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Alessandro Romano scores in Serie A debut as Cagliari beats Parma

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Alessandro Romano scores in Serie A debut as Cagliari beats Parma

Summary

Alessandro Romano scored a goal on his Serie A debut for Cagliari, securing a 1-0 victory over Parma at Stadio Ennio Tardini on August 22, 2026. This performance was noted by Italy's national team coach Roberto Mancini, who attended the match. Romano has dual Swiss-Italian citizenship and has previously represented Switzerland at the U20 level. Discussions regarding which national team he will choose for his senior career are ongoing, though Romano stated that a decision is not currently a priority. He joined Cagliari on loan this summer, with an option to buy contingent on certain conditions this season.

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By the Numbers

•Romano's goal gave Cagliari three points against Parma.
•Mancini observed Romano's performance from the stands.
•Romano is a U21 Switzerland international.
•He joined Cagliari from Roma on an obligation to buy deal.
•Cagliari's option to buy Romano could reach €6.5 million.

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10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Doubts grow over Romano’s Italy decision after first Serie A goal watched by Mancini

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Alessandro Romano scored a stunning goal on his Serie A debut, giving Cagliari a 1-0 away win over Parma. Roberto Mancini watched from the stands, but it’s still unclear whether Romano will pick It...
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