Roma hail De Rossi gesture Sunday 19 March, 2006
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Daniele De Rossi’s ‘confession’ has earned praise from the Roma Coach and his teammates, who also give an update on Francesco Totti’s recovery process.
“It was a wonderful gesture and represents what Daniele and the Roma players are like,” claimed director Rosella Sensi after the 2-1 win over Messina this evening.
De Rossi had knocked the ball into the net for the Giallorossi’s second goal, but confessed to the referee that he had done so with his hand and asked for the goal to be disallowed.
“These are the teachings that come from Luciano Spalletti and you saw that De Rossi did not hesitate to come forward and admit his mistake.”
Simone Perrotta had opened the scoring and also praised his teammate for his honesty in this situation.
“Daniele was absolutely right and we need to start from these gestures if we are to improve football,” said the midfielder.
“My job is to play in the centre, but I admit it is fun to push forward a little more in the new position Spalletti has prepared for me. Messina deserve compliments for their performance, as they put us under pressure and are probably too good a side to go down.”
Spalletti agreed that he has tried to instil a sporting character to the Giallorossi side this season.
“De Rossi took the right route and I am glad it was one of my players who made that step. It’s an important message for everyone involved in this sport. Nobody had noticed, not even the referee, so he could easily have gotten away with it, but Daniele didn’t even celebrate and knew immediately he wouldn’t let it stand.”
The only man who wasn’t ready to shake De Rossi’s hand was Messina Coach Bortolo Mutti.
“He should’ve been booked. It wouldn’t have changed anything, but it would’ve been a sign to us that we were on an even playing field. Let’s not forget our player, Ivica Iliev, was suspended earlier this season for simulation and nobody else has been held to such strict rules.”
Nonetheless, Mutti did admit that Roma deserved the 2-1 victory at the Stadio Olimpico this evening.
“Not much worked for us, as our opponents held possession well and we didn’t make the most of our chances because Gianluca Curci made some great saves. Our season will be decided over the next few weeks.”
Meanwhile, Spalletti revealed the state of captain Totti’s ankle, which underwent surgery a few weeks ago for a fracture.
“Italy boss Marcello Lippi should prepare his ticket, because Totti will be at the World Cup. I don’t know if he’ll be able to get off the crutches on Tuesday, but he was already putting his foot down today. His desire to recover at all costs is reassuring and all the Italians want him to make it.”
De Rossi was also stretchered off with a suspected sprained ankle this evening and is in hospital for tests on the injury. Spalletti explained: “The ankle has swollen up and is sore, so it has been put in a rigid bandage to keep it still.”
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well done daniele. it really takes alot of character to do what you did, although i kinda agree with ice though.
also great news to hear that francesco is ahead of schedule. i don't want him to rush it though.
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Daniele De Rossi’s ‘confession’ has earned praise from the Roma Coach and his teammates, who also give an update on Francesco Totti’s recovery process.
“It was a wonderful gesture and represents what Daniele and the Roma players are like,” claimed director Rosella Sensi after the 2-1 win over Messina this evening.
De Rossi had knocked the ball into the net for the Giallorossi’s second goal, but confessed to the referee that he had done so with his hand and asked for the goal to be disallowed.
“These are the teachings that come from Luciano Spalletti and you saw that De Rossi did not hesitate to come forward and admit his mistake.”
Simone Perrotta had opened the scoring and also praised his teammate for his honesty in this situation.
“Daniele was absolutely right and we need to start from these gestures if we are to improve football,” said the midfielder.
“My job is to play in the centre, but I admit it is fun to push forward a little more in the new position Spalletti has prepared for me. Messina deserve compliments for their performance, as they put us under pressure and are probably too good a side to go down.”
Spalletti agreed that he has tried to instil a sporting character to the Giallorossi side this season.
“De Rossi took the right route and I am glad it was one of my players who made that step. It’s an important message for everyone involved in this sport. Nobody had noticed, not even the referee, so he could easily have gotten away with it, but Daniele didn’t even celebrate and knew immediately he wouldn’t let it stand.”
The only man who wasn’t ready to shake De Rossi’s hand was Messina Coach Bortolo Mutti.
“He should’ve been booked. It wouldn’t have changed anything, but it would’ve been a sign to us that we were on an even playing field. Let’s not forget our player, Ivica Iliev, was suspended earlier this season for simulation and nobody else has been held to such strict rules.”
Nonetheless, Mutti did admit that Roma deserved the 2-1 victory at the Stadio Olimpico this evening.
“Not much worked for us, as our opponents held possession well and we didn’t make the most of our chances because Gianluca Curci made some great saves. Our season will be decided over the next few weeks.”
Meanwhile, Spalletti revealed the state of captain Totti’s ankle, which underwent surgery a few weeks ago for a fracture.
“Italy boss Marcello Lippi should prepare his ticket, because Totti will be at the World Cup. I don’t know if he’ll be able to get off the crutches on Tuesday, but he was already putting his foot down today. His desire to recover at all costs is reassuring and all the Italians want him to make it.”
De Rossi was also stretchered off with a suspected sprained ankle this evening and is in hospital for tests on the injury. Spalletti explained: “The ankle has swollen up and is sore, so it has been put in a rigid bandage to keep it still.”
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well done daniele. it really takes alot of character to do what you did, although i kinda agree with ice though.
also great news to hear that francesco is ahead of schedule. i don't want him to rush it though.
