Overview

• The Serie A Matchday 4 clash kicks off Sunday, September 21, at the Stadio Olimpico with Simone Sozza appointed as referee.
• Both sides enter off defeats in the previous round, with Lazio falling to Sassuolo and Roma losing 1–0 to Torino.
• Early standings show Lazio 12th on 3 points and Roma 6th on 6 points, underscoring the value of a result in the capital derby.
• Lazio have Manuel Lazzari added to absences that include Matías Vecino and Patric, while Roma saw Mario Hermoso and Wesley França leave training with issues and already list Bailey, Paulo Dybala and Bove as out.
• Recent history is tight: the last meeting on April 13 ended 1–1, and over the past 10 derbies each team has four wins with two draws.