AS Roma claim a 2-0 win over Genoa at the Olimpico.

The Serie A encounter between AS Roma and Genoa unfolded on 17 October 2026 at Rome’s historic Olimpico stadium. Both sides entered the match looking to add to their season tally, but the home side soon imposed their rhythm in front of a supportive crowd.

How it unfolded

The first half remained tightly contested until the 43rd minute, when Matìas Soulè was shown a yellow card for a bad foul, signalling the first disciplinary action of the evening. The booking did not deter Roma, who continued to press.

Just after the break, Roma’s attacking intent paid off. In the 50th minute, Santiago Castro capitalised on a corner, delivering a right-footed shot from the centre of the box that curled into the top left corner, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead. The momentum shifted instantly, and Genoa’s response was swift but disciplined. One minute later, in the 51st minute, Genoa midfielder Johan Vásquez received a yellow card, adding to the growing list of cautions.

The game’s tempo stayed high, and Genoa’s Leo Østigard was booked in the 65th minute for a foul, bringing the away side’s tally of cautions to two. Roma, however, doubled their advantage eight minutes later. In the 68th minute, Emanuele Lulli struck from the right side of the six-yard box, his right-footed effort finding the bottom right corner to make it 2-0.

The second half saw further disciplinary notes. Roma’s Niccolò Pisilli was booked in the 76th minute for a bad foul, while Genoa’s Mikael Ellertsson received a yellow card in the 81st minute for a similar infringement. No further goals were recorded, and the match concluded with Roma comfortably ahead.

Standout performers

Santiago Castro delivered the opening goal, converting a corner into a precise finish that set the tone for Roma’s victory. Emanuele Lulli added the second, showcasing composure inside the six-yard box to secure the win. Both attackers were directly responsible for the decisive moments of the match.

Match facts

  • Final score: AS Roma 2-0 Genoa
  • Scorers: Santiago Castro (50'), Emanuele Lulli (68')
  • Bookings:
    • Matìas Soulè (Roma) – 43'
    • Johan Vásquez (Genoa) – 51'
    • Leo Østigård (Genoa) – 65'
    • Niccolò Pisilli (Roma) – 76'
    • Mikael Ellertsson (Genoa) – 81'
  • Venue: Olimpico, Roma

What it means

The 2-0 result gives AS Roma three points and reinforces their home advantage in this Serie A fixture, while Genoa return to the training ground without any points from the encounter.