AS Roma in crisis: Gasperini demands urgent reinforcements Roma continues to struggle after two consecutive friendly losses. The Giallorossi lost 4-1 to Cardiff City, a Championship side, after already conceding three goals to Cannes, a third-tier French club. A heavy result that raises concerns ahead of the new season. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 3rd in Serie A, 73 pts, 23W-4D-11L from 38 games, recent form WWWWW. ## What happened against Cardiff City? The match was a disaster. Ashford opened the scoring in the 3rd minute, capitalizing on a lucky rebound that fooled Svilar. Salech doubled the lead at the 30th minute on a Wesley error, while Ashford completed the brace before halftime. Roma had a chance to get back into the game at the 35th minute with a Dybala penalty, but his weak central shot was easily saved. In the second half, Dybala scored the 4-1 goal on a Soulé assist, but the damage was already done. ## Why the situation is critical The atmosphere in the dugout is tense. After the fourth goal conceded, Soulé protested to the referee for an uncalled foul on Castro, Cristante tried to calm his teammate, but it was Dybala who pushed away the number 4 with harsh gestures and words. The tension is palpable. ## Gasperini’s request In the press conference, Gasperini did not hide his frustration: «The market has been unusual due to the World Cup, it has practically just started. Some players have left, this team must absolutely be completed. I have asked for a defender, a winger and two strikers. It’s not a difficult or insurmountable goal.» The coach also praised the arrival of Santiago Castro but insisted on the need for further reinforcements before the start of the league.