Torino earned a major victory at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday with a 1-0 win over AS Roma, thanks to a spectacular goal by Giovanni Simeone. The Argentine forward, who joined Il Toro just over a month ago, marked his first goal for the club in style, sealing the three points against Paulo Dybala and Matías Soulé’s Roma.

In only his fourth match with Torino, Simeone made the difference midway through the second half. In the 58th minute, the striker controlled the ball near the edge of the box on the left side and unleashed a powerful low shot that beat Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar at the far post.

The result came as a relief for Torino after a difficult start to the Serie A season, which included a heavy 0-5 defeat to Inter and a 0-0 draw against Fiorentina. Roma had entered the match unbeaten after two straight victories, but despite dominating possession and creating several chances, they were unable to convert.

Both Dybala and Soulé started for the home side, but the spotlight quickly shifted to Dybala’s fitness after he was substituted at halftime. The Argentine had only recently returned in August following surgery on his left hamstring tendon, injured in March against Cagliari, and while manager Gian Piero Gasperini had noted before the match that he was improving but not yet ready for a full 90 minutes, his early exit now raises concerns ahead of the upcoming derby against Lazio.

Emiliano Martínez made some big saves for Aston Villa in their 0-0 draw against Everton.

Martínez was back in the starting eleven for Aston Villa after his transfer saga as he remained at the club. The Argentine played in his first match of the season and kept a clean sheet.

His first big save came from close range, a header from Beto and a big hand from Emiliano Martínez kept the ball out. His second big save came against Jack Grealish as a kick save from Emiliano Martínez kept Grealish’s effort from inside the penalty area out.

Arguably the best for last, a cross inside the penalty area by Grealish found the head of Michael Keane and his header from close range was saved by Emiliano Martínez who showed great reflexes.

Three big saves by Emiliano Martínez helped Aston Villa grab one point as they are yet to score ien the Premier League this season.

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— Roy Nemer (@RoyNemer) September 14, 2025

Atlético Madrid claimed their first victory of the 2025/26 La Liga season with a 2-0 home win over Villarreal, highlighted by strong performances from the Argentine players under Diego Simeone.

Nicolás González made his official debut for Atlético as a starter and marked the occasion with a goal early in the second half. The 27-year-old forward, who arrived from Juventus, connected with a Marco Llorente cross to head in his first goal for the club at the 52nd minute. González had to leave the pitch in the 76th minute after suffering a cramp, receiving an ovation from the home supporters.

Earlier, Atlético had taken the lead in the 9th minute through Pablo Barrios. The goal came after Giuliano Simeone forced an error and Julián Álvarez provided the assist. Álvarez, also fresh off international duty, was substituted at halftime for precautionary reasons.

Villarreal, with Juan Foyth starting in defense, threatened several times in the first half.

Dataref reported that González had a standout debut, recording the most duels won in the match (6), completing two successful dribbles, and delivering 14 out of 17 accurate passes.

Atlético had opened the season with two draws and one defeat, but the win moves them up the table to 7 points. Their next challenge will be the UEFA Champions League opener against Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday, September 17.