Roma 7-0 Empoli: Jose Mourinho’s Team Matches Modern Serie A Record with Dominant Victory

Roma Secure First Serie A Win with Dominant Display Against Empoli

In a stunning display of attacking prowess, AS Roma clinched their first victory of the Serie A season by thrashing Empoli 7-0. The result not only lifts them out of the relegation zone but also matches the record margin of victory in modern Serie A history.

The Giallorossi started the match under intense scrutiny as they had previously managed just one point from their opening three fixtures. However, goals from star signings Romelu Lukaku and Paulo Dybala propelled Jose Mourinho’s men to an emphatic triumph.

Lukaku Opens Account for Roma with Clinical Finish

On loan from Chelsea, Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku made an immediate impact by scoring his debut goal for Roma. With composure and finesse, he found the back of the net to kick-start his spell at the club.

Dybala Penalty Sets Tone for Dominant Performance

Argentina international Paulo Dybala set up Roma’s dominant first-half performance by converting a penalty early on. This was followed by Renato Sanches’ powerful header and Albert Grassi’s unfortunate own-goal that left Empoli reeling before half-time.

Dybala Shines Again as Cristante Strikes from Distance

In the second half, Dybala continued to dazzle when he struck a superb fourth goal after displaying his trademark class. The talented forward also rattled the crossbar with a sublime free-kick before Bryan Cristante unleashed a thunderous long-range strike into the back of the net.

Record-Equalling Victory for Roma

Lukaku then added a sixth goal to his tally, while Gianluca Mancini completed the rout with a well-taken header. With this resounding 7-0 victory, Roma joined the elite group of teams that have achieved such an astounding result in Serie A since the introduction of three points for a win in 1994.

Mourinho’s Men Rebound from Early Struggles

Roma’s triumph comes as a relief after enduring criticism and disappointing performances at the start of the season. Injuries to key players like Chris Smalling, Houssem Aouar, Lorenzo Pellegrini, and Tammy Abraham had hindered their progress. However, with new signings Lukaku and Sanches making their mark and Iranian striker Sardar Azmoun making his debut as well, Roma displayed resilience and potential on their journey towards redemption under manager Jose Mourinho.

A Historic Result Worth Celebrating

This resounding victory matches previous memorable scorelines in Serie A history. While no Italian team has won by more than seven goals since Juventus’ famous 9-1 thrashing of Inter Milan in April 1961, Roma themselves were responsible for another emphatic hammering when they embarrassed Napoli 8-0 two years prior to that historic match.

Mourinho’s Masterclass Leads to Record Win

Joyously reminiscent of past successes during his managerial career, Jose Mourinho orchestrated this stunning victory over Empoli. The last time he oversaw such an impressive scoreline was back in May 2011 when Real Madrid decimated Almeria with an 8-1 home win.