Roma defeats Atalanta with late goals at Stadio Olimpico

Roma secured a 2-1 victory over Atalanta at the Stadio Olimpico on September 5, 2026, marking their third consecutive win in Serie A. Despite trailing to an Ederson strike, Roma maintained consistent pressure throughout the match, recording 39 total attempts on goal. Mario Hermoso equalized with a header in added time before Matias Soulé struck the winning goal shortly after. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini credited the victory to the depth of his squad, noting that substitute players were essential in shifting the momentum during the final minutes. The result keeps Roma at the top of the table alongside Inter with a perfect record after three rounds. The team now turns its attention to a Champions League fixture against Fenerbahce scheduled for the following Thursday.

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