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Gian Piero Gasperini frustrated after Roma's loss to Brighton

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 5:35 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Gian Piero Gasperini frustrated after Roma's loss to Brighton

Summary

Gian Piero Gasperini expressed frustration following AS Roma's 3-0 defeat to Brighton on August 8, 2026. Gasperini described the performance as 'horrible' and noted ongoing transfer struggles that leave him uncertain about the team's strength compared to last season. Roma has had a disappointing pre-season, with just one win in four matches and 11 goals conceded. The coach highlighted issues with squad cohesion and player fatigue after the World Cup. Roma's next match is against Borussia Dortmund on August 15.

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By the Numbers

•AS Roma loses 3-0 to Brighton in a pre-season friendly.
•Gasperini calls performance 'horrible' amid transfer frustrations.
•Roma concedes 11 goals in four pre-season matches.
•Next match is against Borussia Dortmund on August 15.
•Lorenzo Pellegrini signs a new contract but won't play for a month.

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5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Frustrated Gasperini: ‘Horrible Roma performance, not sure we’re stronger now’

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Gian Piero Gasperini was furious after a ‘horrible’ 3-0 Roma defeat to Brighton and ‘cannot say if the team is stronger than last season’ after transfer struggles.The Giallorossi have had a tr...
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