Mats Hummels Reflects on Controversy During AS Roma's Derby Win

The German defender admits to provoking a red card and regrets his actions during a heated moment in the Derby della Capitale.

AS Roma defeated Lazio 2-0 in the Derby della Capitale, with tensions flaring in the final moments of the match.
Mats Hummels acknowledged his role in provoking a red card for Lazio's Valentin Castellanos during a sideline altercation.
The incident stemmed from a foul by Hummels, followed by Castellanos kicking him and a minor physical exchange between the two players.
Hummels admitted on his podcast that his decision to fall during the altercation was unnecessary and expressed regret over his theatrics.
Despite his actions, Hummels maintained that Castellanos deserved the red card due to prior incidents of unsportsmanlike behavior throughout the game.