Paulo Dybala had begun to find his rhythm once more. After recovering from a hamstring injury, he had contributed significantly to Roma’s recent victories and was even named Roma’s Player of the Month for October. However, fortune did not favour the Argentine forward for long, as he has once again been struck by injury.
In Serie A action yesterday, Roma suffered a 1-0 defeat to AC Milan. The only goal of the match came from Serbian defender Strahinja Pavlovic. Dybala had an opportunity to level the score, but the 31-year-old missed a penalty in the 82nd minute.
The disappointment was not solely due to the missed spot-kick, but rather the injury Dybala sustained while taking it. Roma’s coach Gian Piero Gasperini expressed his concern about the forward’s condition after the match.
“Penalty? The worst news is Dybala’s injury. We now have to wait, but he will certainly return after the break. It is unfortunate because Dybala had been playing a string of excellent matches. The biggest setback in this match is his injury,” Gasperini told DAZN.
Dybala had been in fine form over the past few matches. After recovering from injury earlier in October, he had scored two goals and provided one assist. The club will continue to monitor him closely over the coming days. Roma has yet to release details regarding the severity of the injury.
Previously, in March, Dybala had been sidelined for more than three months due to a muscular injury, highlighting a concerning pattern of fitness issues that could impact his availability for Roma in the crucial stages of the season.
Recent Performance Summary
| Match | Goals | Assists | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roma vs AC Milan | 0 | 0 | Missed penalty, injured during the attempt |
| Early October | 2 | 1 | Returned from previous injury, strong performances |
Roma will be hoping for a swift recovery from Dybala, as his presence is pivotal to their attacking options and overall competitiveness in the Serie A campaign.