In the upcoming Serie A clash between AS Roma and Napoli, AS Roma’s coach Rudi Garcia has included Ivorian forward Gervinho in the starting lineup. Additionally, Moroccan defender Mehdi Benatia, alongside Castan, will form the defensive partnership for AS Roma. On the other hand, Napoli’s coach Rafael Benítez has opted not to start Higuain, choosing Pandev instead. Here are the confirmed lineups for both teams:
AS Roma: De Sanctis – Maicon, Benatia, Castan, Dodo – De Rossi, Pjanic, Strootman – Florenzi, Gervinho, Totti.
Napoli: Reina – Mesto, Bristo, Albiol, Maggio – Behrami, Inler, Hamsik – Insigne, Pandev, Callejon.