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Roma Manager Gasperini Demands 'Variety' from Strikers After Narrow Win
30 Aug
Summary
- Gasperini praises Roma's defensive solidity in 1-0 win over Pisa
- Substitute Dybala brings extra quality, still not 100% fit
- Gasperini wants Roma strikers to be versatile, not limited to comfort zones
On August 30, 2025, Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini praised his team's defensive solidity and called for 'variety' from his strikers after their narrow 1-0 victory over Pisa. This was Roma's second 1-0 win to start the season, following their opening-day triumph over Bologna.
Gasperini acknowledged that Pisa were well-organized and physical, posing a threat from set-pieces, but Roma slowly gained control and excelled in the second half. Matias Soulé scored the decisive goal, with the move created by substitute Paulo Dybala, who brought extra quality to the side despite still not being 100% fit after recent surgery.
The Roma manager was particularly impressed with Manu Koné's versatility, as the midfielder played in a wider, more attacking role than usual. Gasperini emphasized that he wants his forwards to be adaptable, not limited to their comfort zones, and praised Dybala's ability to play in various attacking positions.
Despite the narrow margin of victory, Gasperini believes Roma could have scored more goals and was pleased with the team's overall performance. He is encouraged by the squad's professionalism, focus, and determination, which have allowed them to adapt quickly to his new tactical approach and maintain a perfect start to the campaign.
