After Roma’s defeat against Atalanta (0:2) in the 14th round of Serie A, coach Claudio Ranieri commented on the match, evaluating the team’s performance and the conditions of some players.
On the team’s readiness to fight
“I am confident that we are ready to compete. These three difficult matches have given us an idea of what we are capable of. I complimented the team for their efforts, but more challenging tests await us. It is crucial to maintain focus, as every opponent will try to create problems. Look at Lecce: they play until the last second.”
On substitutions and tactics
“I had to make some changes because some players did not meet my expectations on the pitch. For example, we lacked a combative midfielder due to Pisilli’s injury. Today, the main thing is that the fans supported us until the end . We created some chances, but it wasn’t enough.”
Why didn’t Le Fe play?
“Le Fe is a player with excellent technique, but in matches like this you need players who can deal with tough physicality. I chose others, considering the physical characteristics of the opponent.”
On Dovbyk’s performance and adaptation
“Dovbyk, when he trains, is already something. He must understand Italian football; he is too restrained. Today he fought as if he were in Greco-Roman, it wasn’t easy.”
On the injuries of Hummels and Cristante
“Hummels suffered a blow to the back, causing a muscle strain. Cristante suffered a sprained ankle, which was severely twisted. We hope both can return to action quickly.”
Emotions after the moment with Bove
“This has had a big impact on the whole team. Bove grew up here, and the guys feel he is an important part of this club,” Ranieri was quoted as saying by TMW.
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