Lukaku Makes His Mark as Roma Match Serie A Record in Win

Roma 7-0 Empoli: Jose Mourinho’s side equal modern Serie A record in rout

Roma secured a convincing victory in their Serie A match against Empoli, winning 7-0. This dominant performance not only marked their first win of the season but also equaled the record margin of victory in a modern Serie A match. The victory saw Roma climb from 18th to 12th in the league table.

Lukaku and Dybala shine

Roma‘s summer signing Romelu Lukaku, on loan from Chelsea, scored his first goal for the club, displaying composure in his finish. Paulo Dybala, an Argentina international, was another key player in the match, scoring a classy fourth goal after the break. The duo’s contributions, along with goals from Renato Sanches, Bryan Cristante, and Gianluca Mancini, ensured Roma‘s emphatic victory.

A turning point for Roma

Roma‘s win against Empoli comes after a disappointing start to the season, which saw them earn only one point from their initial three matches. The team and its manager, Jose Mourinho, faced criticism and struggled with injuries to key players such as Chris Smalling, Houssem Aouar, Lorenzo Pellegrini, and Tammy Abraham. This victory not only provides Roma with a much-needed boost in confidence but also showcases their potential to perform at a high level.

Record-equalling performance

The 7-0 victory by Roma equals the record for the largest margin of victory in a Serie A match since the introduction of three points for a win in 1994. This achievement puts Roma in the same league as the eight previous teams that have achieved this feat in Serie A. Notably, Roma was responsible for an equally emphatic 8-0 win against Napoli in 1927 and has also recorded a 9-0 victory against Cremonese in 1929. However, the overall top-flight record remains Torino’s 10-0 win against Alessandria in 1948.

Mourinho’s triumph and team potential

This victory is reminiscent of Jose Mourinho’s successful tenure at Real Madrid, where he led the team to an 8-1 win against Almeria in 2011. It serves as a reminder of Mourinho’s ability to guide his teams to dominant performances. Furthermore, with the return of injured players and the addition of influential signings like Lukaku and Sanches, Roma has the potential to challenge for top positions in Serie A.

Looking ahead

Roma‘s victory against Empoli should be seen as a turning point for the team. It demonstrates their ability to overcome adversity and dominate their opponents. As the season progresses, Roma will aim to capitalize on this momentum and continue to climb up the Serie A table. With Jose Mourinho at the helm and a talented squad, Roma has the potential to compete against the best teams in Italy and potentially challenge for the Serie A title.

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