Franco Mastantuono reacts angrily to substitution in Fiorentina debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Franco Mastantuono displayed visible frustration after being substituted in his first league appearance for Fiorentina against AS Roma on August 25. Fiorentina faced a challenging start to their Serie A campaign, suffering a 4-0 defeat. The young attacker, on loan from Real Madrid, struggled with possession throughout the match. His emotions boiled over as he slammed a water bottle after leaving the field during the second half. This match marked an important stage in Mastantuono's career following a loan move intended to aid his development.
- •Mastantuono joined Fiorentina on loan this summer.
- •Fiorentina lost 4-0 to AS Roma in the match.
- •Mastantuono struggled with possession throughout the game.
- •He reacted angrily to his substitution during the second half.
- •This was his first league start for the team.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Watch: On-loan Real Madrid star’s furious reaction to being substituted
"On-loan Real Madrid youngster Franco Mastantuono could not help but allow his disappointment to show after being hauled off in his first league outing for new club Fiorentina.This came as the Viola we...
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