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Quick Review
The Celtic's defence were called into service early on to block a Totti free-kick after Jackie McNamara had fouled Marco Delvecchio. Totti then capitalised on a mistake by Stilian Petrov in the 14th minute but Marshall did well to turn his powerful left-foot shot around the post.
But the Italians were growing stronger and it was no surprise when they took the lead through Totti. A moment of hesitation by Stanislav Varga allowed Gaetano d'Agostino to chip the ball to the back post where Totti arrived to head over Marshall.
Celtic came back at the Italians and Chris Sutton headed over from Aiden McGeady's cross while Bobo Balde fired wide from just four yards after Hartson had headed against the post, late in the half.
O'Neill made three changes on the hour including Craig Beattie, who had scored four goals in three games in North America. The in-form youngster was in the right place in the 75th minute after Momo Sylla had knocked down McGeady's cross but he could not get a shot away on goal.
Pearson then missed a sitter in the final minute.
Trivia
Roma coach Cesare Prandelli believes Celtic will again win the SPL and described Rangers as "hackers" after pre-season games against the Old Firm.
Tournament:- Champions World Soccer Series II 2004.
Venue:- The SkyDome, Toronto
Kick-off:- 20.00 local time (Sun 1 August 1.15 B.S.T)
Celtic wore a different logo on shirts "Coors Light"
Female assistant referee – Denise Robinson.
Celtic finished off their North American tour with a 1-0 loss.
Teams
Celtic (4-4-2):-
Marshall, Agathe, Varga, Balde, McNamara (Valgaeren 61), McGeady, Lennon (Laursen 79), Petrov (Pearson 61), Wallace, Sutton (Beattie 61), Hartson (Sylla 63).
Booked:- Sutton.
A.S. Roma (4-4-2):-
Zotti, Pannuci, Mexas, Dellas, Curfe, Di Martino, Dacourt, D'Agostino (Lanzaro 64), Totti, Delvecchio (Montella 64), Candella.
Subs: Simonetta, Cerci, Curci, Grillo, Virga, Scurto, Pipolo, Rossi
Goal:- Totti 24.
Booked:- Dacourt, Delvecchio, Totti.
Att:- 44,168
Ref:- Steve DiPierro(USA).
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