Genoa Stuns Roma In Serie A Clash With Late Winner
Genoa Stuns Roma In Serie A Clash With Late Winner...
Genoa pulled off a dramatic 1-0 victory over Roma in Monday night's Serie A showdown, with Albert Guðmundsson scoring the decisive goal in the 89th minute. The match, played at Stadio Luigi Ferraris, delivered a major blow to Roma's Champions League qualification hopes while boosting Genoa's survival bid in Italy's top flight.
The game is trending in the US due to Roma's American ownership group and growing Stateside interest in Serie A. AS Roma, owned by Texas-based Friedkin Group since 2020, has developed a significant American fanbase through strategic marketing and summer tours.
Monday's result leaves Roma in fifth place, now five points behind fourth-place Bologna in the race for Champions League qualification. Genoa moves up to 12th position, virtually securing their Serie A status for next season with nine games remaining.
Roma manager Daniele De Rossi expressed frustration post-match, telling reporters his team "lacked precision in the final third." The defeat comes just days before Roma's crucial Europa League quarterfinal against Feyenoord.
Serie A viewership in the US has grown 38% this season on Paramount+, with Roma among the most-watched clubs. The league's 7:45 AM ET weekend kickoffs have proven popular with American soccer fans seeking morning football options.
Social media reactions highlighted American fans' disappointment, with #Roma trending on Twitter/X in several US cities. Many pointed to the absence of injured star Paulo Dybala as a key factor in Roma's offensive struggles.
The match also featured a strong performance from USMNT midfielder Weston McKennie's Juventus teammate, Genoa goalkeeper Josep MartÃnez, who made four critical saves. Serie A continues to gain traction stateside, with Inter Miami's planned summer tour of Italy expected to further boost interest.
Next for Roma is Sunday's Derby della Capitale against Lazio, another match likely to draw strong US viewership. Genoa faces mid-table Frosinone as they look to build on their surprise victory.
