Friedkin calls Gasperini to praise Roma after securing Champions League return

The Roma Club Centenario, a new supporters' initiative dedicated to the club's fanbase, was officially founded on 15 October. The launch event drew several figures from Roma's history, including former players Sebino Nela and Ubaldo Righetti, alongside Antonio Tempestilli, Dodò (a former Brazilian left-back), and Marco Di Stefano. The new club represents an effort to unite giallorossi supporters around the shared passion for the capital's team. The initiative aims to continue the tradition binding generations of Roma fans through the club's history, sense of belonging, and the colours of the club based at Trigoria.

Gasperini's summer calls for squad reinforcement are being validated by the performance of the players he requested. All the recruits the coach asked for in the current window are performing well, strengthening the case that deeper investment in the squad is necessary. The hope is that Gasperini's pitch has resonated with the Friedkin Group ownership and will lead to further backing for additions to the playing staff.

José Mourinho returned to the Stadio Olimpico as an opponent for the first time since his spell managing Roma, in the Roma–Real Madrid match. The Roma fans welcomed him with banners and chants, which Mourinho acknowledged with gestures towards the Curva, making the evening emotionally charged for all involved. After the match, Mourinho posted a message on Instagram directed at the Roma supporters, reflecting on the experience. He wrote: "When the most beautiful moments of a long career are not goals or victories, but rather emotions for which I can only humbly express my gratitude. Thank you Roma, thank you Romanisti. Emotions and eternal gratitude to you."