Castro handed debut start in Roma friendly

New signing Santiago Castro goes straight into Roma's XI for his first appearance.

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What happened. Roma gave Santiago Castro his debut start in a pre-season friendly against Cardiff City, playing in a trident with Dybala and Soulé.

• Castro joined from Bologna for €35m plus add-ons.
• Soulé remains on the market for €30m.
• Wesley missed the 2026 World Cup due to injury.

Castro gets early minutes as Roma test their new attack before the season starts.

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