Genoa coach DanieleDeRossi addressed the media after the 1-0 victory against Venezia to explain the incident that occurred in the stands. In the press conference, DeRossi admitted that he had made a mistake in the confrontation with a rossoblù fan, apologizing and underlining that he should not have reacted.
According to the captain, the controversy erupted towards the end of the match when a single spectator started talking continuously. DeRossi said he reacted, calling the interaction "silly," but acknowledged he had made a mistake in not handling the situation calmly. “I made a mistake, I must not react and I apologize,” he said, adding that most of the fans present had shown great support and love for the team.
The coach also recalled the role of Colombo, who, according to him, was not involved in the discussion and had to be defended. “Let's support these guys,” he said, reiterating the need to protect his collaborators. DeRossi then praised Genoa's performance, calling it "heartfelt", and highlighted how the points earned ease both physical and mental pressure on the group.
Genoa, who are currently in the middle of the SerieA table, continued to show solid play. After the victory against Venezia, the team maintained its position, with a series of positive results that brought it to an average of points that allows it to aim for the middle of the table. DeRossi expressed confidence in the team, stating that the points obtained are a solid support for the season.
For the future, Genoa will have to face the next match against Milan, a crucial match to consolidate their position in the league table. DeRossi closed the conference by emphasizing the importance of maintaining focus and not being distracted by incidents off the field. The coach reiterated that the team is ready to continue fighting for points, with the hope of improving their position in the SerieA standings.