Roma hosts Fiorentina as new season kicks off in Serie A
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 6:10 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Roma opens their Serie A season on August 24 against Fiorentina at the Stadio Olimpico. Roma's squad, bolstered by the arrival of Rodrigo Mora, looks to improve after a return to the Champions League. Fiorentina, recovering from a disappointing 15th-place finish last season, aims to make a stronger start with new signings. Both teams seek to establish their attacking strategies as they kick off their campaigns.
- •Roma faces Fiorentina on August 24 at Stadio Olimpico.
- •Rodrigo Mora joins Roma, expected to enhance their attack.
- •Fiorentina aims to rebound from last season's 15th-place finish.
- •Both teams have transformed their squads over the summer.
- •Kickoff is scheduled for 20:45 CET/2:45 EDT.
- 6:10 PMYahoo Sports — Roma vs. Fiorentina: New Season, New Attack, Same Ambitions
"After a slow transfer market start, Tony D’Amico has built a much-improved squad. Will that translate to a win?
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