Mario Hermoso shines in midfield as Roma thrash Newport 4-0

In a friendly match, AS Roma deployed Mario Hermoso in midfield, a surprise move by coach Gian Piero Gasperini that paid immediate dividends. Hermoso opened the scoring with a well‑timed run, won a penalty that allowed Castro to equalise, and later supplied the assist for Soulé’s fourth‑minute goal, sealing a 4‑0 victory over Newport.

After the game Hermoso said he felt comfortable in the new role and praised the team’s mentality, while Gasperini highlighted the squad’s depth and the arrival of new signings. Young players such as Castro and Koulierakis were also noted as key to Roma’s ambitions in the league and the Champions League.