Overview
- Che Adams scored a brace for Torino, with Roma’s Hermoso equalizing after halftime before 16-year-old debutant Antonio Arena leveled late for 2-2.
- Ilkhan decided the tie in the 90th minute at the Stadio Olimpico, sealing Torino’s progression and eliminating Roma.
- Torino will meet Inter in the quarterfinals at Monza, a neutral venue selected because San Siro is unavailable due to Milano‑Cortina 2026 preparations.
- Marco Baroni said his team is growing and praised the aggressive, vertical performance, calling the qualification a reward for fans and the club.
- Gian Piero Gasperini lauded Arena’s character and discussed Roma’s reliance on young players, noting he had expected more transfer-market support in the summer.