Gasperini's Roma have no weak reserves

Roma have 21 points from 9 games under Gasperini with improved squad depth; bench players have scored 7 goals this season.

Roma have matched their points tally from this stage last season (21 points after 9 games) but remain unbeaten, compared to two losses a year ago. The team has scored 23 goals and conceded 8, more than the previous campaign's 10 and 4 respectively.

Despite similar point totals, Roma appear stronger than last season. The key difference lies in squad depth: where last year's alternatives were genuine reserves or third-choice options, Gasperini has built genuine quality into the bench. Players like Mora, Soulé and Malen provide real attacking threat from the substitutes' bench, with seven goals scored by substitute appearances this season—the best in Serie A.

Gasperini's management of rotation has been crucial. By giving minutes to all squad members throughout the season, he has created a pool of sharp, match-ready players available for emergencies or absences. Roma have also improved tactically, now executing Gasperini's system with greater consistency and mental application after a year of adaptation.