Malen focused on goals, not idol status, after Torino win

Donyell Malen spoke to DAZN after Roma's away victory against Torino, reflecting on his performances and his partnership with Paulo Dybala. When asked about the "Dybalen" pairing, he said: "It's fun. Dybala made a great pass, I'm sorry he didn't get the assist because the goalkeeper touched it. The important thing was to score the goal." Asked what has changed over the past eight months and whether he realises his growing status among Roma's fanbase, Malen downplayed the notion of becoming an idol. He stated: "I don't think much about becoming an idol for the fans, I just want to score many goals. We have squad objectives to achieve and I'm focused on that." His commitment to the team's collective goals was evident throughout the interview, with the forward emphasising performance over personal accolades. Malen also commented on Niccolò Pisilli's unusual goal celebration, which saw the midfielder struggle to stay on his feet due to cramp. "He needs a chair, he can't stand up," Malen said with a laugh. "I've never seen a celebration like that. It was a nice goal, even though I saw little of it from the bench." When the conversation turned to Francesco Totti's record of scoring more than five goals in the first four league matches of a season, Malen acknowledged the weight of Roma's history: "I know how great Totti is for Roma. I really enjoy playing this football and breaking these records."

Niccolò Pisilli spoke to Dazn after Roma's away victory against Torino, reflecting on a goalscoring performance hampered by physical strain. Asked about celebrating despite cramping, Pisilli explained: "I wanted to attempt a celebration after the goal, but I was hit by a really bad cramp in my calf. I couldn't stand up." Pisilli also praised the impact of Donyell Malen, who has made a significant impression since arriving at the club. "He's very strong, he's had an incredible impact since he arrived. We hope he continues like this, scoring all these goals, because he always gives us a huge hand," Pisilli said when asked whether the squad can stop Malen in training.

Roma extended their winning streak to four matches with a 2–0 away victory against Torino in Serie A's fourth round, goals from Malen and Pisilli securing the three points. The result marks a milestone the club has not reached since the 2014–15 season, when Rudi Garcia's side achieved an even more remarkable run of ten consecutive wins. The streak represents a strong statistical indicator of Roma's current form in the league and underlines the team's positive momentum.

Donyell Malen spoke to DAZN after Roma's away victory against Torino, reflecting on his performances and his partnership with Paulo Dybala. When asked about the "Dybalen" pairing, he said: "It's fun. Dybala made a great pass, I'm sorry he didn't get the assist because the goalkeeper touched it. The important thing was to score the goal." Asked what has changed over the past eight months and whether he realises his growing status among Roma's fanbase, Malen downplayed the notion of becoming an idol. He stated: "I don't think much about becoming an idol for the fans, I just want to score many goals. We have squad objectives to achieve and I'm focused on that." His commitment to the team's collective goals was evident throughout the interview, with the forward emphasising performance over personal accolades. Malen also commented on Niccolò Pisilli's unusual goal celebration, which saw the midfielder struggle to stay on his feet due to cramp. "He needs a chair, he can't stand up," Malen said with a laugh. "I've never seen a celebration like that. It was a nice goal, even though I saw little of it from the bench." When the conversation turned to Francesco Totti's record of scoring more than five goals in the first four league matches of a season, Malen acknowledged the weight of Roma's history: "I know how great Totti is for Roma. I really enjoy playing this football and breaking these records."

Niccolò Pisilli spoke to Dazn after Roma's away victory against Torino, reflecting on a goalscoring performance hampered by physical strain. Asked about celebrating despite cramping, Pisilli explained: "I wanted to attempt a celebration after the goal, but I was hit by a really bad cramp in my calf. I couldn't stand up." Pisilli also praised the impact of Donyell Malen, who has made a significant impression since arriving at the club. "He's very strong, he's had an incredible impact since he arrived. We hope he continues like this, scoring all these goals, because he always gives us a huge hand," Pisilli said when asked whether the squad can stop Malen in training.

Roma extended their winning streak to four matches with a 2–0 away victory against Torino in Serie A's fourth round, goals from Malen and Pisilli securing the three points. The result marks a milestone the club has not reached since the 2014–15 season, when Rudi Garcia's side achieved an even more remarkable run of ten consecutive wins. The streak represents a strong statistical indicator of Roma's current form in the league and underlines the team's positive momentum.

Donyell Malen spoke to DAZN after Roma's away victory against Torino, reflecting on his performances and his partnership with Paulo Dybala. When asked about the "Dybalen" pairing, he said: "It's fun. Dybala made a great pass, I'm sorry he didn't get the assist because the goalkeeper touched it. The important thing was to score the goal." Asked what has changed over the past eight months and whether he realises his growing status among Roma's fanbase, Malen downplayed the notion of becoming an idol. He stated: "I don't think much about becoming an idol for the fans, I just want to score many goals. We have squad objectives to achieve and I'm focused on that." His commitment to the team's collective goals was evident throughout the interview, with the forward emphasising performance over personal accolades. Malen also commented on Niccolò Pisilli's unusual goal celebration, which saw the midfielder struggle to stay on his feet due to cramp. "He needs a chair, he can't stand up," Malen said with a laugh. "I've never seen a celebration like that. It was a nice goal, even though I saw little of it from the bench." When the conversation turned to Francesco Totti's record of scoring more than five goals in the first four league matches of a season, Malen acknowledged the weight of Roma's history: "I know how great Totti is for Roma. I really enjoy playing this football and breaking these records."

