Paulo Dybala will miss Roma’s trip to Genoa after a knee flare-up, reducing Roma’s attacking firepower. Punters may favour under 2.5 goals or back Genoa on a draw no bet/ +0.5 Asian handicap as Roma’s win probability could drop; watch late team news before staking.
Dybala Ruled Out of Genoa Clash After Knee Flare-Up
Paulo Dybala (Roma) felt discomfort in his knee during training and was unable to complete the session, forcing him to miss Sunday’s Serie A trip to Genoa. The 32-year-old forward, who sat on the bench against Juventus, has not played since January 25 and missed four league games prior to that spell.
Training Setback and Recovery Timeline
Dybala stopped training after only a few minutes when the pain returned, prompting medical staff to rule him out of the upcoming fixture. This latest setback halts his attempts to return to regular match action and leaves the squad light in creativity and finishing options.
Managerial Context
Daniele De Rossi will lead Roma into the fixture without one of his most influential attackers, forcing tactical adjustments up front. Expect other forwards and attacking midfielders to shoulder greater responsibility for chance creation and goals.
Other Injury Concerns: Soulé, Hermoso and Ferguson
Matias Soulé and Mario Hermoso are also sidelined for the next Serie A match. Forward Evan Ferguson has traveled for specialist assessment of an ankle problem; having previously undergone surgery in March 2024, Ferguson may face the prospect of another operation depending on the specialist’s findings.
Implications for Roma, Genoa and the Betting Markets
Roma’s attacking outlook is diminished without Dybala, increasing the likelihood of a lower-scoring encounter.
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Punters should consider markets that reflect reduced goal expectancy—under 2.5 goals, both teams to score no, or backing Genoa on draw no bet / +0.5 Asian handicap—while monitoring any late squad updates that could alter odds.
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