Roma's door closed desperately on Real Madrid, with a 4‑3 result that left the club and fans in a state of deep bitterness. Goalkeeper Pierluigi Gollini expressed his disappointment, saying that the result was "difficult to explain" and that the team missed a crucial moment, particularly in corner kicks. According to Gollini, despite the defeat, 90% of the performance was positive and Roma showed great physical and tactical strength for most of the match.
Coach Gian Piero Gasperini commented on the match with the same frustration, underlining that all the players must reflect on what they could have done better. He acknowledged that the team missed out on an evening that could have been memorable for the fans, but also highlighted the positive points and the importance of analyzing the outcome to improve. “It was a shame to throw away an evening like this, even if we have to take with us the good things we have done,” said Gasperini.
Gollini reiterated that he had "some interventions to do" but also declared that he felt very good on the pitch. He spoke of a great Roma, both physically and tactically, and expressed his willingness to continue working to demonstrate his qualities. “I will try every day to take advantage of every training session and every match to show my qualities,” he added, highlighting his determination to contribute to the team's success.
The goalkeeper also addressed the issue of fear of losing 3‑2, underlining that football is a game with multiple psychological aspects. He acknowledged that conceding a goal like this can generate negative thoughts, but reiterated that these moments are part of the nature of football and that the team must learn to manage them. Roma, despite having suffered a hard blow, remain hopeful of recovering their form and consolidating their position in the standings, with the promise to work on every detail to avoid similar defeats in the future.