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Roma striker Abraham emotional after scoring double in derby triumph

Roma striker Tammy Abraham was thrilled after scoring twice in victory over Lazio.

Roma ranout comfortable 3-0 winners on the day.

Abraham later said: “I have no words. Wow. You can see what it means to the fans, to my teammates, to everyone who supported Roma.

“For the past couple of weeks I've been hearing all about this game. It's a great rivalry and to be here with the boys, to score two goals and help my team to victory – I can't ask for a better day.

“I give credit to my teammates, the fans, the manager, the staff, everybody made me feel like family. When everyone believes in you, it gives you that confidence.

“I am here, this is my home, they spent so much to bring me here and I have to repay them."

The summer signing from Chelsea added: "I am still disappointed I didn't get the hat-trick! A chance like that, I have to score, but we won, this is our home, this is our stadium, this is our Rome. We are happy with the win."

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