AS Roma has taken a firm stance in support of its sporting director Tony D'Amico following an unpleasant incident after the match against Atalanta. The Giallorossi have labelled the behaviour of Atalanta's managing director Luca Percassi as unacceptable and announced they will refer the matter to the competent sporting justice bodies.
According to a report from ANSA Sport, the incident occurred yesterday evening, immediately after the final whistle of the Serie A fixture. Roma issued an official statement noting that D'Amico avoided any reaction to the provocation, demonstrating great professionalism. The capital club, currently leading the table with 9 points from three consecutive wins, has therefore chosen to publicly defend its executive.
What happened after the match
The incident unfolded in the moments right after the game. Roma, coming off a performance that has seen them score 10 goals and concede just one in this early part of the season, found themselves managing an off-field tension. Luca Percassi, a prominent figure in Atalanta's management, approached Tony D'Amico in a manner deemed inappropriate by Roma's hierarchy. The Giallorossi sporting director's reaction was one of complete self-control, a point strongly emphasised in the club's statement.
What are the club's next steps
Roma does not intend to let the matter drop. The club has stated it will proceed to formally report the incident to the relevant sporting justice authorities for their evaluation and any subsequent action they deem necessary. This move signals a desire to send a strong message regarding respect for individuals and codes of conduct, even outside the pitch. Their strong league position, with a +9 goal difference, does not distract the club from defending its values and its staff.
What is the current sporting context
Daniele De Rossi's team, despite this negative episode, is enjoying an excellent sporting moment. Leading Serie A with a perfect record, the Giallorossi are showing notable solidity. Their next scheduled commitment is an away fixture against Torino, set for September 14th. The Granata, currently in 14th place, represent an obstacle to overcome in order to maintain sole possession of top spot. Fans can follow all the schedule details on our dedicated fixtures page and check the updated standings.
The ownership's defence of Tony D'Amico was immediate and unreserved. "AS Roma expresses full support for sporting director Tony D'Amico in relation to what happened at the end of the match against Atalanta," reads the statement. It adds: "AS Roma will submit what happened to the competent bodies of sports justice for the appropriate evaluations." This episode risks only partially overshadowing a perfect start to the season for the capital club, which must now focus on preparing for the match against Torino.
