Niccolò Pisilli (born 23 September 2004) is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Serie A club Roma and the Italy national team.
Club career Pisilli began playing football with a local club Helios, before moving to Roma at the age of eight and working his way up their youth categories. In November 2022, he signed a professional contract with the club until 2026.
Having originally been assigned to their under-19 team, Pisilli made his professional debut for Roma on 6 May 2023, as a late substitute in a 2–0 Serie A home loss against Inter Milan. In April of the same year, he was part of Roma's under-19 squad that won the Coppa Italia Primavera.
On 14 December 2023, Pisilli made his debut in a European competition, coming on as a substitute for Andrea Belotti in the 72nd minute of a UEFA Europa League group stage match against Sheriff Tiraspol; he went on to score his first professional goal in the injury time of the same game, helping Roma gain a 3–0 victory.
On 23 February 2025, Pisilli extended his contract with Roma until June 2029.
International career
Pisilli is a youth international for Italy. In May 2023, he was included by head coach Carmine Nunziata in the Italian squad that took part in the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Argentina, where the Azzurrini finished runners-up after losing to Uruguay in the final match.
The same year in June, Pisilli was included in the Italian squad for the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in Malta, where the Azzurrini eventually won their second continental title. On 10 October 2024, Pisilli debuted for the Italian senior squad in a 2–2 draw against Belgium.
Style of play Pisilli is a versatile midfielder who contributes both offensively and defensively. He has been a regular presence in Roma's youth teams and is recognized for his ability to withstand physical challenges on the pitch. Known for his tactical awareness, Pisilli is adept at breaking down plays, with quick decision-making that aids in interceptions and recoveries.
Career statistics Club
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueCoppa ItaliaEuropeTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsRoma2022–23Serie A100000102023–24Serie A100011212024–25Serie A282201114132025–26Serie A25210823442026–27Serie A42001052Career total596302148310
International
+ Appearances and goals by national team and yearNational teamYearAppsGoalsItaly202410202500202630Total40
Honours Italy U20 FIFA U-20 World Cup runner-up: 2023
Italy U19 UEFA European Under-19 Championship: 2023
Individual Serie A Rising Star of the Month: May 2026
References
External links Profile at the AS Roma website