Match Report·7 January 2026·108d ago

Roma Win at Lecce, but Gasperini Remains Unsatisfied

Source: GialloRossi.net

Roma secured a 2-0 away victory at Lecce, with goals from Ferguson and Dovbyk, despite operating under severe squad constraints. The club was without its entire first-choice defensive line, plus Pellegrini, Baldanzi, Bailey, and Rensch, who withdrew due to illness shortly before kickoff. Soulé appeared only briefly. The young central defensive pairing of Ziolkowski and Ghilardi performed solidly without major issues, while Celik proved instrumental in defence. Lecce offered little threat, with goalkeeper Svilar having a relatively quiet evening. Pierotti's missed penalty in open play was the only significant scare for Roma.

The victory provided crucial relief for Roma, arriving after four defeats in their previous six Serie A matches. The performance was pragmatic rather than spectacular—Roma controlled the match effectively and converted opportunities when needed. Despite the three points, head coach Gasperini appeared visibly tense and unsatisfied, notably declining to speak to media after the match. This silence underscored ongoing frustrations regarding promised January reinforcements that have yet to materialize. Roma conclude the opening half of the season in fourth place and remain in Champions League contention, though Gasperini's evident concern suggests worry about competing with rivals like Juventus without the anticipated squad additions.

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La Roma espugna il Via del Mare con un 2-0 che non scalda i cuori ma raddrizza la schiena. Ed è esattamente quello che serviva. In una serata che definire complicata è poco, i giallorossi portano a casa una vittoria pesante, quasi terapeutica, in uno dei momenti più delicati della stagione. L’elenco delle assenze faceva paura: fuori l’intera difesa titolare, Pellegrini, Baldanzi e Bailey ai box, Soulé solo per uno spezzone finale e Rensch costretto ad alzare bandiera bianca poco prima del via per l’influenza. Un’emergenza vera, non una parola messa lì per riempire il prepartita. Eppure la Roma si compatta, stringe i denti e gioca una partita tosta, concreta, senza fronzoli. LEGGI ANCHE – Bailey-Roma ai titoli di coda: si lavora con l’Aston Villa per interrompere il prestito Il Lecce, va detto senza troppi giri di parole, è apparso modesto. Ordinato, volenteroso, ma mai realmente pericoloso. L’unico vero brivido arriva a metà ripresa, quando Pierotti si divora un rigore in movimento che poteva rimettere tutto in discussione. Per il resto, Svilar ha vissuto una serata tutto sommato tranquilla. E quando il portiere non deve fare miracoli in trasferta, vuol dire che qualcosa dietro ha funzionato. E dietro tutto ha funzionato, eccome. La giovane coppia centrale formata da Ziolkowski e Ghilardi regge l’urto senza sbandare, mentre Celik si conferma jolly prezioso, attentissimo, sempre sul pezzo. In emergenza totale, Gasperini trova risposte dove forse non se le aspettava. Davanti bastano un gol per tempo. Segnano Ferguson e Dovbyk, guarda caso i due più chiacchierati, discussi, messi in dubbio nelle ultime settimane. Il primo colpisce alla prima vera occasione, il secondo (poi uscito per l’ennesimo infortunio) timbra nel momento più delicato del match. Non sarà stata una prova scintillante sul piano tecnico, ma la Roma fa quello che deve fare: colpisce quando serve e porta la partita dove vuole. I tre punti di Lecce sono un autentico toccasana. La Roma arrivava a questa sfida con quattro sconfitte nelle ultime sei partite di campionato, il fiato corto e tante nubi all’orizzonte. Vincere così, senza entusiasmare ma senza mai perdere il controllo, è un segnale di solidità mentale prima ancora che tattica. Eppure, nonostante il successo, il volto di questa serata resta anche quello di Gasperini. Un volto teso, insoddisfatto, tutt’altro che rasserenato. Il tecnico sorprende tutti decidendo di non parlare nel post partita. Nessuna dichiarazione, nessuna analisi a caldo. Un silenzio che fa parecchio rumore e che racconta più di mille parole il suo stato d’animo. I rinforzi promessi a inizio mese sono ancora lontani, il mercato non decolla, e la vittoria non basta a coprire crepe e malumori. La Roma chiude il girone d’andata al quarto posto, pienamente in corsa per la Champions. Un risultato importante, forse superiore alle aspettative di inizio stagione. Ma Gasperini lo sa meglio di chiunque altro: senza quei rinforzi attesi, la battaglia con le concorrenti – Juventus in primis – rischia di diventare impari alla lunga. Intanto, però, la classifica sorride. E in tempi duri, anche una vittoria sporca può valere oro. Ora la palla passa alla società. Il campo ha fatto la sua parte. Il resto non può più aspettare. Giallorossi.net – Andrea Fiorini Vuoi essere sempre aggiornato sulle ultime notizie della Roma sul tuo cellulare? Iscriviti subito al canale Whatsapp di Giallorossi.net! LEGGI ANCHE – Massara: “Su Raspadori discussioni in corso con sviluppi a breve. Zirkzee? L’esonero di Amorim può cambiare qualcosa”

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