AS Roma vs Torino – Match Summary
Torino pulled off a sensational upset at the Stadio Olimpico, dumping AS Roma out of the Coppa Italia with a dramatic 3–2 victory in the Round of 16. In a rollercoaster match that saw Roma fight back from behind twice, it was Emirhan İlkhan who delivered the final blow with a 90th-minute winner. Che Adams was the star of the show for the visitors, scoring a brace, while Roma’s substitutes Mario Hermoso and Antonio Arena made huge impacts off the bench to level the scores. Ultimately, defensive frailties cost Gian Piero Gasperini’s side, sending Torino through to the Quarter-Finals.
AS Roma vs Torino – Final Score
AS Roma 2–3 Torino
(HT: 0–1)
Goals:
- 35’ — Che Adams (TOR)
- 46’ — Mario Hermoso (ROM)
- 52’ — Che Adams (TOR)
- 81’ — Antonio Arena (ROM)
- 90’ — Emirhan İlkhan (TOR)
AS Roma vs Torino – Timeline & Events
- 14’ — 🟨 Card: Devyne Rensch (ROM) is booked early for a trip, setting the tone for a difficult night for the Roma defense.
- 35’ — ⚽ GOAL! Torino strike first! Nikola Vlašić plays a perfect through ball to release Che Adams, who coolly slots it past Mile Svilar into the bottom corner. (0–1)
- 46’ — 🔄 Sub Impact: Gasperini makes two changes at halftime, bringing on Mario Hermoso and Evan Ndicka.
- 46’ — ⚽ GOAL! Immediate impact! Just seconds after the restart, substitute Mario Hermoso latches onto a pass from Leon Bailey and finishes like a striker. (1–1)
- 52’ — ⚽ GOAL! Torino retake the lead! The Vlašić-Adams connection strikes again. Vlašić squares it, and Che Adams buries his second of the night. (1–2)
- 81’ — ⚽ GOAL! Roma refuse to die! Wesley França delivers a beautiful cross, and substitute Antonio Arena rises high to head home the equalizer. (2–2)
- 90’ — ⚽ GOAL! Heartbreak for Roma! In the dying seconds of regulation time, Emirhan İlkhan pounces on a rebound in the box to stab home the winner. (2–3)
First Half Analysis
Roma controlled the possession (61%) but lacked penetration in the final third. Stephan El Shaarawy and Matías Soulé struggled to break down Torino’s disciplined 3-5-2 shape. Torino, playing on the counter, looked dangerous every time they went forward. Their patience paid off in the 35th minute when Vlašić exploited a gap in Roma’s high line to set up Che Adams. Roma ended the half frustrated, having created good xG (1.81 total) but failing to test Alberto Paleari enough.
Second Half Analysis
The game exploded in the second half. Gasperini’s halftime changes worked instantly with Hermoso scoring, but Roma’s defensive vulnerability remained. Torino exploited space on the break to restore their lead quickly. Roma threw everything forward, bringing on Paulo Dybala and Manu Koné. When young Antonio Arena equalized in the 81st minute, extra time seemed inevitable. However, a lapse in concentration in the 90th minute allowed İlkhan to snatch the win, leaving Roma no time to respond.
xG Reality Check: AS Roma 1.81 | Torino 1.24
- Analysis: Roma will feel hard done by. They generated significantly more Expected Goals (1.81 vs 1.24) and dominated territory. However, Torino were clinical, scoring 3 goals from an xG of just 1.24, highlighting the difference in finishing quality on the night.
Key Match Factors
- Clinical Adams: Che Adams scored two goals from just a few chances, showing lethal efficiency compared to Roma’s wasteful forwards.
- The Vlašić Factor: Nikola Vlašić provided two assists, orchestrating Torino’s counter-attacks with precision.
- Defensive Frailty: Roma’s high line was repeatedly exposed. Despite dominating possession, they conceded three times at home.
