Paulo Dybala orchestrated a masterclass performance with a goal and an assist as AS Roma dominated Torino 2-0 at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino on Sunday, extending their Serie A momentum with a commanding display.
The visitors seized control early, though drama unfolded in the 25th minute when Donyell Malen thought he’d broken the deadlock, only for VAR to intervene and cancel the strike. Undeterred, the Dutch forward made amends just moments later, converting in the 26th minute to give Roma a deserved lead. The Giallorossi had already imposed themselves on proceedings, forcing an early yellow card for Torino’s Ardian Ismajli in the ninth minute.
Roma’s territorial dominance was evident throughout, controlling 62.9% of possession while registering 14 shots to Torino’s eight. The hosts struggled to gain any foothold, with goalkeeper Alberto Paleari forced into three saves to keep his side within touching distance before halftime.
Dybala sealed the victory in the 72nd minute, combining his trademark finesse with clinical execution to double Roma’s advantage. The Argentine was at the heart of everything positive for the visitors, completing his man-of-the-match performance with three key passes alongside his goal contribution. Devyne Rensch provided the assist as Roma’s attacking fluidity overwhelmed Torino’s defensive efforts.
Mile Svilar earned his clean sheet with four crucial saves, while Roma’s defensive solidity showed in their superior 90% tackle success rate compared to Torino’s 70%. Gianluca Mancini impressed from the back with four key passes, though he picked up a yellow card in the 55th minute.
Despite spirited efforts from Saúl Coco and midfielders Emirhan İlkhan and Gvidas Gineitis, Torino couldn’t break down Roma’s organized defense, leaving them frustrated as the capital club collected all three points with authority.
