Genoa. Oh well, anyway, I am cheering for Roma.
- Referee Banti signals 4 minutes stoppage time.
In the 86th minute, Genoa striker Marco Borriello commits a foul on Mexes. Roma gets a free kick.
Nervousness are just attacking both teams who are committing fouls in their desperation to secure a victory.
In the 88th minute, Daniele De Rossi commits a foul.
Mamma mia!!!!!! come on guys, calm down! Imagine if Genoa scores in these last minutes. Time for Roma defense to hold tight!
In the 91st minute, Matteo Brighi sends an assist to Perrotta!!!! OH no.... Perrotta shoots from outside the box and missed the target sending the ball to the left!!!!
That's it! Match is over! Roma coach Luciano Spalletti proved to have the right formation and adjusting his strategy to grasp the 3 points at the Olimpico. Changes worked for Spalletti and Vucinic did his job! Most of all, midfielder Daniele De Rossi delivered the winning goal to the joy of all Roma fans!!!!!! Well done guys!!!
Nervousness are just attacking both teams who are committing fouls in their desperation to secure a victory.
In the 88th minute, Daniele De Rossi commits a foul.
Mamma mia!!!!!! come on guys, calm down! Imagine if Genoa scores in these last minutes. Time for Roma defense to hold tight!
In the 91st minute, Matteo Brighi sends an assist to Perrotta!!!! OH no.... Perrotta shoots from outside the box and missed the target sending the ball to the left!!!!
That's it! Match is over! Roma coach Luciano Spalletti proved to have the right formation and adjusting his strategy to grasp the 3 points at the Olimpico. Changes worked for Spalletti and Vucinic did his job! Most of all, midfielder Daniele De Rossi delivered the winning goal to the joy of all Roma fans!!!!!! Well done guys!!!
| Week 32 Italian Serie A Tim 2007 - 2008 Thirty Second Round Matchday 32 AS ROMA - GENOA
Saturday, April 5, 2008 Referee: Banti (Livorno) Commentary by Anna Italia | |||
| AS ROMA |
GENOA | ||
| 3 |
Goals | 2 | |
| 12 (4) |
Shots (on Goal) | 14(6) | |
| 12 |
Fouls | 26 | |
| 3 |
Corner Kicks | 5 | |
| 5 |
Offsides | 2 | |
| 47% |
Ball Possession | 53% | |
| 2 |
Yellow Cards | 4 | |
| 0 |
Red Cards | 0 | |
| 4 |
Saves | 1 | |
9 a.m. USA Pacific timeLINEUPS
AS ROMA
Goalkeeper: Doni
Defenders: Christian Panucci, Philippe Mexes, Max Tonetto, Marco Cassetti, Cicinho
Midfielders: Rodrigo Taddei, Ludovic Giuly, Simone Perrotta,
Daniele De Rossi
Forward: Mirko Vucinic
Coach: Luciano Spalletti
GENOA
Goalkeeper: Rubinho
Defenders: Alessandro Lucarelli, Cesare Bovo, Fabiano, Domenico Criscito
Midfielders: Abdoulay Konko, Marco Rossi, Ivan Juric, Danilo
Forwards: Marco Borriello, Giuseppe Sculli
Coach: Gian Piero Gasperini
1 POINT!
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First prediction right! Man, so happy for Roma's victory i thought they were going to lose after Genoa equalized the score. Totti covered his face? That was funny and i hoped he prayed too for De Rossi not missing the goal because God answered his prayer. Forza Roma let's hope Inter lose tomorrow, though Mark and Hilda will be sad if they lose.
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Not happy with this result, just hope my Inter win tomorrow.
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I am so mad, I thought I had set my DVR to record this game. Turned out I was wrong.
It seems like it would have been an exciting game to watch. I am happy Roma win in the end.
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ROMA WON!!!!!! That's what matters right now. Though, Inter must lose or get 2 draws to catch up!
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Hi Kenntak, if you have DSL, you can watch the replay for Roma Vs Genoa on ESPN360 in your computer.
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Thanks for the info. Hilda.
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I was also trying not to see De Rossi, praying to score!But i could fight against myself and saw his scoring!
When i saw Totti in the tribune covering his face and feeling happy for the penalty score, how much i did really laugh at it! It was a superb feeling, it was very very beautiful game, guys! Fiorentina played cool as well!
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