Match Report
| Roma | Roma |  |  | Rangers | Rangers | ||||||||||||||||
| Atle Olai Stavlund | Atle Olai Stavlund | manager | darren Nicholls | darren Nicholls | |||||||||||||||||
| Matthew Gargo | M. Gargo |  | 86 | G |  |  | 1 | | | G | 83 |  | Jurek Dudek | J. Dudek | |||||||
| Ivan Ruiz | I. Ruiz |  | 74 | D |  | 2 |  | D | 80 |  | Ivan de la Cruz | I. de la Cruz | |||||||||
| Jonatan Schmidt | J. Schmidt |  | 80 | D | | 3 | | D | 86 |  | Salvador Severs | S. Severs | |||||||||
| Kevin Fernandes | K. Fernandes |  | 75 | D | | 4 | | D | 81 | | Noe Esparza | N. Esparza | |||||||||
| Gavin Caldwell | G. Caldwell |  | 84 | M | | 5 | | M | 93 |  | Luciano Orellana | L. Orellana | |||||||||
| Ian Moss | I. Moss |  | 78 | M | | 6 | | M | 89 | | Mervin Le Saux | M. Le Saux | |||||||||
| Ramzi Messahel | R. Messahel |  | 78 | M | | 7 | | M | 104 |  | Martin Nordahl | M. Nordahl | |||||||||
| Julio Gómez | J. Gómez |  | 81 | M | | 8 | | M | 96 |  | Yuri Cherchesov | Y. Cherchesov | |||||||||
| Marco Zilic | M. Zilic |  | 83 | A | | 9 | | A | 88 |  | Mads Olesen | M. Olesen | |||||||||
| Sakis Vlahos | S. Vlahos |  | 80 | A | | 10 | | A | 85 |  | Edgar Edwards | E. Edwards | |||||||||
| Mario Ferreira | M. Ferreira |  | 78 | A | | 11 | | A | 81 | | Ensio Gadd | E. Gadd | |||||||||
| Chris King | C. King | | 81 | M | | 12 | | A | 82 |  | Rabiu West | R. West | |||||||||
| Branko Nilis | B. Nilis |  | 78 | D | | 13 | | A | 80 |  | Magnus Thorsteinsson | M. Thorsteinsson | |||||||||
| Graeme Anderton | G. Anderton | | 71 | A | | 14 | | A | 80 | | Kader Murati | K. Murati | |||||||||
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Match Report
Match Report
The sky is dark and overcast here at Stadio Olimpico where Roma play Rangers in this Champions League game. Its a sell-out today with the 35,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in great condition.
Both Roma and Rangers are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Ivone Vitor.
The pitch is in great condition.
Both Roma and Rangers are lined up in a 3-4-3 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Ivone Vitor.
0.00
0-0Rangers kick off!
2.55
0-0Yuri Cherchesov flicks a high pass forward to Edgar Edwards who brings the ball under control. Edgar Edwards whips in a cross ball towards Ensio Gadd. Ensio Gadd makes a convincing header. Matthew Gargo comfortably punches it away to safety.
8.14
0-1Martin Nordahl makes a probing pass to Luciano Orellana. Luciano Orellana runs straight at the defence! Luciano Orellana looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
15.08
0-1With a delightful solo run, Ramzi Messahel stretches the opposition's defence. Ramzi Messahel knocks the ball forward to Sakis Vlahos but the linesmans flag is up. Offside!
18.07
Gavin Caldwell hits a low pass to Marco Zilic. Marco Zilic knocks in a cross ball towards Mario Ferreira. Mario Ferreira powers a header at goal but it is tipped over by Jurek Dudek.
19.39
0-1Ramzi Messahel takes the corner, driving a low ball to the near post. Sakis Vlahos makes some space for himself and shoots at goal. The ball curls but is blocked by Noe Esparza's leg.
20.07
0-1Yuri Cherchesov barges into Ivan Ruiz. The referee calls over Yuri Cherchesov and warns him to calm down! Ivan Ruiz runs off the knock.
24.26
Mads Olesen knocks the ball to his team mate, Edgar Edwards. Edgar Edwards knocks the ball forward to Mads Olesen but the linesmans flag is up. Offside!
28.22
0-1Marco Zilic flicks a high pass forward to Gavin Caldwell who brings the ball under control. Gavin Caldwell knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Noe Esparza.
33.37
Kevin Fernandes deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Ramzi Messahel. Ramzi Messahel flicks a high pass forward. Marco Zilic controls it well on his chest. Marco Zilic whips in a cross ball towards Gavin Caldwell. With a superhuman jump, Gavin Caldwell connects with the ball and heads it goalwards but it is tipped over by Jurek Dudek.
34.02
0-1It's a corner kick. Ramzi Messahel kicks a low ball out wide. Noe Esparza gets to the ball and clears it up field.
36.35
Martin Nordahl flicks a high pass forward. Mervin Le Saux holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Mervin Le Saux rushes past Kevin Fernandes! Mervin Le Saux rockets a shot on goal. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is more than a match for it. Great save!
