PARMA, Italy (Interstat) — Donyell Malen scored twice and Gabriel Strefezza added a goal and an assist as AS Roma defeated Parma 3-2 in a Serie A match Sunday at Stadio Ennio Tardini.

Malen, who entered as a substitute, put Roma ahead in the 22nd minute. Strefezza doubled the lead in the 47th minute, then received a yellow card a minute later. Mandela Keita made it 3-0 in the 87th minute before Parma pulled one back through Devyne Rensch in the fourth minute of stoppage time. Sascha Britschgi received a yellow card in the 76th minute and was sent off with a second yellow in the ninth minute of stoppage time.

Roma improved to 21 wins, 11 losses and four draws in Serie A this season, while Parma fell to 10 wins, 15 losses and seven draws. Across all competitions, Roma holds a 40-22-17 record and Parma is 14-17-15.

The match was the second meeting between the sides this campaign. Roma won the previous encounter 2-1 at home on Oct. 29, 2025.

Mariano Troilo picked up an assist for Roma. Britschgi also recorded an assist before his dismissal. The yellow cards were issued to Strefezza in the 48th minute, Troilo in the 65th minute and Britschgi in the 76th minute.

Roma entered the match on the back of a 0-0 draw against Sassuolo U20 on May 9 and a 4-0 win over Fiorentina on May 4. Parma had lost 2-0 at Inter Milan on May 3 before a 1-0 win at Pisa on April 25.

Roma’s next fixture is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, at Hellas Verona U20 in the Campionato Primavera 1.

Interstat’s game simulator had projected a final score of Parma 1, AS Roma 1, while Interstat’s ELO system gave Parma a 70.10 percent probability to win.

Strefezza, a midfielder, was the most influential player on the field, contributing directly to two of Roma’s three goals. Malen’s brace from the bench provided a crucial early spark. Keita’s late strike effectively sealed the result. Troilo and Britschgi each set up goals from the defensive line, though Britschgi’s afternoon was marred by his expulsion.

Parma pushed forward after Rensch’s goal in stoppage time but could not find an equalizer before Britschgi’s red card reduced the hosts to 10 men.

The victory continued Roma’s strong form in Serie A, where they have now won three of their past four league matches. Parma, meanwhile, have struggled, with only two wins in their last six league outings.

Attendance figures were not immediately available.

Roma’s season record across all competitions now stands at 40 wins, 22 losses and 17 draws. Parma’s overall record is 14 wins, 17 losses and 15 draws.

The match featured a total of four yellow cards and one red card. The officials did not issue any penalty kicks.

Roma’s next league match will be against Hellas Verona U20 on the road. Parma’s next Serie A fixture has not been announced.

The result leaves Roma in strong position in the Serie A standings, while Parma remain near the bottom of the table.

The game was played under clear skies with mild temperatures.

Malen’s two goals were his first of the match, giving him a multiple-goal performance. Strefezza’s goal was his fifth of the league season. Keita’s goal was his third.

Rensch’s goal for Parma was a consolation strike that came too late to spark a full comeback.

Britschgi’s red card was the only dismissal of the encounter.

The head-to-head record now favors Roma with two wins in two meetings this season.

Parma had created several chances earlier in the second half but were unable to beat Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar until the final moments.

Roma’s defensive unit held firm for most of the match, limiting Parma to few clear opportunities.

The win extended Roma’s unbeaten run in Serie A to four matches.

Parma have now lost three of their last five home games.

The match was the 30th Serie A fixture of the season for both clubs.

Roma’s depth was on display as Malen, a substitute, made the decisive impact.

Strefezza’s assist came on Keita’s goal, his second of the match.

Troilo’s assist came on Strefezza’s goal.

Britschgi’s assist came on Rensch’s goal.

The match saw a total of five goals, three yellow cards and one red.

The game lasted 99 minutes including stoppage time.