Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini addressed his team's defeat against Torino at the Olimpico Stadium during Serie A's third matchday. The coach defended his players' performance despite the disappointing result. He emphasized that his squad controlled large portions of the match but failed to convert opportunities into goals. Gasperini noted the team struggled with final passes and decision-making in attacking areas. The defeat marked Roma's first loss of the current campaign.
The manager explained that high temperatures impacted player energy levels throughout the contest. He described Torino's winning goal as preventable and felt circumstances became increasingly difficult as the match progressed. Gasperini revealed Paulo Dybala experienced physical discomfort during a set piece, prompting his substitution. The Argentine star's injury appears minor based on initial assessments. Roma faces their city rivals Lazio in the upcoming derby on September 21.
The manager explained that high temperatures impacted player energy levels throughout the contest. He described Torino's winning goal as preventable and felt circumstances became increasingly difficult as the match progressed. Gasperini revealed Paulo Dybala experienced physical discomfort during a set piece, prompting his substitution. The Argentine star's injury appears minor based on initial assessments. Roma faces their city rivals Lazio in the upcoming derby on September 21.
