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Gasperini remains upbeat despite Roma blowing a two goal lead against Inter

Roma surrendered a commanding lead to draw with Inter in a thrilling Serie A clash.

Written by the BettingEdgeHub desk, 19 September 2026

Gian Piero Gasperini insists his Roma squad will take plenty of confidence from their recent draw with reigning champions Inter. Both clubs entered the fixture boasting perfect records in the division, making it a crucial test for punters looking at early title markets. Manu Kone scored twice in the first half at the Stadio Olimpico to put the home side in a very strong position.

Early goals shift momentum

Inter hit back immediately after the break when Lautaro Martinez scored less than a minute into the second half. That quick strike completely changed the dynamic of the match and shifted the momentum back toward the visitors. The Nerussurri capitalised on the renewed energy and eventually found an equalizer through their captain with eleven minutes remaining.

Despite letting a two goal advantage slip, Gasperini focused on the positives of remaining unbeaten in their opening five league matches. Roma have now scored at least two goals in ten consecutive Serie A games, showing their attacking capabilities are very real. Pundits tracking the Italian championship will note that this performance proves Roma can trade blows with the best teams in the division.

Market implications and odds

The stalemate leaves both heavyweights neck and neck in the standings as they head into the international break. Punters assessing the outright winner market might see Inter drift slightly after failing to secure maximum points from a winning position. Conversely, Roma supporters and backers will find their odds shortening as the team proves they can compete at the very top of the table.