‘Transformed Torino against Roma’ – Giampaolo

head coach

Marco Giampaolo

reassures that they are prepared to pull off a great transformation in the clash against

, playing shot-stopper

Salvatore Sirigu

. ‘We have to stand with Toro.’

“

What I expect of the team is unity, a sense of belonging and pride

,” said the coach.

“

What I do not expect are alibis and idle chatter. We all know how good Roma are, but there are other things to take into consideration in matches.

“It’s not about who is standing with who, because Toro have to be above the interests of all of us. We have to stand with Toro.

“All the rest is chatter where everyone is trying to find a shortcut. We need to be ready to do certain things, all the rest just fills newspaper columns and fuels gossip.”

There have been rumors going around regarding the tension between Giampaolo and Sirigu. When asked if the goalscorer will feature or not, he added: “

There are moments when you have to reflect. At this moment, aside from our other issues, we have three games in the space of six days and this is an opportunity to reinforce the strength in depth of the squad.

“Many things are likely to change tomorrow and over the next two games, regardless of the Sirigu issue.”

Roma have found the target 5 times in the clash against

, all during the first half ready to face Torino.

“

I saw their games and can safely say that compared to all the teams we’ve faced so far this season, Roma have the best qualities in possession and are the most difficult to read tactically. It’s difficult, but we have to face this game without passively accepting the value of our opponents.

“We have to be proactive, not just allow them to enjoy the possession that they thrive on. I’ve been telling my players since the first day that a team dies without possession.”

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