AS Roma opened their Serie A 26/27 campaign with a 4-0 win over Fiorentina at Stadio Olimpico, powered by Paulo Dybala’s playmaking clinic. The Argentine produced three assists and earned a Sofascore Rating of 9.1 in 79 minutes, setting the tone for a dominant Round 1 performance.

Hat-trick of assists sets the tone

Roma’s win was built on Dybala’s final-ball quality and constant involvement in the attacking third. He finished with three assists and four key passes, directly shaping the 4-0 scoreline. The underlying numbers backed the eye test, too, with 3 big chances created and an expected assists figure of 1.09. He found teammates in good positions repeatedly, completing 25 of his 31 passes in the opposition half. Nineteen of those accurate passes arrived in the final third, keeping Roma on the front foot.

While his crossing return read 1 accurate from 6, his threaded deliveries and combinations were the real difference-makers. Dybala attempted 41 passes overall at an 80% completion rate, which balanced ambition with control. He was fouled twice as Fiorentina struggled to contain him between the lines. For a game where he didn’t score, his creative output was the story. And with three assists from four chances created, the conversion by teammates matched the quality of service.

Passing range and control in Roma’s buildup

Beyond the assists, Dybala’s passing map showed variety and precision. He completed 4 of 5 long balls, switching play and opening angles that forced Fiorentina to drop off. In Roma’s buildup, he kept things tidy with 8 of 10 accurate passes in his own half, then accelerated the tempo higher up. His 62 touches underline how much the attack flowed through him at Stadio Olimpico. That volume paired with his 41 total passes shows consistent involvement rather than isolated moments.

Sofascore’s live data captured the balance of risk and reward in his distribution. The 80.5% pass accuracy came with real intent, not just sideways security. With a pass value outshining his shot value on the day, the playmaker role fit perfectly. It is no surprise that a 9.1 Sofascore Rating followed such complete chance creation. For supporters tracking performance metrics, these are the numbers that travel well into the season narrative.

Shooting threat and carrying the ball upfield

Dybala still posed a scoring threat even without finding the net. He took 4 shots, with 1 on target, 2 off target and 1 blocked. His shot profile split evenly, with 2 attempts from inside the box and 2 from outside. The expected goals total of 0.20 hints he was more creator than finisher in this one. He also tried a direct free-kick, adding a set-piece look to the mix.

With the ball at his feet, he progressed Roma upfield consistently. He completed 25 ball carries over 270 meters of total distance, pushing play forward by roughly 136 meters in progressive carries. His best single carry advanced play by just over 25 meters, a useful territory gain that moved Fiorentina back. The numbers point to a player who moved the game’s geography repeatedly, not just its highlight reel. That blend of carrying and passing made Roma’s attacks continuous rather than sporadic.

Work rate, duels and the fine print

The creative fireworks came with honest defensive work. Dybala recorded 4 ball recoveries and tracked back when needed. He also absorbed contact, drawing 2 fouls as he protected possession. Inevitably, some risk brought turnovers, and he registered 20 possessions lost with 4 unsuccessful touches. Those trade-offs often come with high-usage creators who try to break lines.

In the duels category, he won 2 and lost 6, with an additional aerial duel lost, for a 25% overall success rate. Ground duel success landed around 29%, reflecting a tough battle in tight spaces. He committed 1 foul and lost 1 challenge, but those moments never overshadowed his influence. After 79 minutes, his work was done, and the scoreboard read 4-0 to Roma. For an opening fixture, that is a statement shift from the No. 21.

What it means for Roma’s Serie A start

One appearance, three assists and a top-tier Sofascore Rating: Dybala’s season begins with clear impact. His season totals now show 3 big chances created, 4 key passes and 33 accurate passes at 80% accuracy. Add in 4 accurate long balls from 5 attempts and 25 accurate opposition-half passes, and you have the blueprint of a complete playmaker’s day. Even with 6 total crosses yielding just 1 accurate ball, the variety of passing did the damage.

For Roma, a 4-0 win in Round 1 is the ideal platform, and Dybala was the conductor. Fans can dive deeper into his heat map, chance creation and live metrics on Sofascore. Taken together, this was a performance that mixed end product with sustainable indicators. If the xA and key pass volumes stay close to this level, the assists will keep coming. Serie A just got a timely reminder of how Dybala tilts a match.