Daniele De Rossi commented on the match between Genoa and Roma, played on the seventh day of Serie A, during a press conference held at the Olympic Stadium. The Genoa captain expressed satisfaction with the team's performance in the first 50 minutes, underlining that, despite Roma's value, the team maintained good control of the pitch and limited the opportunities for the opponent. However, he acknowledged that Roma had the chance to strike more in attack and that the match remained balanced, with Roma getting a goal thanks to a counterattack by Castro.
Regarding his position within the club, De Rossi stated that he is comfortable in the role of captain, refusing to be labeled "Captain Future". He explained that he accepts criticism as long as there is no disrespect and that he continues to work with the same determination as always. He also commented on his bond with the city of Genoa, recalling that he spent 25 years with the club and that he is still a fan, even when the team is not on the pitch. He expressed his desire to continue fighting for salvation, underlining that the return to the Olympic Stadium is always a special moment for him.
When talking about the team, De Rossi highlighted El Shaarawy's good form in his first games as a starter, but also asked not to overload him with minutes. He reiterated that Genoa has lost a few points and that it is necessary to accelerate to improve their position in the standings. He mentioned the significant absences, such as that of Baldanzi, who was excluded from training due to a muscle injury, and expressed hope that he will recover for the next match against Venezia. He explained that the choice not to include Traoré on the pitch was motivated by a tactical decision, as the match required more running and the player must return to full speed.
De Rossi also spoke about the young players in the youth sector, such as Robinho and Waife, highlighting their development and the need not to put too much pressure on them. He expressed confidence in their growth and said he will see them on the pitch in the next matches. Finally, he reiterated that, although the match against Venezia is important, it is not decisive for Genoa's salvation, but is part of the fight to avoid relegation. With these words, the captain closed the conference, suggesting that the club will continue to fight with determination in the coming weeks.