Malen’s strike rescues Torino as Perri falters and Mancini shines

Malen’s second‑half strike gave Torino a 2‑0 victory over Roma, sealing the win after a tense first half. The Italian forward earned a rating of seven, while teammate Perri was marked down to five for his hesitation, and Mancini topped the scores with a 7.5.

Perri’s performance drew criticism for excessive hesitation and poor footwork; a vertical pass from him sparked the decisive goal. He received a rating of five, and teammate Comuzzo was given a 5.5, noted for risking a penalty and struggling in the first half alongside the other two defenders.

Coco, rated five, managed the physical impact with Malen but allowed too many chances, while Comert’s 5.5 reflected a lack of composure and no sense of security in his positioning.

Midfield dynamics and individual flashes

Belghali earned a 5.5 but never found space to display his physical and technical abilities. Cacciamani, who entered at the 46th minute, was rated six for his extra sprint and willingness to cross. Gineitis received a five for a too‑school‑book first half, whereas Braganca’s 6.5 marked him as the best on the pitch, illuminating play for Simeone.

Roma’s attacking thrust and Torino’s response

Mancini topped the ratings with a 7.5, praised for high pressing that created the opening goal and for an incisive off‑the‑ball run that almost produced a second. Balerdi (6.5) stepped in for the injured Ndicka, Hermoso (6) kept projecting forward, and Lulli (6.5) impressed with dribbling and all‑round quality.

Malen, rated seven, capitalised on a moment of gold by heading in the first goal and later acting as a number‑10, feeding Molina for a chance before being substituted. Dybala’s 6.5 highlighted his constant forward thrust, while Molina’s six reflected his inaccurate crossing. Roma’s Svilar, with a 6.5, denied Simeone on the first chance, and De Roon’s 6.5 underscored his valuable ball recovery.

When Gasperini brings Pisilli into the two‑man line behind the striker, the game changes, showing the tactical nuance that can hurt Torino’s defence. Despite the loss, Roma have recorded four wins in four Serie A matches this season, underlining their dominance even when edged out.