Roma to Face Fiorentina in Serie A Opener

The opening matchday of the Serie A season concludes with a highly anticipated clash between AS Roma and Fiorentina. Having faced each other at kickoff of the 2021/22 season, with Roma triumphing 3–1, both teams are eager to set a positive tone for their campaigns. Roma's manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, aims to replicate that victory, while Fabio Grosso, at the helm of Fiorentina, looks to secure a win after previous draws on opening days.

Historically, the two teams have a rich rivalry, with 101 official matchups recorded in Rome, where Roma has secured 50 wins, Fiorentina 19, and there have been 32 draws. The Giallorossi's recent form at the Olimpico is impressive, having not lost to Fiorentina in their last eight encounters, including six victories and two draws since their last defeat at home in April 2018.

This particular matchup marks the 11th time Roma and Fiorentina meet on the season's opening day. Roma holds a slight historical advantage, having won 6 of the previous 10 encounters. Meanwhile, Roma is on a solid run, finishing third in Serie A last season, which marks their return to the Champions League after missing the tournament since the 2018/19 season.

Roma's current momentum features an unbeaten streak in their last seven league matches, showcasing their offensive strength by scoring in 17 consecutive Serie A games. On the flip side, Fiorentina has struggled in recent seasons, finishing 15th in the last campaign and looking for redemption this time around. Notably, they advanced to the Round of 16 in the Coppa Italia with a convincing win against Benevento.

As these two storied clubs prepare to clash, the spotlight remains on their respective managers. Gian Piero Gasperini has a perfect record against Fabio Grosso in their previous meetings, winning all three encounters. As anticipation builds for this exciting season opener, both teams will be eager to claim vital points early on.