AS Roma vs Lazio Match Preview: Key Absences and Impact

Match Context

AS Roma host Lazio at Stadio Olimpico, Rome, on 17 May 2026 in Serie A Regular Season - 37. Roma come in sitting 5th on 67 points with a goal difference of 24, while Lazio are 9th on 51 points with a goal difference of 2.

AS Roma Availability

Roma face at least one confirmed attacking absence. E. Ferguson (Ankle Injury) is sidelined and will not feature. In addition, B. Zaragoza (Knee Injury) is doubtful and will need a late fitness check. With Roma having scored 55 league goals, the burden will again fall on leading scorer D. Malen, who has 13 goals and 2 assists in 16 appearances, and creative outlet M. Soulé, who has 6 goals and 5 assists, both fully available.

Lazio Availability

Lazio have issues at both ends of the pitch. First-choice goalkeeper I. Provedel (Shoulder Injury) is sidelined, forcing a change in goal. In defence, A. Romagnoli (Red Card) is sidelined through suspension, further weakening their back line.

Impact Summary

Roma’s main attacking structure remains intact, with no top scorer or top assist provider missing, so their 55-goal output should largely be preserved despite Ferguson’s absence. Lazio, who have scored 39 and conceded 37, are more heavily hit structurally, losing their starting goalkeeper and a key centre-back, which could significantly impact their defensive stability rather than their attacking threat.