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Categoria: As Roma Corner

Rubrica in inglese gestita dagli amici del Roma Club Dublino

0 Roma 2-1 Empoli “St. Claudio”

12 marzo 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Eusebio and Monchi have paid their dues. Fine. But the responsibility lies with those who chose them, like for their predecessors. Seven coaches offloaded in 8 years. That’s a record. The first was Luis Enrique, dreaming about a Barca style tiki-taka football, then Zdenek Zeman recalled by Walter Sabatini to bring back “Zemanlandia”, a unique approach of fast paced attacking football, only to get players rebelling against his stringent team rules and hard training sessions.

Then, the unknown Andreazzoli leading Roma towards one of the most shameful events in derby history, with the Italian Cup final lost to a weak Lazio tram. Two and a half years for Rudi Garcia, the illusion of the turning point with the famous church back in the centre of the village, then the slow decline with bad results and with another finished love.

Then it was Luciano Spalletti’s turn, brough back to the Capital to handle the mess, and to sort out the Totti affair, and the arrival of Monchi, among stories of sweeping changes, supermarket deals and Circus Maximus scudetto party. A nervous wreck time among the sale of Rudiger, Salah and Alisson, and the whistles for Totti’s farewell. Eusebio Di Francesco is no difference from his predecessors in that sense, justa another victim of a faulty system behind. Neither more nor less.

Claudio Ranieri is the latest to come to the rescue of another system failure. Rome called his son and he answered. Claudio deserves a round of applause for his honesty and sincerity, he really loves these colours. Yet, he’s not the saviour, he will do his best to save the boat from sinking and if he does he really deserves a statue. But he needs time, and there is none. Champions League football is paramount, but it’s up to the players now. One positive thing. With Monchi out, Francesco Totti seems now more central to Roma football decision-making. It was time!

0 Porto 3-1 Roma “Out”

8 marzo 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Rome are out. Eusebio Di Francesco is out. Monchi is next. What was in the air for weeks or maybe months. There is little to say, indeed a lot. But dwelling too much on what could be and has not been now no longer makes sense.

We have always had confidence, from the choices of the technician to the transfer campaign made during the summer for what concerned the operation Nainggolan and Strootman, with the disappointment of the timing for the latter. Looking back, maybe Kevin had to be kept.

But the key is the signing of Pastore. A player who evidently did not serve the purpose. And I also put Nzonzi, I did not expect to be so slow and useless to the cause. Now it’s gone. We need to start over again, with whom and with what objectives we do not know. We’ll see.

Meanwhile the aftermath after Porto continue. Let’s leave the VAR out. Of course, the decisions of the referee are debatable, but then if I have to judge the team performance then it’s not good enough. A normal Roma team was enough to beat this Porto, this is the big regret.

Unfortunately the team did not play for 90 minutes. The awakening in extra time was what could change everything. But in throwing the ball in there was no way. If we had moved to the quarterfinals we would have only lengthened the agony, today Roma is this, and the fourth place must now be reached by any means. So, I say welcome home to King Claudio. I do not know if it will be enough but now it is only necessary to have faith. A miracle is needed.

0 Lazio 3-0 Roma “Massacre”

4 marzo 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

A bewildering performance. Lazio deserved to win the derby. With the minimum effort. Easy when you do not have an opposition to play against. Roma did not enter the field. Did not play, simple as that. Disappointment and anger. A derby game to forget immediately.

As if the 7-1 shambles vs. Fiorentina was not enough. This is what has been going on since the beginning of the season last summer. Ups and down, highs and lows. We had far too many glimpses of this shambolic performances. Lately, the games against Bologna and Frosinone where we luckily got the 3 points, yet showed clear signs of playing crisis. Slow movements, sluggish, no stamina, no will, no team play. No game plan. And so, Lazio had it easy, exploiting all these weaknesses on the pitch.

