Roma Olimpic vs Lions Amaranto: Serie B & A2 Rugby Schedule & Chiarugi Suspension
ROME – Roma Olimpic face a challenging weekend, hosting back-to-back Serie A and Serie B matches at the ‘Renato Speziali’ ground. The club will first take on Cavalieri Prato/Sesto in Serie A on at 2:30 PM, followed by a Serie B clash against Lions Amaranto at 4:30 PM the same day.
The doubleheader presents a significant test for Roma Olimpic, particularly in light of a recent heavy defeat in Serie A. Last , they lost 55-5 to Unione Rugby San Benedetto, a performance that drew sharp criticism from coach Montella, who deemed it “not acceptable.” Improvement will be essential against Cavalieri Prato/Sesto, currently co-leading Serie A – Girone 4 with Civitavecchia R. Centumcellae, both with 51 points.
The Serie B fixture against Lions Amaranto also carries its own set of challenges. While the Lions are coming off a home victory against CUS Siena, they will be without flanker Giulio Chiarugi, who is serving a suspension due to accumulated yellow cards received during the Siena match. Chiarugi’s absence is a blow to Lions Amaranto’s ambitions of securing their first away win of the season.
Currently, in Serie B – Girone 4, Rugby Lions Alto Lazio lead the standings with 52 points. Roma Olimpic find themselves in 10th place with just 3 points, highlighting the uphill battle they face. The quick turnaround between matches and the need to address both performance and discipline will be crucial for Roma Olimpic as they navigate this demanding weekend.
The Lions Amaranto were originally scheduled to play at 2:30 PM on , but the match has been postponed to 4:30 PM. This adjustment comes after a request from Roma Olimpic due to logistical reasons, a request that was granted by the Lions.
The Lions Amaranto have had a mixed start to the season, occupying the sixth position in the league with six points. They secured a victory in their first match against Cavalieri Prato/Sesto cadetti, but have since suffered defeats at home against Lions Alto Lazio and away to CUS Siena. The team had been on a four-week break prior to this upcoming match, coinciding with the autumn test matches for the Italian national rugby team.
Roma Olimpic, recently promoted, currently sits at the bottom of the Serie B – Girone 4 standings with zero points. They have faced a difficult schedule, with their first three matches coming against teams vying for promotion and playoff contention: Perugia, Olbia, and Lions Alto Lazio.
The club has indicated that there will be no live social media coverage of either game this weekend. Fans wishing to follow the action will need to do so through alternative means.
Recent results show a stark contrast in form for the two teams. On , Rugby Lions Alto Lazio defeated Roma Olimpic 59-17 in Serie B, while Unione Rugby San Benedetto secured a dominant 55-5 victory over Roma Olimpic in Serie A on the same day. These results underscore the challenges facing Roma Olimpic as they prepare for the doubleheader.
The standings in Serie A – Girone 4 currently see Cavalieri Union R. Prato Sesto and Civitavecchia R. Centumcellae tied for the lead with 51 points each. Unione Rugby San Benedetto follows with 33 points, while Roma Olimpic sits in 6th place with 24 points. In Serie B – Girone 4, Rugby Lions Alto Lazio lead with 52 points, followed by Olbia Rugby 1982 with 42 points. Roma Olimpic are currently 10th with 3 points.