Genoa vs AS Roma Prediction and Betting Tips for this clash at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on Sunday, March 08, 2026. Kick-off is set for 17:00 GMT, with live broadcast coverage available on Discovery+ and Paramount+. Referee Andrea Colombo will be the man in charge of this high-stakes meeting.
Genoa finds themselves in 15th place, struggling for consistency. Meanwhile, Roma sits comfortably in 4th, pushing for a Champions League spot. Fans can expect a tactical battle between Daniele De Rossi and Gian Piero Gasperini. You can find our Serie A Predictions right here for more insights.
Genoa vs AS Roma Key Facts and Stats
Genoa has picked up 4 points from their last 5 games, averaging 0.8 points recently.
Roma is on a 4 match unbeaten run, currently collecting 1.6 points per game overall.
The home side has managed to score in each of their last 5 home fixtures.
Both teams to score landed in only 8 of Roma's 27 matches this league season.
Lorenzo Colombo leads Genoa with 6 goals, while Roma relies on Donyell Malen's 6 goals.
Roma has conceded only 0.77 goals per away match, ranking 3rd for defensive stats away.
High average of 15.86 fouls won per home match, indicating they control play.
Reliable scoring form at home, netting in each of their last 5 fixtures.
Lorenzo Colombo is a key threat with 6 goals and 0.33 per 90.
Solid offensive output with an average of 1.21 goals scored per home game.
- Genoa's Weaknesses
Ranked 19th in the league for corners won at home with only 3.43.
Aggressive play leads to a high 13.86 fouls committed per match at home.
Struggling overall in 15th position with only 6 wins in 27 matches.
League Position
4
+ AS Roma's Strengths
Ranked 3rd for best defense away from home, conceding just 0.77 goals.
Sitting 3rd in the away standings with 1.69 points earned per match.
Strong momentum with a 4 match unbeaten streak heading into this game.
Efficient attacking from Donyell Malen, who averages 0.95 goals per 90 minutes.
- AS Roma's Weaknesses
Highly aggressive defensive style results in 15.54 fouls committed per away game.
Low spectacular factor away with only 31% of games seeing BTTS land.
Match Preview
Lorenzo Colombo is the main threat up front for the home side with 6 goals so far. He averages 0.33 goals per 90 minutes. With 61 minutes per match, he needs to be sharp. Ruslan Malinovskyi is also key, having netted 5 times this season while being carded 9 times.
The defense sees Leo Skiri Ostigard as a regular, playing 86 minutes per game. He has 4 goals but also 6 yellow cards. Brooke Norton-Cuffy is doubtful for this one, which might hurt their width. Sebastian Otoa is another player whose fitness remains quite uncertain currently.
Playing at the Marassi usually brings out their best attacking form recently. They have scored 17 home goals in 14 matches. However, they concede 1.29 goals per game here. They must avoid fouls, as they commit 13.86 per home match on average according to the latest figures.
Roma is missing several heavy hitters like Paulo Dybala and Matías Soulé. Even Artem Dovbyk is out, leaving a huge void in attack. Donyell Malen will lead the line, bringing his 6 goals and 0.95 goals per 90 minute average to the pitch for the visitors.
Gianluca Mancini is the defensive leader but stays close to the referee's book. He has 9 yellow cards in 27 games. With Mario Hermoso out, the back three might look slightly different. Bryan Cristante will likely anchor the midfield to provide some much needed stability today.
Their away form is impressive, ranking 3rd in the league for points on the road. They only concede 0.77 goals per game away. This defensive solidity is a core part of their Serie A Predictions strategy as they look to keep things tight at the back.
AS Roma faces a significant blow as Paulo Dybala undergoes knee surgery at Villa Stuart following persistent injury issues. The Argentine forward, sidelined since late January, suffered a setback during training ahead of the Genoa clash. This long-term absence leaves a void in the Giallorossi attack during a crucial part of the season, raising concerns about the star's physical reliability and his future at the club.
S. Sabelli, M. Frendrup, R. Malinovskyi, M. Ellertsson, A. Martín
FW
Vitinha, L. Colombo
OUT
S. Otoa(QUES),
B. Norton-Cuffy(QUES),
T. Baldanzi(OUT)
Roma (3-4-2-1)
Gian Piero Gasperini
GK
M. Svilar
DF
G. Mancini, E. Ndicka, D. Ghilardi
MF
Z. Çelik, B. Cristante, M. Koné, D. Rensch N. Pisilli, L. Pellegrini
FW
D. Malen
OUT
A. Dovbyk(OUT),
E. Ferguson(OUT),
Wesley(SUSP),
M. Soulé(OUT),
P. Dybala(OUT),
M. Hermoso(OUT)
Referee
Andrea COLOMBO
Prediction
Under 9.5 Corners @1.56
Genoa averages 3.43 corners won at home, while Roma wins 4.38 away. Combined, these figures suggest a low corner count. Genoa ranks 19th in the league for corners won, which is very low. Since both teams play with 3 center backs, play often stays narrow. This tactical setup naturally limits the number of corner kicks generated from wide areas during the match.
Roma concedes only 3.54 corners per away match, showing they defend the wings effectively. Genoa concedes 4.14 at home, which is also relatively low. With 72% of Genoa matches and 69% of Roma away games going under 9.5 corners, the stats are clear. We expect a cagey game where the ball spends most of its time in the middle of the pitch.
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FAQ – Genoa vs AS Roma Prediction
Who will win between Genoa and AS Roma?
Roma are the favorites due to their 4th place ranking and strong away defense, but Genoa's home scoring streak makes a draw possible.
Where can I watch Genoa vs AS Roma live?
The Genoa vs AS Roma Serie A match will be broadcast live on Discovery+ and Paramount+.
What time does Genoa vs AS Roma start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 17:00 (GMT) on Sunday, March 08, 2026.
Are there any major injuries for this match?
Roma is missing several stars including Paulo Dybala and Artem Dovbyk, while Genoa is without Tommaso Baldanzi and likely Brooke Norton-Cuffy.
Who is the referee for Genoa vs AS Roma?
The Italian official Andrea Colombo has been appointed to referee this match at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris.
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