Midfielder DonyellMalen has declared that he wants to redeem himself after his sending off in Como and to focus on the Champions League match against Real Madrid. The press conference, held on 13 October at the "Fulvio Bernardini" Sports Center in Trigoria, was led by GianPieroGasperini and saw Malen calmly speaking about the challenges that await him.
Malen expressed frustration at the sending off in Como, but underlined that the team must look at itself and not at the distance with Real. “Right now we have to focus on ourselves, not on the distance with Real,” he said, adding that his frustration was not aimed at anyone and that the evening in front of the Spanish club will be important for everyone. He also highlighted the importance of the support of the Olympic public, especially in difficult moments of the match, and declared that the support always carries him.
As for tomorrow's match, Malen said it will be "special", recalling that the goal of reaching the Champions League had been achieved and that he will now enjoy the match against Real Madrid. He acknowledged the crucial role of the coach, teammates and coaching staff, as well as the support of the fans, in his process of settling into the team.
The player also answered questions about his relationship with the young talent Harry Bellingham, specifying that he has not had recent contact with him but that he knows his experience and his role within the group well. He then apologized for the sending off in Como, explaining that it had been frustrating to watch the match from the locker room and that he now intends to give his all in the Champions League.
The press conference concluded at 2pm, leaving fans with the expectation of an intense and determined performance from Roma against one of the most prestigious clubs in Europe. The Champions League match is scheduled for tomorrow, and the team is preparing to put aside the recent difficulties to focus on the match against Real Madrid.