Codyeco Lupi: Falaschi 2, De Paula 22, Subiela 7, Baldaccini 9, Lukianetz 19, Mattioli 17, De Pandis (libero), Suglia, Ciappi, Tosi (libero), Perfetto, Rocchini dnp, Concepito dnp. Coach. Pagliai

M. Roma Volley: Tofoli 1, Hernandez 5, Spairani 11, Elia 12, Zaytsev 6, Lo Re 8, Tabanelli (libero), Morelli, Oro 11, Segnalini 2, Giretto, Rossi dnp. Coach Piacentini

Santa Croce began its playoff campaign with a positive 3-1 performance against Roma. All the more so given that it played without Dalù. The first set and part of the second were played at a top class level but then Rome stepped up a gear and started to make it really difficult for the hosts, which was to be expected. Game 2 will take place in the capital on Sunday. Santa Croce has what it takes to seal the series already this weekend, which would give them more time to focus on the semi final.