- Substitute Impact: Both managers used their benches well. Hermoso and Arena scored for Roma, while Torino’s subs helped manage the game before the late winner.
Player of the Match
🏆 Che Adams (Torino)
A complete striker’s performance. He led the line brilliantly, scored two well-taken goals to put Torino ahead twice, and was a constant menace to the Roma defense.
AS Roma vs Torino – Player Ratings
| AS Roma | Rating | Torino | Rating |
| Svilar | 6.0 | Paleari | 7.0 |
| Rensch | 5.5 | Tameze | 6.5 |
| Ziolkowski | 6.0 | Ismajli | 7.0 |
| Ghilardi | 5.5 | Coco | 7.0 |
| Cristante | 6.5 | Lazaro | 6.0 |
| Pisilli | 6.5 | Vlašić | 8.0 |
| Wesley França | 7.5 | İlkhan | 7.5 |
| Soulé | 6.0 | Gineitis | 6.5 |
| Bailey | 7.0 | Aboukhlal | 6.5 |
| El Shaarawy | 6.5 | Simeone | 6.0 |
| Hermoso (Sub) | 7.3 | Adams (MOTM) | 8.5 |
| Arena (Sub) | 6.9 |
AS Roma vs Torino – Match Stats
| Stat | AS Roma | Torino |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.81 | 1.24 |
| Possession | 61% | 39% |
| Total Shots | 10 | 10 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 5 |
| Big Chances | 2 | 4 |
| Corners | 5 | 4 |
| Passes (Accuracy) | 549 (81%) | 344 (72%) |
| Fouls | 10 | 17 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Goalkeeper Saves | 2 | 3 |
Top 5 Performers
- Che Adams (TOR): Two goals and clinical finishing defined the match.
- Nikola Vlašić (TOR): The creative engine; two assists and constantly opened up Roma’s defense.
- Wesley França (ROM): Roma’s best attacking outlet, provided the assist for the second equalizer.
- Mario Hermoso (ROM): Came on at halftime and scored immediately; looked solid despite the loss.
- Emirhan İlkhan (TOR): Worked hard in midfield and was in the right place to score the dramatic winner.
Underperformers / Weak Links
- Devyne Rensch (ROM): Picked up an early yellow card and struggled against Torino’s wing-backs before being subbed at halftime.
- Mile Svilar (ROM): Conceded 3 goals from 5 shots on target; will be disappointed not to have done better on the winner.
Substitutions Impact
- Mario Hermoso (ROM): Replaced Rensch (46′) – Rating: 7.3. Scored instantly.
- Antonio Arena (ROM): Replaced Bailey (80′) – Rating: 6.9. Scored with his first real involvement.
- Guillermo Maripán (TOR): Replaced Ismajli (70′) – Rating: 6.5. Stabilized the defense after Ismajli’s injury.
Tactical Breakdown
- AS Roma (3-4-2-1):
- Possession Dominance: Used Cristante and Pisilli to control the middle, but lacked the final ball against a low block.
- Wide Vulnerability: The wing-backs pushed high, leaving the center-backs exposed to swift counters.
- Torino (3-5-2):
- Counter-Attack Masterclass: Sat deep (39% possession) and used the pace of Adams and Aboukhlal to exploit spaces behind Roma.
- Efficiency: Created 4 “Big Chances” despite having much less of the ball.
What This Result Means
- AS Roma: Eliminated from the Coppa Italia. This is a bitter blow for Gasperini, whose only realistic path to silverware this season may now be in Europe.
- Torino: Advance to the Quarter-Finals. A massive confidence boost for Marco Baroni’s side, proving they can beat the big teams away from home.
AS Roma vs Torino – FAQs
Q: Who won the Roma vs Torino match?
A: Torino won 3–2.
Q: Who scored the winning goal?
A: Emirhan İlkhan scored in the 90th minute.
Q: Did Che Adams score?
A: Yes, he scored two goals for Torino.
Q: Who was the Man of the Match?
A: Che Adams (Torino).
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