The situation is not rosey now. At all. The golden chance of getting rid of Lazio, catching Milan and Inter, all vanished. 4th place is still all to play for but we doubt everything, given current form. All clearly guilty. Coach, players, club. Each one for his responsibilities. We all noticed this situation long ago, lots of clues but no changes. No signings in January, but Luca Pellegrini sent to Cagliari for free instead. Crazy. And then lots of mysterious injuries, lots tactical misunderstandings.

And now, here we are, at the last round. All of thv sudden, Porto becomes crucial, deciding the fate of Eusebio Di Francesco but mainly what will happen at Roma. If fail to progress to the quarter finals, Roma risk to collapse to the ground. it will be the end. For Monchi, for Di Francesco and possibly for some in the board room. Several players will have to go. It will be a revolution. Another one. Simple as that. Sad but true.

We will be at the Dragao Stadium in Porto on Wednesday. Hope for the right reasons. We don’t want to be witness of any final act. We want Roma to react, to give 200%, to fight til the end. To show they have balls and they are ready to defend the jersey and the colours. That’s what matters for the fans. If you show you’re giving your best the fans will always forgive you any bad result. So, despite everything, c’mon and Forza Roma! As always!

0 Frosinone 2-3 Roma “With the balls”

24 febbraio 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

One of those victories rarely seen at Roma. These games belong more to English football, the homeland of never giving up anything until the last second. In Italy only one team can do this by tradition, Juventus. Victories made of cynicism and a fortune that must always be sought. Dzeko brings us the three points when there were about 30 seconds left until the end of injury time! A crazy match made by many mistakes and twists.

On the first goal Olsen makes an clumsy intervention thanks to the awkward backward passage of Nzonzi, who does not understand De Rossi intent on bringing the ball forward and not backwards. Olsen himself will eventually become the savior, foiling several goal opportunities from Frosinone. Proof that any team is able to get Roma in trouble simply by putting pressure in midfield. We are on the same lines of the match with Bologna. Not encouraging in this sense.

In the end, after having overturned the result in our favor in the space of one minute, thanks to Dzeko and Pellegrini, here comes Fazio for the injured Manolas. Boom. The defense becomes very vulnerable. Too many times Frosinone gets close to scoring, until they really do. When it seems a draw is looming, here is Captain De Rossi to invent a pass for El Sharaawy who puts in a ball that Edin pushes in with the lower abdomen. Liberation. Euphoria. But as against Bologna, we do not take the performance but only the 3 points! Now we have to deal with the injury of Manolas, who will miss the derby and Porto almost certainly. The defense without him is very dodgy. We are worried, but hold the positive spirit high. Forza Roma!

0 Roma 2-1 Bologna “Olsen The Saviour”

20 febbraio 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

If it wasn’t for our keeper we would be probably be here talking about another lost opportunity. It’s not for the first time. Roma keeps losing concentration against lower level teams. It’s been going on for the whole season. We had already lost the first leg away, to see the replay of that game was not an option.

Yet again, it took a similar direction until Roma found the way to win the match, and mostly thanks to our keeper Robin Olsen who saved us from another catastrophe. If there is one team to have regrets today, this is Bologna.

A very bad first half, Bologna literally attacking all over the place, Roma unable to react and impose its own game play. Defense in tatters, incredible mistakes at the back, especially by Fazio, who then redeemed himself by scoring the second goal. Olsen did not enjoy himself.

The real change in second half was made by the 35-years old substitute Daniele De Rossi. His presence was immediately felt and the team changed gear and attitude. Kolarov’s penalty and Fazio’s goal later was the game changer, although Bologna came back later, never doomed. But it was too late.

In the end, we don’t take the performance but yes we do take the three points to carry on the chase on Milan, hoping there would be no more displays like this. Le’ts move on. Frosinone next, then the Derby and Porto. Crucial days ahead. Daje Roma!

0 Rom 2-1 Porto “Zaniolo show”

13 febbraio 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Unlucky. To say the least. A shot blunder that becomes a clumsy assist but perfect for the Portuguese striker who then does not miss. 2-1. The goal that enshrines a result that is not satisfying from Roma’s point of view, for what has been seen on the pitch. And what makes Porto happy is that it has seen a more than decent result in view of the return to Portugal.

