AS Roma kicked off the 2026-27 season with a crushing 4-0 victory over Fiorentina, powered by a Donyell Malen hat-trick. The match, played on Monday, August 24, immediately sent the Giallorossi to the top of the Serie A table with 3 points and a perfect record of 4 goals scored and 0 conceded.
How did Roma dominate the match
Roma imposed their game from the start. Donyell Malen opened the scoring in the 27th minute, finishing a precise pass from Paulo Dybala. The same script repeated in the second half, with Malen completing his hat-trick with goals in the 52nd and 60th minutes, each time assisted by the Argentine playmaker. The fourth goal came four minutes from time, scored by young substitute Niccolò Pisilli. This flawless performance puts Roma at the summit of the standings after the opening weekend.
Who was the standout performer
The undisputed star was Donyell Malen. The Dutchman, with three goals in a single match, is already the team's top scorer this season. His connection with Paulo Dybala was decisive, showcasing an electric understanding on the pitch. Each of his goals resulted from coordinated movement and cool finishing. Malen has immediately put his stamp on the league.
What happened in the other Serie A fixtures
Elsewhere in Italian football, the derby between Lazio and Bologna ended 1-0 to the Biancocelesti. The winning goal was scored on his debut by substitute Davide Frattesi, assisted by Boulaye Dia, five minutes after he came on. It was an important win for Lazio's new coach, Gennaro Gattuso, after their shock Italian Cup exit to Mantova. As reported by The Hindu Sport, eight other clubs also started the season with full points.
What are Roma's key statistics
Roma not only won but did so with authority. Besides leading the table, they boast the best goal difference in the league (+4). Donyell Malen tops the internal scoring charts with 3 goals. Their next league fixture is an away trip to face Lecce, currently fourth in the table, on August 31. Full fixture details are available on our fixtures page.
What comes next for the team
The team must now maintain this intensity. The 4-0 win provides a solid foundation of confidence and points. The immediate objective is to build on this in the next tough away game at Lecce. With Malen in form and a cohesive unit, Roma has all the ingredients to continue this positive start. Fans can track the evolving team and player statistics on our dedicated stats page.