Roma claimed a fourth consecutive victory with a 2–0 away win at Torino, goals from Donyell Malen and Niccolò Pisilli propelling Gasperini's side to the top of Serie A on a perfect 12-point record. Malen, who had an effort ruled out for offside in the 23rd minute, finally broke through in the first-half closing stages after Gianluca Mancini recovered a loose ball high up the pitch and Paulo Dybala sent him clear; after Torino goalkeeper Perri made a first save, Malen converted the rebound from ground level. The Dutch forward has now scored six goals in four matches and leads the league's scoring chart. With Evan N'Dicka sidelined by gastroenteritis, Gasperini handed Leonardo Balerdi a first start alongside Mancini and Mario Hermoso. The makeshift defence held firm throughout, particularly in the second half when Balerdi pulled off a decisive clearance on Cristiano Bragança in the 76th minute as Torino pressed for an equaliser. Giovani Simeone had the home side's best chance after the interval, but Mile Svilar's positioning denied him. Gasperini introduced Rodrigo Mora, Santiago Castro, Marten de Roon and Manu Koné as Roma controlled the closing stages. Pisilli sealed the win in stoppage time to add a second clean sheet in four games and maintain Gasperini's 100 per cent record since his appointment.

Roma secured a fourth consecutive victory at Torino, with Donyell Malen setting the tone and Niccolò Pisilli sealing the win in the closing stages. The giallorossi dominated through sustained intensity and precision finishing, with Paulo Dybala orchestrating play and every outfield player leaving visible effort on the pitch. Malen delivered a commanding performance, earning an 8 rating in the match assessment. He wasted no time making an impact, with Mario Hermoso providing a perfectly weighted pass into the area that Malen shot just high, then deflecting a long-range attempt moments later before eventually finding the target with characteristic hunger. Gasperini's approach was validated as Roma took control early: Gianluca Mancini's aggressive positioning in midfield triggered the opening goal by pressing a Torino error in the middle third, then again forced Pisilli into space to finish the second. Mancini himself earned a 7 rating for his dual role, effectively playing as both centre-back and attacker through his constant forward movement. Leonardo Balerdi made an immediate impression on his debut for Roma, earning 7.5 for a near-flawless display. Within five minutes of his first appearance in giallorosso, Balerdi produced a sliding intervention that set the tone for his evening, making virtually no errors against Torino's Braganca and displaying rock-solid positioning throughout. Emanuele Lulli matched his intensity with a 7, opening the game with such authority that Gasperini immediately corrected him on a tactical point—Lulli reset and soon launched a sweeping move that took Vlasic out of play and nearly forced an own goal. Nahuel Molina earned a 7 for becoming Roma's most dangerous attacker in the second half, nearly producing a spectacular volley just over the crossbar despite early coordination issues with Matías Soulé on the flank. Pisilli ran over 11 kilometres despite visible fatigue, playing through cramp to finish the scoring at the 92nd minute with a final burst of energy. Gasperini managed the contest precisely, making tactical adjustments as Roma moved from energetic pressing in the opening phase to controlled compression by the final stages. He substituted Marten de Roon in at the 63rd minute for Bryan Cristante, with De Roon arriving as an authoritative presence. Gasperini deployed his midfielders deeper in defence towards the end to manage Torino's space and secure what the assessment called "a very precious result." His post-match philosophy on selection was direct: he plays whoever is performing best in training.

Donyell Malen spoke to DAZN after Roma's away victory against Torino, reflecting on his performances and his partnership with Paulo Dybala. When asked about the "Dybalen" pairing, he said: "It's fun. Dybala made a great pass, I'm sorry he didn't get the assist because the goalkeeper touched it. The important thing was to score the goal." Asked what has changed over the past eight months and whether he realises his growing status among Roma's fanbase, Malen downplayed the notion of becoming an idol. He stated: "I don't think much about becoming an idol for the fans, I just want to score many goals. We have squad objectives to achieve and I'm focused on that." His commitment to the team's collective goals was evident throughout the interview, with the forward emphasising performance over personal accolades. Malen also commented on Niccolò Pisilli's unusual goal celebration, which saw the midfielder struggle to stay on his feet due to cramp. "He needs a chair, he can't stand up," Malen said with a laugh. "I've never seen a celebration like that. It was a nice goal, even though I saw little of it from the bench." When the conversation turned to Francesco Totti's record of scoring more than five goals in the first four league matches of a season, Malen acknowledged the weight of Roma's history: "I know how great Totti is for Roma. I really enjoy playing this football and breaking these records."

Niccolò Pisilli spoke to Dazn after Roma's away victory against Torino, reflecting on a goalscoring performance hampered by physical strain. Asked about celebrating despite cramping, Pisilli explained: "I wanted to attempt a celebration after the goal, but I was hit by a really bad cramp in my calf. I couldn't stand up." Pisilli also praised the impact of Donyell Malen, who has made a significant impression since arriving at the club. "He's very strong, he's had an incredible impact since he arrived. We hope he continues like this, scoring all these goals, because he always gives us a huge hand," Pisilli said when asked whether the squad can stop Malen in training.

Roma extended their winning streak to four matches with a 2–0 away victory against Torino in Serie A's fourth round, goals from Malen and Pisilli securing the three points. The result marks a milestone the club has not reached since the 2014–15 season, when Rudi Garcia's side achieved an even more remarkable run of ten consecutive wins. The streak represents a strong statistical indicator of Roma's current form in the league and underlines the team's positive momentum.