Roma near Champions League return with derby triumph, Napoli secure top four
Roma secured a significant victory over Lazio, winning 2-0 in a heated derby match. This win positions them closer to a return to the Champions League after a long absence. Meanwhile, Napoli's 3-0 victory at Pisa ensures their place in the top four of the league.
- ▪Gianluca Mancini scored both goals for Roma, helping them rise to fourth place in the league.
- ▪Roma has not participated in the Champions League since 2019, when they were eliminated by Porto.
- ▪A win against relegated Verona next weekend will guarantee Roma's qualification for the Champions League.
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