Gasperini previews Roma-Inter showdown: “It’s going to be a great game.”

Gasperini previews Roma-Inter showdown: “It’s going to be a great game.” Roma faces Inter tomorrow in a match that promises to be a spectacle. The Olimpico will host the only two teams capable of winning four out of four at the start of the season. Gian Piero Gasperini gave some comments at a press conference on the eve of the match. Regarding the match against the Nerazzurri, the coach said: “We’re pleased to be heading into the match against Inter in this situation. It’s a highly anticipated match, even for the fans. I think Inter are the benchmark team for everyone; they’re doing extraordinary things. Inter are superior to all the Italian teams. We need to have the serenity to acknowledge that. To reach those levels, we need to look within ourselves; personally, I’m satisfied.” Regarding the feelings ahead of the match, the Giallorossi coach said: “There’s a lot of positive energy to harness. Clearly, there’s a game to play; if it goes badly, there’s the downside and the risk of depression. I think these are great games to play.” Gasperini then focused on his team’s victories in this early season and on the mental aspect of big matches: “These games prepare themselves mentally. The Italian league is balanced. Winning, even with difficulties like we did against Atalanta or Torino, is a credit to us. It would be so nice to win easily.” Regarding Lulli, the Grugliasco-born coach said: “If Lulli plays in the league, he can always do so. He needs a path, which he’s following, skipping some steps. I look at the present and I’m very happy with him.” Then the coach focused on his personal record against the Nerazzurri: “In recent years with Inter, I’ve often lost. The coaches have changed, but not the results. I think many teams have struggled with them.” Gasperini returned to the Giallorossi’s preseason: “We’ve prepared well, with some difficulties. The focus is different in the league, but this group has never lacked in this respect. Last year in Milan was the only demoralizing moment.” Regarding the players’ condition, the coach said: “We’re all available tomorrow; some have a few aches and pains, but these are normal scenarios. Today we’re finishing off, and with the match so close, even small things can be overcome. The break can help Pellegrini and other players. We’ll see if there are any friendlies.” The coach explained his reasoning for mid-match substitutions: “Usually, attackers are brought on, but changing defenders must be taken into consideration. Taking off an attacker isn’t always a sign to reduce the intensity.” Then, regarding Molina and Wesley, he said: “They can play on both flanks, with certain characteristics, but they can do it.” Regarding the controversy surrounding refereeing, the 1958-born player said: “Massa will be perfect tomorrow, so there won’t be any controversy.” Regarding the tactical lineup and the interpretation of the match, Gasperini said: “Regardless of the formation, we must approach things with the result in mind. It’s unpredictable what will happen tomorrow; we’ll need the right solutions throughout the 90 minutes. I don’t expect anything different tomorrow than what we’ve done so far. It will be a different match due to the background, but we’ll have to remember how we got there in certain conditions.” The Giallorossi coach concluded by commenting on his team’s ability to concede few goals and score many: “Our attack and defense have achieved good results. To be up there, you need to have the best defense and the best attack, or something like that.”