AS Roma vs Torino — Match Preview
The Coppa Italia Round of 16 brings a classic Serie A matchup to the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, as AS Roma host Torino. The Giallorossi enter the tie in high spirits, having secured back-to-back league victories against Sassuolo (2–0) and Lecce (2–0). Ivan Jurić (or current manager) will be eyeing a deep cup run, especially with home advantage.
Torino, meanwhile, travel to the capital in a difficult moment. They have lost two consecutive matches, including a 0–2 defeat to Atalanta just three days ago (Jan 11). Furthermore, the Granata have had 24 hours less rest than their opponents. Despite winning the last head-to-head meeting at the Olimpico (1–0 in September 2025), Torino’s current form and fatigue levels make this an uphill battle.
AS Roma vs Torino — Match Info
- Competition: Coppa Italia (Round of 16)
- Venue: Stadio Olimpico, Rome (Capacity: 70,634)
- Date: Wednesday, 14 January 2026
- Kickoff: 21:00 CET | 20:00 GMT | 15:00 ET
- Referee: TBC (AIA Appointment)
AS Roma vs Torino — Match Stakes
AS Roma:
- Win → Advances to the Quarter-Finals; keeps hopes of silverware alive.
- Loss → Elimination; a bitter blow given their recent good form and home advantage.
Torino:
- Win → A massive morale boost after back-to-back league losses; confirms their ability to beat Roma away (again).
- Loss → Elimination; season risks drifting into mediocrity with European spots slipping away in the league.
AS Roma vs Torino — Team News
AS Roma:
- Dovbyk A. — Out (Groin Injury – Top Scorer Missing)
- Bailey L. — Out (Thigh Injury – Pace Threat Missing)
- Pellegrini Lo. — Out (Thigh Injury – Captain Missing)
- Bove E. — Out (Heart Problems)
- Gollini P. — Out (Thigh Injury)
- Ferguson E. — Questionable (Injury)
- Attack Reshuffle: With Dovbyk and Bailey out, and Ferguson doubtful, Paulo Dybala is expected to operate as a False 9 or alongside Eldor Shomurodov, supported by Matias Soulé.
Torino:
- Schuurs P. — Out (Knee Injury – Long-term absentee)
- Savva Z. — Out (Knee Injury)
- Ilic I. — Questionable (Back Injury – Midfield Engine Doubt)
- Pedersen M. — Questionable (Muscle Injury)
- Fatigue Management: Having played a high-intensity match against Atalanta on Sunday, rotation is likely. Karol Linetty and Antonio Sanabria may come into the starting XI to provide fresh legs.
AS Roma vs Torino — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
AS Roma
- 10/01 — 2–0 vs Sassuolo (Serie A)
- 06/01 — 2–0 vs Lecce (Serie A)
- 04/01 — 0–1 vs Atalanta (Serie A)
- 30/12 — 3–1 vs Genoa (Serie A)
- 21/12 — 1–2 vs Juventus (Serie A)
Torino
- 11/01 — 0–2 vs Atalanta (Serie A)
- 08/01 — 1–2 vs Udinese (Serie A)
- 04/01 — 3–0 vs Verona (Serie A)
- 27/12 — 1–2 vs Cagliari (Serie A)
- 21/12 — 1–0 vs Sassuolo (Serie A)
AS Roma vs Torino — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
- 14/09/2025 — AS Roma 0–1 Torino (Serie A)
- 26/05/2025 — Torino 0–2 AS Roma (Serie A)
- 01/11/2024 — AS Roma 1–0 Torino (Serie A)
- 26/02/2024 — AS Roma 3–2 Torino (Serie A)
- 25/09/2023 — Torino 1–1 AS Roma (Serie A)
AS Roma vs Torino — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)
AS Roma (3-4-2-1)
Svilar; Mancini, Ndicka, Hermoso; Celik, Kone, Paredes, Angelino; Soulé, Baldanzi; Dybala
Torino (3-5-2)
Milinkovic-Savic; Coco, Maripan, Masina; Lazaro, Ricci, Linetty, Vlasic, Sosa; Adams, Sanabria
AS Roma vs Torino — Impact Bench
AS Roma: El Shaarawy (Experience), Pisilli (Young energy), Shomurodov (Target man)
Torino: Zapata (Physicality), Gineitis (Midfield legs)
AS Roma vs Torino — Tactical Analysis
AS Roma
Despite missing key attackers (Dovbyk, Bailey), Roma have found defensive solidity, keeping two clean sheets in a row. At the Olimpico, they will dominate possession. Without a traditional target man, expect quick interchanges between Dybala, Soulé, and Baldanzi to unlock Torino’s man-marking system. Angelino’s crosses will be less effective without Dovbyk, so cut-backs will be the priority.
Torino
Torino look tired. The quick turnaround from the Atalanta loss is a major disadvantage. Their system relies on intense physical duels across the pitch. If Ilic misses out, their midfield lacks creativity. They will likely sit deep and try to frustrate Roma, looking to hit on the counter via the pace of Che Adams or Vlasic.
AS Roma vs Torino — Key Battles
- Dybala vs Maripan — The magician drifting into pockets of space vs the aggressive defender.
- Kone vs Ricci — A physical and technical battle for midfield supremacy.
- Soulé vs Masina — Roma’s tricky winger cutting inside against Torino’s left center-back.
- Svilar vs Sanabria — Roma’s keeper needs to stay alert to counter-attacks.
AS Roma vs Torino — Spotlight Players
AS Roma — Matias Soulé
With Bailey and Pellegrini out, the creative burden falls on the young Argentine. His ability to beat players 1v1 is Roma’s best weapon against a packed defense.
Torino — Vanja Milinkovic-Savic
Torino’s goalkeeper was the hero in their 1–0 win here in September. He will likely face a barrage of shots and needs another Man of the Match performance to keep them in the cup.
AS Roma vs Torino — Prediction
AS Roma 2–0 Torino
Circumstances heavily favor the home side. Roma have had an extra day of rest and are in winning form. Torino are coming off back-to-back defeats and have a depleted squad. While Torino won the last H2H, the fatigue factor and Roma’s defensive improvement should see the Giallorossi advance comfortably.
AS Roma vs Torino — Betting Insights
- AS Roma to Win — High Probability.
- Under 2.5 Goals — Likely (Roma missing top striker; Torino struggling to score).
- AS Roma Clean Sheet — YES.
AS Roma vs Torino — Where to Watch
- Italy: Mediaset (Canale 5 / Italia 1)
- USA: Paramount+ / CBS Sports Golazo
- UK: Viaplay Sports
AS Roma vs Torino — FAQs
Q: When is the Roma vs Torino match?
A: The match is scheduled for Wednesday, 14 January 2026, at 21:00 CET.
Q: Is Artem Dovbyk playing?
A: No. The Roma striker is out with a groin injury.
Q: Who won the last meeting?
A: Torino shocked Roma with a 1–0 win at the Stadio Olimpico in September 2025.
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