Friendly: Roma held 2-2 by Neom in chaotic encounter

Roma were held to a 2-2 draw by Saudi Pro League side Neom in their final pre-season friendly with the return of Paulo Dybala from the start.

It was played at the Stadio Benito Stirpe in Frosinone, near the Eternal City.

The team news was notable for Dybala’s first start since sustaining an injury in the final weeks of the season, while Evan Ferguson was preferred to Artem Dovbyk.

Mile Svilar needed a big early save on Alexandre Lacazette, while Said Benrahma drilled just wide...