A Roma starting eleven essentially announced by Eusebio Di Francesco in a press conference, without giving away any tactics. The Giallorossi want to go to Empoli to secure all three points; with their strong last results, they should feel confident heading into this match as their opponents currently sit in the relegation zone with only one victory.
"Luca Pellegrini and Manolas will start". Therefore, half of the starting four defenders have been selected; the rest of the department will likely be formed by Santon at right-back and a surprise change with Marcano playing in the left center-half role. Juan Jesus will be ready to go if called upon by the Italian manager, while Fazio will be rested 100%. "Nzonzi and Pellegrini will start, alongside De Rossi if he is ok". This sums up the midfield trio of Di Francesco's formation. At striker, Dzeko will start; El Shaarawy will return to the left wing; and Under and Schick will fight for the starting position on the right wing.
The last certainty given by Di Francesco: "Florenzi will not play higher up the pitch", while a side note is that Perotti has returned to the squad and could make an appearance off the bench. Here is probable starting eleven:
Roma (4-2-3-1): Olsen, Florenzi, Manolas, Marcano, Lu. Pellegrini, Nzonzi, De Rossi, Lo. Pellegrini, Under, El Shaarawy, Dzeko
