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**Summary:**

Roma suffered a shocking Europa League defeat at home against Lille. An early error by Tsimikas led to a goal by Haraldsson. Roma struggled to equalize throughout the match, with Lille goalkeeper Ozer proving insurmountable. The game reached a dramatic climax when Roma was awarded three penalties in quick succession, all of which were saved by Ozer, including a re-taken penalty after VAR intervention.

**News Article:**

**Roma Stunned by Lille in Europa League Thriller; Three Missed Penalties Seal Giallorossi’s Fate**

**Rome, Italy** – AS Roma suffered a painful 1-0 defeat to Lille OSC at the Stadio Olimpico in a Europa League group stage match filled with drama, controversy, and ultimately, disappointment for the home side.

Lille struck early, capitalizing on a disastrous mistake from Roma’s Tsimikas in the 6th minute. The Greek defender’s giveaway led to a quick Lille attack, with Gabriel Gudmundsson finding Haraldsson who blasted the ball into the roof of the net, leaving Roma goalkeeper Svilar no chance.

Roma struggled to find their footing, with attempts from El Aynaoui and Pellegrini failing to break through Lille’s defense. Lille came close to doubling their lead through a shot by Sahraoui.

The second half saw Roma pushing for an equalizer. Svilar was called into action to deny Olivier Giroud, and Ferguson headed narrowly wide. However, the real drama unfolded in the final minutes.

Roma was awarded a penalty after a handball by Lille defender Mandi. Dovbyk stepped up to take it, but his shot was saved by Ozer. The referee ordered a retake after VAR replays showed Ozer had moved off his line early. Dovbyk took the second penalty and Ozer saved it again. The Roma coach swapped the penalty taker and put Soule on the spot, but Ozer completed the hat trick, saving Roma’s third penalty and sealing the win for Lille.

The loss leaves Roma with much to ponder as they look ahead in the Europa League campaign.

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