In a shocking turn of events, AS Roma’s coach Daniele De Rossi was dismissed from his position after the team failed to secure a victory in their first four Serie A matches this season. The decision to part ways with the club legend has left many players and fans in a state of disbelief and disappointment.
Former Torino manager Ivan Juric has been appointed as De Rossi’s successor. Speaking after Roma’s first win of the season—a convincing 3-0 victory over Udinese—Juric acknowledged the emotional toll the sacking has taken on the squad. “Upon becoming coach, I saw that some of the guys here were extremely disappointed about Daniele’s sacking,” Juric told Sky Sports. He emphasized the honesty of his players in expressing their feelings regarding the abrupt dismissal of a figure who had spent nearly two decades with the club as a player.
De Rossi’s tenure as a coach began with great promise but ultimately fell short, leading to frustrations both on and off the pitch. The decision to remove him sparked significant backlash, resulting in the resignation of Roma’s CEO, Lina Souloukou, amid fan protests and dissatisfaction.
Juric noted the players’ reaction to the change, saying, “They were very honest with me in telling me that they were very upset about him being fired. It’s something I really appreciated, because sometimes players hide such emotions.” He further praised the squad’s effort during training leading up to their match against Udinese, highlighting the positive response from the team in the face of adversity.
Following the victory, which marked a critical moment for Juric’s early reign, Roma now sits with six points after five matches. The team is set to face Athletic Bilbao in the Europa League on Thursday, followed by a Serie A clash against Venezia on Sunday. Juric plans to implement a strategy of squad rotation, taking advantage of the depth available to him in the coming weeks.
“As a coach, I need to manage the squad effectively,” Juric stated. “We’ve got a large squad which allows me to shake things up. In the next two weeks, we’ll see a lot of rotation.”
While Juric’s leadership is beginning to stabilize the team, the shadow of De Rossi’s legacy looms large. His impact on the club, both as a player and a coach, is immeasurable, and his departure marks the end of an era for AS Roma. As the team moves forward, fans and players alike will be watching closely to see if Juric can harness their disappointment and transform it into success on the pitch.
In light of this transition, the support of the fans will be crucial as Roma looks to regain their footing in the Serie A landscape, beginning with upcoming matches that will test Juric’s management and the resilience of the squad.
Upcoming Fixtures
- Roma vs. Athletic Bilbao (Europa League) – September 28, 2024
- Roma vs. Venezia (Serie A) – October 1, 2024
As the new season unfolds, all eyes will remain on AS Roma to see if they can emerge stronger from this turbulent period and honor De Rossi’s legacy through their performances.
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