Wesley was the standout player in Roma’s pivotal triumph over Como, securing three crucial points in the late matchday 15 clash.
The Brazilian full-back netted a goal in the 60th minute, earning him the MVP title.
This significant goal marked his third of the season, and he celebrated with a notable gesture: the iconic “Dybala mask,” paying tribute to his teammate Paulo Dybala, who was warming up nearby.
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Post-match, Wesley shared his joy and aspirations with Sky Sport. Discussing the win and Gasperini’s expectations, he stated, “This is precisely what the coach asks of us, and today we delivered on the field. Personally, I’m thrilled with the goal, but even more so with how the team performed.”
On scoring his third league goal, Wesley shared a lighthearted anecdote about his interaction with the management: “That’s true, I’m pleased with it. Massara joked with me about how many goals I had scored against Flamengo (four, ed.) and challenged me to double that. I’m here to contribute, and I aim to do just that.”
In an interview with DAZN, the full-back discussed his aspirations for the future and the exhilaration he felt scoring in front of the Curva Sud. Reflecting on the MVP award, Wesley mentioned, “I hope to earn more accolades and achieve more victories with Roma.”
The excitement of scoring in front of the most passionate section of the Olimpico stadium was not lost on him: “The win is what truly matters, but it’s an indescribable feeling, an incredible experience.”
Lastly, he shared his thoughts on the Intercontinental Cup Final between PSG and Flamengo: “I’ll definitely be watching, and I’ll be cheering for Flamengo. I know it’s going to be a challenging match, but I hope they come out on top.”