Both sides have had contrasting fortunes this season, as Sampdoria began the season with all guns blazing, while Roma kept dropping points until things slowly translated into a good run that now sees them occupy sixth place in the standings.

Meanwhile, the Blucerchiati have been steadily slipping down the table, as three losses in their last five league games is inexcusable for a side that had at one point claimed the pole position in the Serie A.

Football Italiano