Headline: Matías Soule Emerges as Key Playmaker for Roma Amid Dybala’s Absence
In a season marked by challenge and opportunity, Matías Soule has stepped up as Roma’s primary creative player while Paulo Dybala recovers from injury. According to Tuttosport, the 23-year-old has embraced increased responsibility in his second season under coach Gian Piero Gasperini, contributing significantly with four goals and five assists in 1,028 minutes of action across Serie A and the Champions League.
Soule’s overall performance and decision-making have noticeably improved. He maintains his aggressive playing style but has become more discerning about when to dribble and when to circulate the ball. This shift has enhanced his effectiveness in offensive situations.
During Saturday’s 3-0 victory over Sassuolo, Soule did not add to his goal tally or provide an assist, yet Gasperini praised his effort as “extraordinary.” Roma remains unbeaten after 11 matches this season, trailing just two points behind league leaders Lazio.
Recently, his impressive form earned him his first cap for Argentina from coach Lionel Scaloni in last month’s friendly match, which ended in a 7-0 win over Burkina Faso.
Soule’s rise is notable considering earlier this summer, rumors swirled about a potential transfer away from the Stadio Olimpico. Despite facing challenges last season, including missing about six weeks due to pubalgia, he emerged as a key player in the team during the first half of the season.
As Dybala aims for a return following the international break, Soule has demonstrated that he can carry the team’s creative burden in the Argentine star’s absence.
