Roma Thrash Fiorentina 4-0 as Malen Nets Hat-trick, Dybala Assist Masterclass

Summary

Key Points

• Malen opened the scoring in the 27th minute when Dybala drove down the right flank, entered the box, and crossed for the Dutch striker to tap in at the near post 12.
• The second goal came in the 52nd minute, with Dybala threading the ball to Malen on the right, who cut inside and unleashed a powerful shot into the top corner from a tight angle 12.
• Malen completed his hat-trick in the 60th minute after Roma won possession high up the pitch, Dybala drove to the byline and delivered a low cross for Malen to tap home 12.
• Pisilli rounded off the scoring in the 86th minute to seal a 4-0 victory for the Giallorossi, who have now finished third in Serie A for two consecutive seasons 12.
• After the match, Dybala handed Malen the match ball, with the Argentine saying, "He scored three goals, he deserves to have this football." Malen responded, "Playing alongside him is a privilege. He understands every one of my runs and allows me to score" 2.
• Dybala also addressed transfer rumors, stating, "I really want to play. During the holidays, I couldn't play football. Everyone at Roma is fantastic and I always wanted to stay. There was never any doubt. So I gave everything for my teammates" 2.

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