Roma secured a 2-0 victory in the Rome derby against Lazio, powered by a brace from Gianluca Mancini.
Following this win, the Giallorossi have temporarily climbed to fourth place in the standings after Juventus suffered a home defeat to Fiorentina (0-2).
After the derby, Gian Piero Gasperini spoke with DAZN, coincidentally intersecting with Allegri as he concluded his interview: “We still have 90 minutes to play in this remarkable league with so many teams closely matched. We’re pleased because Sunday is in our hands, not dependent on others. We have a week to accomplish a goal we’re eager to achieve.”
While celebrating the victory over Lazio, Gasperini emphasized the need for caution: “We were hoping for some misstep from others, but we stayed focused on our performance, which was challenging against a strong Lazio team. We took the lead with a set piece and improved in the second half. Great job, lads. It’s a tough match, but we mustn’t get complacent. Sunday is the final match of this remarkable run, and it would be a significant achievement for us.”
Gasperini lauded Gianluca Mancini for his derby performance: “Today he scored a brace in a derby that will be unforgettable in his career.”
The Giallorossi coach commended the unity of the team throughout the season: “This team has multiple leaders and a strong group. I’ve encountered few issues managing training and matches. We have faced some tough moments, with the 3-3 draw against Juventus being one, but it helped us gain confidence in our quality and goal-scoring ability. We’ve had contributions from various players and begun to win matches.”
Regarding Paulo Dybala’s future, Gasperini expressed confidence: “That’s a matter for next week. The ownership is solid, which simplifies things because immediate answers are available. The club and the player are committed, and I’d be happy for him and others. We’ve navigated the challenge of having several expiring contracts with players who have remained loyal to Roma, and that’s commendable. We won the derby, but our objective isn’t achieved yet, though my view of these players hasn’t changed.”