Overview
- The Stadio Olimpico produced a 2-2 draw in which Roma’s Koné scored twice early and Lautaro Martínez completed a second-half brace to salvage a point for Inter.
- Saturday’s results left Roma and Inter level at the top with Cagliari and Lazio after Cagliari beat Udinese 1-0 thanks to Daniel Maldini and Lazio won 2-0 at Venezia.
- Gian Piero Gasperini considered starting Niccolò Pisilli over Soulé and managed Jesús Hermoso as doubtful, with new signing Balerdi available to start and later used as cover.
- Both coaches read the game differently: Gasperini praised Roma’s performance and growth while Cristian Chivu warned Inter must improve its defending and work without the ball.
- The international break now pauses momentum and gives teams time to treat fitness issues, reassess selections and prepare for a congested run of fixtures when play resumes.