Roma had a decent start, maybe a little contracted in the first half, but then Dzeko’s chance over the post warmed the spirits. Porto showed great possession, everyone can be found in the right place, play on the right pace, to scan an almost memorized game. Roma has struggled to break these patterns, but has’ defended well anticipating the opponents, thanks to a great Manolas, succeeding then pierced the Portuguese with counter breaks, led by a great Cristante in the middle, refined by an inspired Dzeko , then finalized by a stratospheric Zaniolo. Double brace for him. Excellent Kolarov on the wing and Pellegrini to support the punters

Rome has tried in every way but has not managed to bring home the hoped result. From a possible 3-0 to Lopez’s goal, not expected at the Roma camp. But this is football. Waiting for the return match, the fairy tale remains Zaniolo, now a star courted by several big teams. Needless to hide, this guy is of another level, a cross between Totti and Iniesta, strong on the legs, power and inspiration. Head on shoulders and so humble. He has everything to become a great, great player. If serious, Roma is to invest and build the team around him, present and future. Give him the number 10 of Totti. And immediately the new contract. Only way not to lose it. Francesco will agree, you will see. And so he would say, sell anyone but not Zaniolo.

0 Chievo 0-3 Roma “Ordinary”

10 febbraio 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Back to the ordinary. Rome easily put three past Chievo to keep up the chase to 4th place. EDF changed to 4-3-3, with El-Sha and Schick on the wings, and Edin Dzeko in the centre. Although Chievo did have some great chances to score, there was no doubt this time Roma would not make the same mistakes to secure the vital three points.

Without Out De Rossi, Olsen, Florenzi, Pellegrini, Cengiz and `Manolas, we saw nevertheless a well-equipped team, showing the right approach and attitude from the very beginning. And good play. Ended up creating lots of chances with twice hitting the woodwork. Three points well-deserved.

Edin Dzeko was just superlative, coming back to our halfway line to get the ball to setup new play. Of course, Edin also scored a magnificent goal to seal a two nil advantage, following El Sharaawy first goal, only after three minutes of play. Another great performance by the Pharaoh, a key-player people tend to underestimate. Rick Karsdorp was also impressive on the wing, pushing like a steam train, this time also attentive in defense.

Nicolò Zaniolo showed the usual class with some classy gems, though the lad needs to be careful with fouls, picking up another dangerous yellow card. Bryan Cristante & Steven Nzonzi were gigantic in the middle picking up opposition players with some good tackles. Schick put a lot of effort and commitment but still we expect more from him. Pity he got injured again. Last but not least, 36 years-old Antonio Mirante in goal was excellent, making some really good saves. Well done. It’s very likely he will be defending our goal again on Tuesday, since Olsen has not recovered.

Overall, a good warm up before the Champions League tie on Tuesday. A much bigger test against FC Porto awaits Roma. We must be humble enough to face this strong side with respect, yes, but also with the necessary stamina and determination that is vital to succeed in this competition. The season starts now! Daje Roma!

0 Roma 1-1 Milan “Donna-Rumba”

4 febbraio 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Regrets for so many chances and no three points in the bag, sure. Equally, on-form Milan can claim a penalty not given and a red card for a Roma player, also not given. The referee didn’t do a great job.

Donnarumma was man of the match, stopping the unstoppable. Roma did well enough to reedeem the shables in Florence, showing character and looking to win the tie. The Rossoneri looked good at containing Roma’s efforts, as well as capitalising the usual hiccups a the back for the Giallorossi.

Piatek’s goal was exceptionally cynical but thanks to Pellegrini and Fazio mis-judgements. Zaniolo was outstanding as usual, quick to equalise, though he decided to curb his enthusiasm fearing a second yellow card. Then Roma were just unlucky with several goal attempts, including Pellegrini’s incredible header to the post.

Positives: Zaniolo, Schick, Karsdorp. Daniele De Rossi’ return was the main difference. Simply outstanding, a real maestro, able to guide the midfield with his leadership and confidence. At the end of the day, nothing really changed; Roma are still a point behind Milan for fourth place. Meanwhile, Inter keeps losing ground, there is the chance to catch up.

