Roma Crushes Fiorentina 4-0 to Close on Champions League Places

Key facts

• Roma defeated Fiorentina 4-0 at the Stadio Olimpico on May 4, 2026, in front of 61,307 spectators.
• Gianluca Mancini opened the scoring in the 13th minute with a header from a corner.
• Wesley doubled the lead five minutes later, and Mario Hermoso added a third after a setup by Manu Kone.
• Niccolò Pisilli completed the scoring early in the second half.
• Roma moved into fifth place with 64 points, one point behind fourth-placed Juventus.
• Fiorentina suffered its first league defeat in eight games, remaining 16th with 35 points, nine clear of the relegation zone.
• Cremonese lost 2-1 at home to Lazio, missing a chance to close the gap; they are third from bottom, four points from safety.
• Paulo Dybala and Manu Kone returned from injury for Roma, while Lorenzo Pellegrini and Bryan Zaragoza were absent.

Dominant First Half Seals Victory

Roma delivered a commanding performance on Monday night, scoring three times in the first half to secure a 4-0 victory over Fiorentina at the Stadio Olimpico. The win propelled Gian Piero Gasperini’s side into fifth place in Serie A, just one point behind Juventus with three matches remaining. Gianluca Mancini headed home the opener from a corner kick after 13 minutes, and Wesley doubled the lead five minutes later. Mario Hermoso added a third after a brilliant assist from Manu Kone, putting the match beyond doubt before halftime. Niccolò Pisilli capped the scoring early in the second half, ensuring Roma’s pursuit of a Champions League spot remained on track. The Giallorossi have now won three of their last five league matches, including a 2-0 away victory over Bologna in their previous outing.

Injury Returns Bolster Roma's Lineup

Gasperini welcomed back Paulo Dybala and Manu Kone, both of whom had recovered from recent fitness issues. Dybala had already returned to action from the bench in Roma’s last match and was expected to feature more prominently. However, the squad remained stretched by a significant injury list. Midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini was sidelined with a thigh strain, while Bryan Zaragoza missed out due to knee inflammation. In attack, Artem Dovbyk and Evan Ferguson were both unavailable, leaving Donyell Malen to lead the line. Defender Konstantinos Tsimikas faced late fitness tests for muscular problems, and Neil El Aynaoui was unavailable due to a yellow-card suspension. As a result, Matis Soulé and Dybala were deployed to support Malen in attack.

Fiorentina's Survival Hopes Remain Unsettled

Fiorentina suffered its first league defeat in eight games, a result that left them in 16th place with 35 points. La Viola still need a point to guarantee their Serie A survival, though they sit nine points clear of the relegation zone with three matches to play. Manager Paolo Vanoli was without forward Moise Kean, who was absent due to family reasons and an ongoing shin injury. Backup striker Roberto Piccoli was also sidelined with a thigh strain, forcing Albert Gudmundsson into an unfamiliar false-nine role. On a positive note, defender Marin Pongracic returned from suspension to anchor the backline, while wing-backs Robin Gosens and Fabiano Parisi were expected to return to the matchday squad. Veteran goalkeeper David De Gea and a stable midfield trio featuring Rolando Mandragora and Nicolo Fagioli offered hope for a result, but ultimately the visitors were outclassed.

Cremonese Misses Chance in Relegation Battle

Elsewhere in Serie A, Cremonese relinquished a first-half lead to lose 2-1 at home to Lazio, missing a chance to grab crucial points in their fight to avoid relegation. The home side took the lead when Federico Bonazzoli’s left-foot shot squirmed under Lazio goalkeeper Edoardo Motta. But Cremonese’s form remains dire: they have won only one of their last 21 league matches. They stayed third from bottom, four points adrift of safety and 17th-placed Lecce with three games remaining. Lazio’s comeback further tightened the relegation picture, leaving Cremonese with a steep climb to avoid the drop.

Roma's Home Fortress Proves Decisive

Roma’s unbeaten home run since November proved decisive, as they have now won 11 of their 13 matches at the Stadio Olimpico against lower-ranked teams. The attendance of 61,307 underscored the passionate support driving the team’s push for a top-four finish. The victory moved Roma to 64 points, one behind Juventus, who have played 35 matches to Roma’s 34. Gasperini’s side will now look to capitalize on their momentum in the remaining fixtures to secure a Champions League berth. Fiorentina, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly to secure the point that would guarantee their top-flight status. Their next match will be a test of resilience after this heavy defeat.

Outlook: Champions League Race Intensifies

With three games left, Roma’s victory keeps the pressure on Juventus for fourth place. The Giallorossi’s strong form and home advantage could prove decisive in the final stretch. Fiorentina’s survival is not yet mathematically assured, but their nine-point cushion offers a comfortable margin. The defeat, however, exposed vulnerabilities that Vanoli will need to address. Cremonese face an uphill battle, needing to close a four-point gap in just three matches. Their winless run suggests that only a dramatic turnaround can save them from relegation.

The bottom line

• Roma’s 4-0 win over Fiorentina moved them to fifth place, one point behind Juventus in the race for Champions League qualification.
• Gianluca Mancini, Wesley, Mario Hermoso, and Niccolò Pisilli scored for Roma, with three goals coming in the first half.
• Fiorentina suffered their first league defeat in eight games but remain nine points clear of the relegation zone.
• Cremonese lost 2-1 to Lazio, missing a chance to narrow the gap to safety; they are four points from 17th place.
• Roma’s unbeaten home record since November continues, with 11 wins in 13 matches at the Stadio Olimpico.
• Paulo Dybala and Manu Kone returned from injury for Roma, while Lorenzo Pellegrini and Bryan Zaragoza remained sidelined.