Roma claimed a resounding victory against Pisa, finishing the match 3-0 in Serie A on this Friday evening. Donyell Malen was the star of the show, displaying exceptional form as he netted three goals that sealed the match result. The forward got things started just 2 minutes into the game, giving Roma an early lead. He extended the advantage to 2-0 right before halftime in the 42nd minute, and added his third goal in the 51st minute of the second half.
A standout moment from the match came when Donyell Malen found the net with a stunning shot in the 42nd minute. After receiving a clever pass from Devyne Rensch, he expertly placed the ball in the bottom right corner of the net, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
Prior to Malen’s second goal, Lorenzo Pellegrini had an opportunity to increase Roma’s lead when his powerful shot struck the post in the 41st minute, a close call for the home side.
Donyell Malen was undoubtedly the man of the match, scoring all three goals with three attempts on target, showcasing his impressive performance against Pisa.
Another key player for Roma was goalkeeper Mile Svilar, who made several crucial saves, denying Pisa five shots throughout the encounter.
Under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini, Roma lined up in a 3-6-1 formation with Mile Svilar in goal; Daniele Ghilardi, Evan N’Dicka, and Mario Hermoso forming the defensive line; Zeki Celik, Bryan Cristante, Niccolò Pisilli, Devyne Rensch, Matías Soulé, and Lorenzo Pellegrini in midfield; and Donyell Malen leading the attack.
Pisa, managed by Oscar Hiljemark, also set up in a 3-6-1 formation, with Adrian Semper in goal; Arturo Calabresi, Antonio Caracciolo, and Simone Canestrelli in defense; Idrissa Touré, Malthe Hojholt, Michel Aebischer, Samuele Angori, Mehdi Léris, and Matteo Tramoni in midfield; and Stefano Moreo upfront.
The officiating duties were handled by Ermanno Feliciani.
Looking ahead, Roma will face Atalanta in their next fixture, while Pisa will welcome Genoa at the Arena Garibaldi – Romeo Anconetani. Roma currently occupies the sixth spot in the table with 57 points, while Pisa remains at the bottom with just 18 points.
Substitutions for Roma
45’ 2T – Lorenzo Pellegrini off for Stephan El Shaarawy
64’ 2T – Matías Soulé off for Neil El Aynaoui
77’ 2T – Donyell Malen off for Robinio Vaz and Zeki Celik off for Angeliño
Yellow Card for Roma
4’ 2T Zeki Celik (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Pisa
53’ 2T – Malthe Hojholt off for Ebenezer Akinsanmiro and Idrissa Touré off for Gabriele Piccinini
73’ 2T – Matteo Tramoni off for Rafiu Durosinmi and Stefano Moreo off for Felipe Loyola
84’ 2T – Arturo Calabresi off for Francesco Coppola and Devyne Rensch off for Lorenzo Venturino
Yellow Card for Pisa
20’ 1T Idrissa Touré (Unsporting behavior)