Claudio Ranieri, Getty Images December 19, 2024, 09:05

As part of the 1/8 finals of the Italian Cup, Roma defeated Genoese Sampdoria (4:1) on their own field.

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After the game, the head coach of the “Wolves”, Claudio Ranieri, commented on the performance of his own team.

“The club is definitely not going through the best period, otherwise I wouldn’t have been called. We had to react after the mistakes in Como. The guys had to show today the will and the spirit.

I always tell my teams that they have quality, but without determination you cannot do great things. You need a sense of belonging, Como had it against us for example. We ran with them more than in other games, but in vain, we did not make a good impression.

Dovbyk? He does not train properly because of physical problems. Trainers help you train better and increase your self-esteem. He needs our help to get back to his best.

New coach after me? The media should create atmosphere and interest in the club. We are focused on this season. If Roma does not recover, the club will not be able to contact top managers.

Roma is not a place for everyone. We need a coach who knows how to deal with that intensity and the expectations that surround this club.

Only work can solve problems. This team has quality and takes training seriously. It is normal for a great team to make mistakes early in the season, but the verdict must be given at the end.

Dibala? Of course, I count on him,” said the Italian specialist.

Milan will be Roma’s next opponent in the Italian Cup.