Gamberini Expecting Tough Game For Fiorentina Against Roma

Alessandro Gamberini has done well for Fiorentina at the back this season, and this weekend he will need to be on his toes against a list of dangerous attackers.

Roma go into their Serie A clash with Fiorentina at the Stadio Olimpico this Sunday confident that the worst is behind them. The Giallorossi had a torrid start to the season, picking up all three points in just two of their first 10 games in the league.

Things have recently turned around however, as a 1-0 win over Lazio in the Rome derby two weeks ago followed by a convincing 3-0 victory away to Lecce in the last game have dragged the capital club up to 14th place, three points clear of the relegation zone.

The Viola started the season well but have been shaky away from Florence. An impressive 4-2 win over Udinese last weekend has boosted their confidence and they will be looking to bounce back immediately and avoid a fifth away defeat of the season.

Commenting on the game, Gamberini said: “In the league we are playing our part. We know the qualities that Roma possess, and they have found players that have become more important for them than they were at the beginning of the season.”

Gamberini continued: “Away from home we have always played well and tried to get positive results, and it has only been because of bad luck that we weren't always able to do that. Roma are an excellent side, with great organisation. People have known this for years and they have players that can make the difference.”

Peter Pedroncelli