The key central player for Roma will have to put in some overtime work during the international break.

It’s the last two matches for Roma before the hiatus for international fixtures: first against Athletic on Thursday, then Cagliari on Sunday, and subsequently, the obligations of the various players around the world for their respective countries will resume. Meanwhile, the call-ups are coming in, with Evan Ndicka, predictably, being selected by Ivory Coast for the 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Burundi (set for March 21st in Morocco) and Gambia (scheduled for March 24th in Abidjan). The defender from Roma is an absolute cornerstone for the Ivorians, for whom he will be called up for an additional tour de force in a season that has seen him consistently employed.

The star player of AS Roma continues to be one of the key pillars of his national team, along with former Serie A players Kessié and Boga.

Among the Roma footballers still engaged with their national teams, Evan Ndicka is prominently featured. From the get-go, the Central Defense player took his position in the 4-4-2 formation chosen by head coach Émerse Faé for the match against Chad, a vital step towards qualification for the upcoming Africa Cup. Partnered with Ndicka is the 27-year-old from Stade Reims, Agbadou. On the field with the “Elephants” are also some former acquaintances of our Serie A league including Kessié and Boga.