Roma Beats Como 1-0 to End Losing Streak

AS Roma secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Como at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Monday, ending a two-game losing streak in Serie A and strengthening their position in the title race. Brazilian full-back Wesley, a summer signing from Flamengo, scored the decisive goal in the 61st minute, firing a low shot into the far corner after a pass from Matías Soulé. The result moved Roma to 30 points in fourth place, three points behind leaders Inter Milan, while Como remained seventh with 24 points, six points adrift of the hosts.

The match began with a cautious first half, marked by strong defensive play and few clear opportunities. Both teams struggled to create in the final third, with Roma earning six corners but failing to test Como goalkeeper Jean Butez significantly. The visitors came closest just before halftime when Martin Baturina's effort from a scramble in the box was saved by Roma keeper Mile Svilar, who has been in solid form this season. Evan Ferguson had Roma's best chance, controlling a cross and shooting toward the bottom corner in the 41st minute, but a defender blocked it for a corner. The score was 0-0 at the break, reflecting the evenly matched and physical...