Roma - Slovan Bratislava

Tuesday evening at the Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Roma host Slovan Bratislava for matchday 3 of the Champions League. The hosts enter the contest following a 2-0 Serie A victory over Genoa, a result that provided a necessary lift after their narrow 4-3 defeat to Real Madrid in this competition. Roma must navigate this fixture without key personnel, as Paulo Dybala, Bryan Cristante, Manu Kone, and Mile Svilar are all sidelined through injury. The expected XI, led by Donyell Malen in attack, will aim to secure control against the visitors in a crucial European encounter.

Slovan Bratislava arrive in Italy looking to recover from a difficult 3-0 home loss to VfB Stuttgart in their previous Champions League outing. While their domestic form remains steady, highlighted by a recent 3-0 win over Spartak Trnava, they face a significant challenge on the road. The two clubs last met during the 2011 Europa League qualification campaign, where Slovan Bratislava advanced after a 1-0 win and a 1-1 draw. With Andraz Sporar expected to lead the line, the visitors will look to exploit any gaps left by the depleted Roma squad.