Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini has voiced his admiration for AS Roma following their comprehensive 4-0 away win against Lecce. The Bergamo manager's comments, reported by Sky Sport IT, come as the Giallorossi prepare to host Atalanta in their next Serie A fixture.
Roma currently sit seventh in the Serie A table with 3 points from one win, zero draws, and one loss. Their goal tally stands at 4 scored and 0 conceded, giving them a +4 goal difference and placing them three points behind leaders Inter. This context, verified as of 01 September 2026, sets the stage for Gasperini's observations of a direct rival.
What did Gasperini say about AS Roma?
Gian Piero Gasperini commented on Roma's condition after their 4-0 triumph at Lecce. "Gruppo attaccato alla Roma, gioca con passione," said the Atalanta boss, summarizing his view of the Giallorossi collective. His analysis comes at a time when the Roman squad is dealing with significant absentees: Neil El Aynaoui, Devyne Rensch, and captain Lorenzo Pellegrini are currently sidelined with injuries, as listed on our injuries page. Despite these setbacks, the performance against Lecce was of a high standard.
The Serie A landscape after matchday three
The third Serie A matchday provided several talking points, with three games broadcast live on Sky. Beyond Roma's rout of Lecce, Atalanta secured a 1-0 win over Bologna, while Juventus reported injury concerns for Yildiz and Ekhator. Another highlight was Calhanoglu's skillful goal against Cagliari, featured in a special segment. The Gran Galà del Calcio is scheduled for September 2nd, also live on Sky, celebrating the best of the previous season. The updated standings, which you can check on our standings page, show a tight race from the very start.
Preparing for the direct clash with Atalanta
Gasperini's words carry extra weight looking ahead to the next scheduled encounter. Roma will host Atalanta on 5 September 2026, a match that pits the seventh and ninth-placed teams against each other. This fixture is already highlighted on our fixtures page and represents a first real test of the solidity shown at Lecce. Gasperini's side, fresh from beating Bologna, will aim to halt the positive momentum of a Roma team that started the season on the right foot.
Squad status and the path forward
With 4 goals scored and none conceded, Roma has demonstrated excellent balance in its early outings. The defense held firm despite absences, while the attack found its cutting edge. The next test against Atalanta will be key to understanding the consistency of this strong start. The squad has depth, detailed on our squad page, and must manage the return of injured players effectively to maintain this pace. The September 5th match offers a direct confrontation with a manager who, as his comments show, is watching them closely. AS Roma plays at home against Atalanta on 5 September 2026, looking to strengthen its league position.
