Roma: De Rossi “We’ve got to be more careful”

Daniele De Rossi is alarmed by Roma’s 3-3 Europa League draw. “If we play like that in Serie A, we’ll concede five!” The Giallorossi were leading 3-1 away to Kosice last night, but allowed the Slovakians to fight back in the first leg of the play-off. “This result is acceptable and I don’t think we’ll have huge problems qualifying in a week’s time, as going forward in the Europa League is very important for us,” he told the Corriere dello Sport.

“But we have got to be more careful, because if we play like that in Serie A, even against a mid-table side, then we’ll concede five goals! “Games like this can happen, but it is best we do not repeat them ever again.” Coach Luciano Spalletti was also critical of the defence, which has been struggling throughout the summer months. Roma make their debut at Marassi on Sunday evening in a trip to fellow Europa League hopefuls Genoa. “In my view, in terms of quality we are right behind Inter, Juventus and Milan,” continued De Rossi. “Fiorentina are also a good side. We must not make proclamations about this season, as all we have to do is knuckle down and work hard. “It would be a mistake to show arrogance, as we must always remain focused and with our feet on the ground. There will be no waving of potential objectives this term.”