Zaniolo at the Double for Di Francesco's side Against Porto

UCL: Zaniolo at the Double for Di Francesco's side Against Porto.

Nicolo Zaniolo strikes twice to clinch Roma win over Porto - Sportstar

Goals:

Roma: N. Zaniolo (70) N. Zaniolo (76)

Porto: Adrián (79)

Nicolo Zaniolo scored both goals as Roma recorded a 2-1 home victory over Porto in the first leg of their last-16 Champions League tie.

A largely forgettable game finally came to life in the 70th minute, Zaniolo angling a right-footed shot beyond Iker Casillas to put the Serie A side on their way to a first win over Porto in European competition.

Edin Dzeko created the opener and was also involved in the second too, his low drive striking the post before his team-mate tucked home the rebound.

Teenager Zaniolo's brace gives Roma a lead to take into the return fixture next month, though Adrian Lopez's half-volleyed finish from Tiquinho Soares' accidental assist means Porto picked up what could be a crucial away goal.