Roma's celebrations continued in style as the newly crowned champions of Italy marked their first game back with a dominant 3-0 victory over Sassuolo at the Stadio Enzo Ricci. The result, Roma's 16th consecutive league win, extended their remarkable run and underscored the gulf in class between the Giallorosse and the rest of the division. But the day also brought finality for Genoa, whose relegation from Serie A Women Athora was confirmed after the latest round of fixtures.
The pre-match ceremony was a poignant moment: Sassuolo players formed a guard of honor for Roma, applauding the champions as they took the field. It was a gesture of respect that set the tone for a night of celebration. Roma manager Alessandro Spugna used the opportunity to rotate heavily, giving minutes to fringe players including third-choice goalkeeper Soggiu, who made his league debut. The message was clear: this scudetto belongs to the entire squad.
On the pitch, Roma were clinical. A goal from Pilgrim, one from Galli, and another from Dorsin sealed the 3-0 win, with Rossettini overseeing the proceedings from the bench. The victory not only maintained Roma's unbeaten run since the title was secured but also demonstrated the depth of quality in the squad. With the Champions League looming, such rotation is vital for maintaining freshness.
For Genoa, the relegation is a bitter pill to swallow. The club had fought hard throughout the season but ultimately fell short. Their exit from the top flight marks the end of an era, and the club will now need to regroup in Serie B. The relegation battle had gone down to the wire, but Genoa's fate was sealed after results elsewhere went against them.
Juventus, meanwhile, secured their place in the Champions League next season. The Bianconere finished third, guaranteeing a spot in Europe's premier club competition. It was a significant achievement for a team that has undergone transition this season, and they will now look to build on that in the summer transfer window.
Fiorentina, who had hoped to snatch the third Champions League spot, were left to rue missed opportunities. Despite a win of their own, Juventus's result meant the Viola will have to settle for European football at a lower level, or perhaps no European football at all, depending on the allocation of spots. The disappointment was palpable, but Fiorentina can take heart from a strong campaign that saw them push the top sides close.
Milan closed their home campaign with a victory over Parma, while Lazio beat Ternana. The Lazio win lifted them level on points with Fiorentina in fourth place, and both teams share regrets over what might have been. A special mention goes to Lazio's Pirone, who received warm wishes from fans after an injury layoff, a reminder of the human stories behind the results.
Elsewhere, Como and Napoli played out a goalless draw, a result that had little bearing on the overall picture but provided a fittingly flat end to a season that had its share of drama.
Looking ahead, Roma's focus will now shift to the Champions League, where they hope to make an impact on the European stage. The squad's depth, as demonstrated against Sassuolo, will be crucial. For Genoa, the rebuilding process begins now, and they will aim to return to Serie A stronger. The 2025-26 season has been a landmark year for women's football in Italy, with Roma's dominance a testament to their investment and planning.
Based on reporting from Tuttosport.
