Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini expressed great satisfaction after the match in which the team drew 3-3 against Napoli, in a match that determined the eighth matchday of Serie A. In his speech to DAZN's microphones, Gasperini underlined the combativeness and will not to give up demonstrated by the players, highlighting that, although Napoli were superior in the first half, Roma reacted strongly in the second.
According to the presenter, the team maintained its tactical structure and positions, managing to create quality scoring opportunities. He highlighted the contribution of players like Soulé, who played with great energy in both the first and second half, and praised the ability to bring on substitutes without compromising the pace of the game. “We had the feeling that we could win, the third goal could have destroyed us and instead we did well to come back,” he added.
Gasperini then compared the result with other recent draws, such as those against Inter and Como, highlighting that in all three matches Roma seemed very competitive. He underlined how the performance against Napoli, considered a high-level opponent, represents a "nice injection" for the team, strengthening the morale and confidence of the players.
The coach also spoke about the new arrivals, Balerdi and De Roon, describing them as two leaders who quickly integrated the team. “Balerdi knows football and has extraordinary energy: great reinforcement for us,” he said, highlighting the importance of having players capable of bringing competition and strength to the pitch.
Finally, Gasperini asked not to be the one to be "thrown out" of the match, referring to the tension that occurs at the end of the matches. With Roma approaching the halfway point of the championship, the coach remains optimistic about the team's future, confident that the performance against Napoli can serve as a positive starting point for the coming days.