Rome, Feb 25: Roma beat last-placed Monza 4-0 to extend its unbeaten Serie A run to 10 games and deepen the Lombardy club’s already serious relegation fears on Monday.
The win will delight Roma coach Claudio Ranieri, who has watched his charges put together the best run of form in the league in 2025.
Roma has taken 20 of a possible 24 points since the turn of the year, a run anchored by the best defense in the league over the same period.
The home side went ahead in the 10th minute through Alexis Saelemaekers.
Three teammates lined up expecting a cross but the Belgian winger cut inside from the right and curled a fine shot into the far corner of the net.
Uzbek striker Eldor Shomurodov doubled its lead. Matías Soulé Malvano twisted and turned inside the box and Shomurodov headed home unmarked.
Spanish fullback Angelino made it 3-0 18 minutes from time with a low drive and Cristante added a fourth three minutes from time with a glancing header from a corner.
The defeat left Monza three points adrift at the bottom of Serie A.
Roma’s emphatic 4-0 victory over Monza not only extended their remarkable unbeaten run in Serie A but also solidified their position as one of the most in-form teams in Italy in 2025. Under Claudio Ranieri’s steady guidance, Roma has built a winning momentum fueled by a rock-solid defense and an increasingly clinical attack.
Their latest triumph was a testament to their dominance, with goals from Saelemaekers, Shomurodov, Angelino, and Cristante highlighting the team’s growing cohesion and attacking depth.
As the season progresses, Roma’s resurgence could prove vital in their push for European qualification, marking them as a serious contender for a top-four finish. Meanwhile, Monza’s struggles deepened with yet another defeat, leaving them rooted at the bottom of the table and in desperate need of a turnaround to avoid relegation.
With time running out, they will have to find answers quickly, or risk slipping further into crisis. For Roma, however, the future looks bright, as they continue their charge up the standings with confidence and purpose. With each passing game, Roma’s transformation under Ranieri becomes more evident, as they blend defensive resilience with attacking flair to devastating effect. The team’s ability to control possession, exploit spaces, and convert chances has made them one of the toughest sides to beat in the league this year. (AP)
