Serie A: Roma Beats Udinese In Resumption Of Suspended Match

AS Roma emerged victorious with a stoppage-time winner against Udinese, keeping their dreams of a top-four finish alive as they push for UEFA Champions League qualification. The match played out 11 days after kick-off due to unforeseen circumstances of emotions for both sets of fans.

The game started with Udinese showing early dominance, with Lorenzo Lucca and Thomas Kristensen coming close to scoring in the opening stages. However, it was Roma who found themselves trailing after Roberto Pereyra put the hosts ahead with a neat finish. Despite Romelu Lukaku missing a chance to equalize before halftime, he later redeemed himself by heading in the equalizer in the second half, marking his 19th goal of the season.

Tragedy struck in the 72nd minute when Evan Ndicka collapsed on the pitch, leading to the abandonment of the game. Fortunately, he was discharged from the hospital the next day and cleared to return to football activities. The match resumed with some changes, including the absence of Lukaku due to injury.

The second half saw both teams pushing for a winner, with chances falling to players on both sides. Lorenzo Pellegrini and Lucca came close to scoring, but it was Bryan Cristante who stole the show with a dramatic header from a corner in stoppage time, securing the three points for Roma and cementing their fifth place in Serie A.

The victory leaves Roma just four points off fourth-place Bologna, keeping their Champions League hopes alive. On the other hand, Udinese find themselves treading water above the drop zone, with their defeat highlighting the challenges they face in the league.