GIALLOROSSI YORKSHIRE BLOG
Roma were extremely unlucky not to pick up any points against Inter upon Luciano Spalletti's return to the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday evening. In a game where they were on top for long periods, the team will be devastated to have thrown it away. There are positives and negatives to take from the game - this is what became clear over the 90 minutes.
+ Nainggolan Fuels Energy Into Performance Radja Nainggolan wasn't quite at the races against Atalanta on the opening weekend but his performance against Inter was a big improvement. Angry at his shocking omission from the Belgium squad, and claiming pre-match that he is now giving "everything" for Roma, he turned his frustration into a great performance. Nainggolan made five recoveries, created two chances and also had a couple of very good efforts on goal from outside the box, as we became accustomed to seeing last season. His assist for Dzeko's goal was sublime. And he still has more to give. + Perotti Shines Despite Criticism Diego Perotti has been the subject of undue criticism from some Roma fans recently. However, he was a level above against Inter. The best Roma player on the night, Perotti caused several problems for Inter right back Danilo D'Ambrosio with his pacy runs forward. For those who have called into question his ability to shoot, his effort which struck the crossbar in the second half will be something to think about. Perotti had an excellent game. + Defrel Puts In A Shift Like Nainggolan, Defrel's season didn't get off to the finest start last weekend, but he showed signs of improvement last night. Of course, he's no Mohamed Salah, but he gave glimpses of some pace during his 63 minute spell. He also worked hard defensively, helping out Juan Jesus who was deployed as a makeshift right back. Inter did not score until he left the pitch, perhaps a reflection of his work rate. - Poor Marking Costs Roma There's no doubt about it, Mauro Icardi is one of the best strikers in Serie A - arguably the best. So, you cannot afford to give him even a yard of space, or you will be punished. That's exactly what Roma's defence did twice, as Federico Fazio was not tight enough to his fellow Argentine for Inter's first goal. Icardi's second was similar, as no defender was close enough to him to prevent him from having a shot. And against a lethal striker, that is far too dangerous. - Strange Decisions From EDF Eusebio Di Francesco made a couple of interesting decisions over the course of the game. Tactically, for the most part, Roma did well, but it was the coach's choice of personnel that was questionable. As Roma were chasing the game late on, he took off Perotti and replaced him with Marco Tumminello. Whilst the coach is renowned for his use of youth players, it wasn't the right time for Tumminello to come on. Perotti had just won a free kick which he looked interested in taking - from an angle that favoured a right-footer - but was taken off then. Left-footed Kolarov had to take the free kick and nothing came from it. Roma had sacrificed their danger man and wasted a chance. There was to be no way back into the game. - The Squad Still Needs Additions We are approaching the end of the transfer market and it has been over a month since Roma last added to the squad. However, there are still gaps in the team, as we found out yesterday. Hints were given that a new centre back is needed, and other areas were called into question. There are rumours that Patrik Schick is about to sign as another forward, but he may not be the last addition of the summer should he arrive. Monchi will be a very busy man over the next few days.
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Founder and editor of Giallorossi Yorkshire, who is also a columnist for Roma's official website about the women's team. Categories
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