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"AS Roma's 1998-99 Season: An Offensive Showcase with Defensive Woes"

Associazione Sportiva Roma found themselves chasing the shadows of their city rivals, Lazio, during the 1998-99 season. Under the guidance of coach Zdeněk Zeman in his second season, Roma finished fifth in the Serie A table, narrowly missing out on securing the final Champions League spot.

Roma's style of play was defined by Zeman's attacking 4-3-3 formation. The trio of Marco Delvecchio, Francesco Totti, and Paulo Sérgio spearheaded the offense, collectively scoring an impressive 42 league goals. As a team, Roma topped the Serie A charts for the most goals scored. However, their Achilles' heel proved to be their defense, as they conceded a whopping 49 goals, the highest among the top six teams.

In the UEFA Cup, Roma made it to the quarter-finals but faced defeat at the hands of Atlético Madrid.

The season showcased the offensive prowess of Roma's attacking trio, led by Marco Delvecchio with 18 league goals. Francesco Totti and Paulo Sérgio chipped in with 12 goals each. Despite their impressive goal-scoring, defensive frailties ultimately prevented Roma from securing a higher league position.

It was a season of tantalizing attacking football for Roma, but it left them with a bitter taste of missed opportunities in their pursuit of both domestic and international success.