AS Roma maintained their 100% record under new manager Daniele De Rossi with a commanding 4-0 victory over struggling Cagliari. The former midfielder, having won all three games since replacing José Mourinho, has reignited the club’s hopes of qualifying for Europe.
Early Dominance and Pellegrini’s Opener
The hosts wasted no time establishing their dominance, breaking the deadlock after just 63 seconds. Lorenzo Pellegrini capitalized on a poorly defended corner, stabbing the ball home from close range at the near post, setting the tone for the evening.
Dybala’s Brilliance and Huijsen’s Debut Goal
Bryan Cristante hit the post, and Paulo Dybala doubled the lead with a beautifully executed goal. Romelu Lukaku’s clever step-over of Pellegrini’s low pass paved the way for Dybala’s clinical finish. In the second half, Dybala converted a penalty, and teenage defender Dean Huijsen scored his first Roma goal with a towering header from Leandro Paredes’ corner.
The comprehensive victory marks a perfect start for Daniele De Rossi, while Cagliari, in their first season back in Serie A, faces relegation after their heaviest defeat of the season. AS Roma, unbeaten in the last nine meetings, moves into fifth place in the Serie A standings.