Serie A

Lecce

31 Aug 2026 17:30

Roma

Prediction:

Roma to win 1.44

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Lecce vs Roma Predictions, Picks & Odds – 31/08/2026

Serie A · 2

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2: Roma to win

1.44 on Betfred · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 29 Aug 2026 at 20:20 · Odds are subject to change

Lecce vs Roma Preview

Lecce opened their 2026-27 Serie A campaign in encouraging fashion, dispatching Venezia 2-0 on the opening weekend. That result will have lifted spirits at the Stadio Comunale Via del Mare, though their broader recent form tells a more cautious story: three defeats in their last five outings suggest inconsistency remains a concern. Positioned second after matchday one, Marco Giampaolo's side will be eager to prove that opening victory was no flash in the pan.

Roma arrive in Puglia under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini, who steered the club to a third-place finish and Champions League qualification last term. Three wins from their last five competitive fixtures reflect solid momentum, though Gasperini has publicly urged the club to accelerate transfer business. Lorenzo Pellegrini remains sidelined following thigh surgery and faces at least another month out, while Robinio Vaz has returned to fitness after a knee ligament injury.

Roma's head-to-head record against Lecce is formidable: 14 victories from 17 meetings, including all four most recent encounters. The Giallorossi claimed a commanding 4-1 win in December 2024 and ground out a 1-0 result in March 2026. That level of dominance is difficult to overlook, and the away win at 1.44 represents the standout selection here.

Lecce sit second after their opening-day triumph, yet their recent form reads just two wins from five. Roma, by contrast, won three of their last five and finished third last season, securing Champions League qualification under Gian Piero Gasperini. The absence of Lorenzo Pellegrini, sidelined for at least another month following thigh surgery, is a concern, but Roma's squad depth should absorb that blow.

Given Roma's historical supremacy in this fixture and Lecce's inconsistent run of results, backing the visitors feels well-supported. The under 2.5 goals line at 1.75 also warrants attention; Roma's recent wins over Lecce have frequently been tight, low-scoring affairs. The recommended pick remains a Roma victory, with the odds reflecting a justified favouritism for the capital club.

Trends to Know about Lecce vs Roma

• Roma won 14 of 17 past meetings
• Lecce lost three of last five matches
• Pellegrini sidelined for at least one month

How to Watch Lecce vs Roma Match?

What time is Lecce vs Roma?

Lecce host Roma at the Stadio Comunale Via del Mare on Sunday 31 August 2026, with kickoff at 17:30 BST.

Where is Lecce vs Roma being played?

This fixture takes place at the Stadio Comunale Via del Mare in Lecce.

How Can I Watch Lecce vs Roma on TV and Live Stream?

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