The talented marksman was repeatedly vilified of late, with some pundits believe that the 33-year-old has lost his scoring form.

After hitting a treble, Totti mocked those who lost faith in his abilities, asking them to keep criticizing him.

"Now I hope they keep on saying I'm past it, as it brings me luck. Go on, say I'm finished as a player!" he said after the win over Bari.

"That is all I'm saying today, as it would be too easy for me to give interviews after a hat-trick. I'd rather go home."