2026-2027 Serie A: Lecce vs. Roma, Probable Lineups

The final matchday of Serie A action for the second round of the 2026-2027 season: kicking things off will be the all-Giallorossi clash between Lecce and Roma, scheduled for Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the Via del Mare. Although the season is just getting started, every point is crucial for achieving their goals: this is well understood by both the Lecce side—fresh off a fine victory against Venezia in their season opener—and Gian Piero Gasperini’s men, who crushed Fiorentina in the opening round.

Eusebio Di Francesco, Lecce’s head coach and a former Roma player and coach, will rely heavily on a 4-2-3-1 formation, ready to start Geubbels once again as the center forward, with Pierotti, Ngom, and N’Dri supporting him from the attacking midfield. Everyone is fit and available, with no players suspended or injured: in front of Falcone, the back four will most likely feature Veiga, Tiago Gabriel, Gaspar, and Gallo, while Coulibaly and Gorter will anchor the midfield.

Gasperini’s clear objective will be to avoid a lapse in focus following a victory over Fiorentina that was, in some ways, unexpectedly lopsided. Up front, there’s no doubt: Malen is the main target, while Dybala and Rodrigo Mora will be tasked with setting him up in front of goal. Lulli could be confirmed in midfield, while Manu Koné’s future depends on transfer market developments: Monday’s match could be his last in a Giallorossi jersey. No surprises are expected in the back three: Ndicka and Hermoso will line up alongside Mancini.

Probable Lineups

LECCE (4-2-3-1): Falcone; Veiga, Tiago Gabriel, Gaspar, Gallo; Coulibaly, Gorter; Pierotti, Ngom, N’Dri; Geubbels. Coach: Di Francesco.

ROMA (3-4-2-1): Svilar; Mancini, Ndicka, Hermoso; Lulli, Koné, Cristante, Wesley; Dybala, Mora; Malen. Coach: Gasperini.