38.14
0-1Noe Esparza hits a low pass to Edgar Edwards. Edgar Edwards whips in a cross ball towards Ensio Gadd. Ensio Gadd makes a convincing header but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
39.12
0-1Ensio Gadd catches Kevin Fernandes in the face with his elbow. Ensio Gadd is shown the red card!! Kevin Fernandes is a little dazed but should be okay.
40.01
Salvador Severs knocks the ball to his team mate, Martin Nordahl. Martin Nordahl makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Edgar Edwards. Edgar Edwards knocks in a cross ball towards Mads Olesen. With a superhuman jump, Mads Olesen connects with the ball and heads it goalwards but it's a woeful effort!
42.02
Jonatan Schmidt brings the ball forward. Jonatan Schmidt sees a break and surges forward. Jonatan Schmidt whips in a cross ball towards Marco Zilic. Marco Zilic is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. Jurek Dudek is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Roma appear unchanged since the first half. Rangers also appear unchanged since the first half. The Rangers players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
Roma kick off the second half!
47.42
Ivan Ruiz sees Mario Ferreira in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Mario Ferreira controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. It curls slightly but Jurek Dudek manages to gather it comfortably.
49.47
Luciano Orellana threads the ball through to Mervin Le Saux. Mervin Le Saux shoots from long range but it whistles just wide of the post!
51.41
Martin Nordahl flicks a high pass forward. Mads Olesen comfortably collects the pass. Mads Olesen plays a scrappy one-two with Mervin Le Saux and stumbles forward towards the goal... Mads Olesen takes a shot at goal. The ball dips but the keeper is a match for it. Superb keeping!
53.47
Kevin Fernandes picks a pass forward to Gavin Caldwell. Gavin Caldwell threads the ball through to Julio Gómez. Julio Gómez makes a probing pass between the defence to Ian Moss. Ian Moss shows great control and tries a shot on goal. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is more than a match for it. Fabulous stop!
57.30
Showing composure, Gavin Caldwell plays the ball forward to Ian Moss. Ian Moss knocks the ball forward, putting Mario Ferreira through on goal. Mario Ferreira cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal but it flies just off target!
63.16
Ian Moss knocks the ball forward to Marco Zilic. Marco Zilic whips in a cross ball towards Mario Ferreira. Mario Ferreira gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
69.08
Ivan Ruiz kicks a strong pass forward to Ian Moss. Ian Moss hits a low pass to Ramzi Messahel. Ramzi Messahel knocks in a cross ball towards Mario Ferreira. Mario Ferreira gets a glancing touch on the cross ball. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Mario Ferreira!
72.27
Kevin Fernandes controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Ian Moss. Ian Moss knocks the ball forward to Julio Gómez. Julio Gómez hits a low pass to Ramzi Messahel. Ramzi Messahel shoots from just inside the box. The keeper is more than a match for it. Fabulous stop!
77.47
Ian Moss kicks a strong pass forward to Marco Zilic. Marco Zilic knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Jurek Dudek who gathers it comfortably.
81.18
Salvador Severs controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Luciano Orellana. Luciano Orellana threads the ball through to Mervin Le Saux. Mervin Le Saux whips in a cross ball towards Mads Olesen. Mads Olesen outjumps his marker and heads the ball goalward. Matthew Gargo picks it out of the air!
83.28
Ramzi Messahel flicks a high pass forward. Mario Ferreira holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Mario Ferreira makes a great pass forward. Sakis Vlahos runs clear and latches on but the linesman indicates offside!
87.55
Martin Nordahl knocks the ball to his team mate, Mads Olesen. Mads Olesen knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
90.00
Ivan de la Cruz flicks a high ball forward to Noe Esparza who takes it down. Noe Esparza deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Mads Olesen. Mads Olesen lofts in a cross ball towards Edgar Edwards. Edgar Edwards is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. Matthew Gargo manages to gather it comfortably.
90.00
The referee whistles full-time!
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
| Marco Zilic 42 Mario Ferreira 63, 69 | Luciano Orellana 8 |
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Matthew Gargo (GK)
7
2. Ivan Ruiz (DEF)
6
3. Jonatan Schmidt (DEF)
7
4. Kevin Fernandes (DEF)
6
5. Gavin Caldwell (MID)
6
6. Ian Moss (MID)
6
7. Ramzi Messahel (MID)
7
8. Julio Gómez (MID)
6
9. Marco Zilic (ATT)
8
10. Sakis Vlahos (ATT)
6
11. Mario Ferreira (ATT)
8
12. Chris King (MID)
0
13. Branko Nilis (DEF)
0
14. Graeme Anderton (ATT)
0
1. Jurek Dudek (GK)
7
2. Ivan de la Cruz (DEF)
6
3. Salvador Severs (DEF)
6
4. Noe Esparza (DEF)
6
5. Luciano Orellana (MID)
7
6. Mervin Le Saux (MID)
6
7. Martin Nordahl (MID)
7
8. Yuri Cherchesov (MID)
6
9. Mads Olesen (ATT)
6
10. Edgar Edwards (ATT)
6
11. Ensio Gadd (ATT)
3
12. Rabiu West (ATT)
0
13. Magnus Thorsteinsson (ATT)
0
14. Kader Murati (ATT)
0