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Mats Hummels' AS Roma Debut Marred by Own Goal in Heavy Loss

The former World Cup champion's first appearance for the Italian club ends in a 1-5 defeat against AC Florenz, raising questions about his role and the team's performance.

  • Mats Hummels, who joined AS Roma in September, made his debut against AC Florenz, coming on as a substitute in the 67th minute.
  • Shortly after his entry, Hummels accidentally scored an own goal, contributing to the team's 1-5 defeat.
  • The loss has intensified scrutiny on Roma's coach Ivan Juric, who has been under pressure since taking over last month.
  • Hummels' debut has been described as a 'nightmare start' by Italian media, with fans expressing their disappointment.
  • Despite the setback, Hummels remains hopeful and has expressed his appreciation for Rome as a city.
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