De Rossi comments on balanced match after Roma's goal by Castro

Daniele De Rossi, head coach of Genoa, reflected on his team’s performance against Roma after their recent match. The encounter, held on October 18, was described as balanced until a pivotal goal by Roma's Castro at the 50-minute mark shifted the momentum in favor of the visitors. Despite recognizing Roma's superiority prior to the match, De Rossi acknowledged his team's struggle to maintain confidence following the goal but emphasized that they remained competitive until the end. The match's outcome aligns with De Rossi's view that games must be played, regardless of perceived strength differences between teams.

• 10:18 AMYahoo Sports — De Rossi: “It was a balanced match until Castro’s masterpiece.”