"I’m Staying Positive": Ranieri Reflects on Unsuccessful Return to Roma
Claudio Ranieri’s first match back as Roma’s head coach ended in disappointment as the Giallorossi fell 0-1 to Napoli.
Despite the result, the veteran manager emphasized his optimism and readiness to work hard to achieve the club’s goals.
Quote: "Looking back, it’s clear we have some issues—this is why I was called in. We played against a team competing for the Scudetto.
That said, I’m pleased with the performance of my players. We made a few mistakes, which we’ll address during the week, but the hunger and determination to get back on track were evident. There’s a lot of work ahead, but I’m staying positive.
Dybala? I took a risk with him in the final minutes because he’s capable of pulling something magical out of his hat. He hasn’t felt any pain since yesterday, so I told him, ‘Go ahead, give it a shot.’ I think he should be fine during the week, and we’ll see if he can play against Tottenham in London,"* Ranieri told Sky Sport Italia.
Reminder: After 13 Serie A rounds, Roma sits 12th in the standings. The club has already gone through three head coaches this season.
Liam Carter
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