As Roma - Fiorentina -

(red cards, VAR drama, or a last-minute winner)

However, the second half told a different story. Fiorentina emerged with renewed tactical discipline, shifting to a high-press that rattled the Roma backline. A momentary lapse in communication between the Roma keeper and his center-back allowed La Viola to pounce, turning a loose ball into a clinical equalizer that silenced the home crowd. AS Roma - Fiorentina

The breakthrough came just before halftime. A sweeping Roma counter-attack saw the ball zipped across the edge of the box, finding a late-arriving runner who lashed a low strike into the bottom corner. The Curva Sud exploded, and for a moment, it seemed the hosts would coast to a comfortable victory. (red cards, VAR drama, or a last-minute winner)

The Stadio Olimpico was a cauldron of noise as AS Roma hosted Fiorentina in a match that felt more like a chess match than a football game. Under the glow of the Roman floodlights, the Giallorossi looked to impose their physical dominance early, with their midfield trio strangling the space and forcing Fiorentina into long, speculative balls. The breakthrough came just before halftime