Fiorentina are set to clash with Roma in a highly anticipated match. Coach Stefano Pioli anticipates a tough and closely contested game, emphasizing the importance of focus and minimizing errors against a strong Roma side. Pioli acknowledges Roma's impressive defensive record and warns his players that every ball will be crucial.
Pioli's Pre-Match Comments
Speaking to Dazn before the match, Pioli highlighted Roma's strengths: "I expect a difficult, hard-fought match against a team that's doing very well and has the best defense in the league. We need to stay in the game, ball by ball. Our opponents are ready to punish you at the first mistake, but they can also make mistakes. Every ball could be the decisive one."
Fiorentina's Ambitions
Pioli also discussed Fiorentina's ambitions for the season. "We are Fiorentina, we haven't won for a long time and we haven't been in Europe or the Champions League for a long time. We try to do our best and raise the level. It's not an easy path and it shouldn't be fast, but the ambition must be there. We have ambitions, we wanted them and we must know how to manage them. We need to do better in the league, hopefully starting today."
The Desire for a Win
When asked about the team's desire to secure their first three points in front of their home fans, Pioli responded: "The desire is at its maximum. On the desire and determination, on the team's attention to try to win the first game in the league, it is certainly so. But the match is complicated, difficult, and must be experienced with great attention and quality. We have scored few goals but we have had many opportunities to create something dangerous, making mistakes in the pass or the choice."
This match promises to be a tactical battle with both teams looking to secure a vital victory. Fans should expect a high-intensity encounter with every moment carrying significant weight.