Ennio Morricone's son recalls his father's passion for AS Roma

Actor Claudio Amendola has discussed Roma's season and prospects in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport. Amendola expressed approval of the current squad but acknowledged it remains unfinished, noting that patience will be required under new head coach Gasperini. He suggested that if Lazio lose the Coppa Italia final, the derby with Roma will become their match of the year, as it always does, remarking: "The challenge with Roma for Lazials is a reason for life, but basically we should demolish them." On Ranieri's recent departure as Roma's previous manager, Amendola expressed disappointment with how the situation unfolded. He suggested something did not sit right with him about the circumstances, noting that an experienced figure like Ranieri would not typically make the statements attributed to him. He also commented on the organizational structure at Roma, indicating that the current setup may not align with Gasperini's typical requirements, comparing the position to how English football managers are typically supported. Looking ahead, Amendola identified two key priorities for Roma next season: improved results in head-to-head matchups, which he believes have cost the club points this season, and the addition of two attacking wingers to strengthen the squad's offensive capabilities.

José Mourinho, currently managing Benfica, gave an interview to SportWeek discussing his career highlights and successes. The former Roma manager spoke about the 2022 UEFA Europa Conference League final, in which Roma defeated Feyenoord 1–0 with a goal by Nicolò Zaniolo. Mourinho claimed he had predicted Zaniolo would score in that decisive match. The interview covered various chapters of Mourinho's managerial journey across different clubs. This reflects on his tenure at Roma, where he led the club to their first European trophy in over 60 years during the 2021–22 season.

Giuseppe Giannini, a Roma legend, has spoken about the upcoming Derby della Capitale scheduled for the following week. In an interview, Giannini refused to make a prediction on the match but stressed Roma's position in the title race. He stated: "The Roma has need of nine points, that's it. Take them all nine hoping that Juve makes a mistake." Giannini's comments reflect Roma's critical juncture in the Serie A season, with the club needing maximum points to stay in contention. His remarks underscore the importance of the derby and the broader championship battle, particularly in relation to Juventus. The legendary midfielder remains closely connected to the club and continues to attend matches at the Stadio Olimpico. Giannini also reflected on his enduring bond with Roma and the stadium. He described his long relationship with the club: "Today I still go to the stadium. I always like going there. And until Roma-Parma I always paid, then I discovered there's a special section for former players. As a child I went with my uncle, we left the car in a little field near Via dei Gladiatori. The Olimpico is home, you come to know even the blades of grass, but it's never the same as the previous time."