Gasperini: roma's pitch difficult, but doing well

Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini lamented his team's inability to seal the win in their 1-1 draw against Bologna, citing the intense atmosphere and the visitors' strength.

Roma's young team struggles

Gasperini acknowledged that Roma's youthful squad, currently facing some physical and technical challenges, was outmatched by Bologna in certain aspects of the game.

He praised winger Federico Bernardeschi, stating that while he didn't surprise him with his performance, Bologna's other strong players made it a tough contest for Roma.

Expectations for upcoming match

Gasperini expressed confidence that Roma will fare better at the Stadio Olimpico, where they'll face Bologna again in the next Serie A round. He believes the home conditions will play to Roma's advantage.

The coach also provided an update on injured players, revealing that midfielder Stephen El Shaarawy is likely to return after the next break, while striker Kévin Soné is still recovering from an extended absence.

Despite the draw, Gasperini remains optimistic about Roma's prospects, highlighting the team's resilience and ability to create chances throughout the match.