Tonight Lazio play Frosinone, the regional Derby. Roma have Chievo next on Friday, Inter play on-form Parma, Milan play Cagliari. Di Francesco must hope to keep up the pressure. Forza Roma!

1 Fiorentina 7-1 Roma “Apocalypse Now”

31 gennaio 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

Eusebio Di Francesco had said that he cared for the Italian Cup. For years, the only competition that Roma could really try to win continued to be snubbed. In the last few years we had seen only shambolic showdowns, between Spezia, Torino and Fiorentina. When we thought that this was the right time here is yet another shambles. Again Fiorentina in the middle. But this time the result is even heavier. In the year where Juventus exit with Atalanta, Milan beats Napoli with only Lazio and Inter in the running, Roma manages to do even worse. A disaster that enshrines another negative record, yet another 7-1 that goes to accompany those horrific nights in the Champions League in Manchester and with Bayern, without forgetting the 6-1 in Barcelona.

But did Roma really cared about the Coppa Italia? That did not seem right, given the initial formation fielded by EDF. The ever anonymous Schick and long-disappeared Pastore in place of the revived Dzeko and the flamboyant Pellegrini – Not really a good sign, This was not the best possible team, and it was seen. Schick non-existent, Pastore looked like a ghost. A disaster.

But above all a truly awful defense, the performance of Fazio, Manolas, Florenzi and Kolarov were among the worst ever seen. Among them, those same players who also allow certain scenes with the fans, in the face of the sense of belonging so much waved the arrival of the technician two years ago. With the club that is silent and does not take action against certain positions and certain statements.

The shirt and the fans must be respected, if it is not insults, clearly. Totti should be more ‘present in these situations, hoping they did not put the gag on him. The feeling is that many players feel here transiting, ready for the next contract elsewhere. We need more rigor, discipline and respect for the Club where they play, even if they aim to play one day at Barcelona. Think about it but do not say it, the fans will not forget these things,

Now with Milan it becomes a crossroads for everyone. And I’m not surprised if they will play a great game. And if so, we will be here again to comment the uncommentable. Always Forza Roma.

0 Atalanta 3-3 Roma “Incurable”

28 gennaio 2019
Stefano Sale
· As Roma Corner

0-3-3-3. Is this the new football manager formation? Nope. But it could have gone worse. Castagna’s goal at min 44 signalled what was coming next. The incurable disease. Roma went to dressing rooms and never came back, even when Duvan Zapata missed the penalty we all knew it was coming anyway. It took only 40 seconds for Zapata to reedeem himself, eventually scoring the equaliser.

Roma have become experts in squandering comfortable advantages. First half looked a great team, cynical and overly superior, but then lose control completely when simply conceding a goal and keeps lacking the same attitude, head and legs. The question is whether this is due fitness or just mental concentration. Or both.

Di Francesco has risen from the ashes in the New Year. Roma have comeback playing and winning. But he’s been unable to fix this issue so far. It’s chronic, persistent and frustrating for the fans. We cannot believe Roma are unable to keep a 3 nil advantage at nearly half-time in total control of the game up to that point. We cannot believe the same team did not catch or pass a single ball in the second half. We cannot believe this incredible transformations happen on a regular basis.

Di Francesco has his own responsibilities here. His job is to make sure no-one sits back and relax. No one enter the field with the wrong attitude. It’s all about team performance. Yet, we can spare three players from yesterday shambles. Edin Dzeko, finally back with goals. El Sharaawy again on the scoresheet, looking focused and sharp. Finally, Zaniolo, simply outstanding once again with his pace and classy passes. He seems to come from another planet. We fear big club offers on the horizon.

Overall. Not an easy one to digest but not a tragedy either, snicked a point over Lazio and Inter, who have far more serious problems on and off the pitch. No time to think. Fiorentina away on Wednesday, Coppa Italia tie, quarter final. Too important, we must win to get to the semis with the clear objective to lift the trophy. The players must know that. Daje. Head up! Forza Roma !!

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