Genoa achieved the result they were looking for in a decisive match against Venezia, with a victory that confirmed the solidity of the team in the recovery phase. Coach Daniele DeRossi praised the performance, calling it "heartfelt", and underlined the importance of this victory for the form of the opposing team and for the continuity of the project that Genoa is building.
In his speech to DAZN, DeRossi described the match as a "great, great suffering", but also recognized that the result was crucial for the team. He said he had prepared the match with the aim of taking advantage of the possibility of playing in the first half, but admitted that the team could have been more vertical and more incisive in the penalty area. “We had opportunities and we could direct the match,” he added, highlighting how the second half was more difficult, with Venezia trying to put Genoa under pressure. However, according to DeRossi, the team's "big heart" allowed them to resist and bring home the three points.
The coach also spoke about the performances of the individual players. He expressed satisfaction with Colombo's performance, despite his limited availability, and praised Amorim's insertion ability and Messias' physicality. He also highlighted the importance of the midfield, citing the growth of players such as Traorè and Baldanzi, and expressed optimism for Baldanzi's imminent return to the pitch. “The midfield is proving to be the extra factor,” he said, highlighting the quality and ball management.
Regarding the management of the team, DeRossi reiterated the importance of "knowing how to win" matches and indicated that for the survival phase, victories against any opponent are fundamental. He expressed satisfaction with the performance against Fiorentina, where Genoa only scored two goals but showed danger in the first half. He underlined the need to raise the level when you are in the lead, to "score the goals that close the matches and that take away the energy of the opponents".
Finally, DeRossi thanked the medical staff for the work done on Colombo, who, despite the difficulties, was able to contribute with his "heart and sacrifice". The coach concluded with a message of confidence, stating that with the determination shown the team could already be "safe" by March, if it continues to work hard and take advantage of the opportunities offered by the championship.