5 things we learned from the Rome derby

Roma earned a narrow 2-1 victory over city rivals Lazio

Published Nov 21, 2017

Roma edged a tight Eternal City derby over rivals Lazio at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday night.

Here we take a look at five things we learned from a match which could have a crucial impact on the Serie A title race.

Eusebio Di Francesco continues to surprise

Roma coach Eusebio Di Francesco is defying his critics. — Roma coach Eusebio Di Francesco is defying his critics (AP)

Lazio challenge despite derby defeat

Nani, from Manchester United reject to Serie A winner? (EMPICS Sport)

Alisson is the business

Edin Dzeko keeps Roma title bid on track

Roma v Chelsea – UEFA Champions League – Group C – Stadio Olimpico — Dzeko: heading for the Ballon D’Or? (PA)

Serie A battle remains tight affair

Some say it is the title that no one wants to win – others that it is shaping up to be one of the most exciting Serie A run-ins in years. While pace-setters Napoli and Juventus remain slight favourites, both Eternal City clubs can consider they have every chance of figuring in the title mix-up – with Di Francesco’s men in particular ideally placed.