AS Roma delivered a commanding performance at the Stadio Olimpico, defeating Slovan Bratislava 4–0 in the UEFA Champions League on October 20, 2026.
Roma bounced back from their painful defeat to Real Madrid with an impressive display of attacking football, scoring twice in the first half before adding two more goals after the break.
Hermoso and Molina Put Roma in Control
Mario Hermoso opened the scoring in the 21st minute, giving the home supporters an early reason to celebrate. Nahuel Molina doubled Roma’s advantage in the 39th minute, sending the Italian side into half-time with a comfortable 2–0 lead.
Slovan Bratislava struggled to contain Roma’s attacking pressure and found themselves facing an increasingly difficult task as the match progressed.
Pisilli and Malen Complete the Rout
Roma continued their dominance after the restart. Niccolò Pisilli made it 3–0 in the 52nd minute, finishing a move involving Donyell Malen.
Malen then got on the scoresheet himself, converting a penalty in the 58th minute to complete Roma’s four goal haul.
Roma’s attacking quality and control of the match left Slovan Bratislava with little opportunity to mount a comeback.
A Much Needed European Statement
The victory represents an important response from Gian Piero Gasperini’s men after their dramatic 4–3 loss to Real Madrid. This time, Roma combined attacking efficiency with a far more convincing defensive performance.
For Slovan Bratislava, the defeat highlights the challenges they face at this level of European competition, particularly against opponents capable of exploiting defensive mistakes.
Roma will now look to build on this result as they continue their Champions League campaign, while Slovan must regroup and search for a way to improve their European form.
Full time: Roma 4–0 Slovan Bratislava
Goals: Mario Hermoso 21′, Nahuel Molina 39′, Niccolò Pisilli 52′, Donyell Malen 58′ (penalty).
Football Fans, What a Performance!
Roma have made their statement in Europe with a convincing four-goal victory. Can Gasperini’s side maintain this momentum and make a serious push in the Champions League?