Alessandro Romano
CAG
Records first Italy assist
Romano supplied the assist for Francesco Pio Esposito's late goal against Turkey on Monday.
Analysis: Romano played the whole game against Turkey as he capped the scoreline following an assist in the 87th minute. The Swiss-born midfielder set up Esposito, who directed the ball into the net in the dying minutes of the game. It was the 20-year-old's first senior international goal contribution, which came in just three appearances for Italy. He's also scored a goal in 445 minutes played across five Serie A starts for Cagliari this season.
Creates chance in loss
Romano generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Inter Milan.
Analysis: Romano was unable to repeat his scoring contribution from the opening match but remained involved creatively, taking five corners while creating one chance. The midfielder has scored one goal through his first two Serie A appearances of the season, and his involvement on set pieces gives him another avenue to generate attacking production even when he isn't finding the net.
Strikes in club debut
Romano scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal), crossing once inaccurately, creating a chance and making four tackles (winning all four) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Parma.
Analysis: Romano claimed all three points in the 79th minute while leading Cagliari in tackles during his team debut. The goal was the first in Serie A for the 19-year old and a great start to life at Cagliari after making a move from Roma in July.
Heads to Cagliari
Romano has joined Cagliari on a season-long loan with an obligation to buy from Roma.
Analysis: Romano recorded one assist in 19 appearances with Spezia from January on last season. He'll bolster the midfield, primarily with defensive-minded duties, following the departures of Michael Folorunsho and Luca Mazzitelli.
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