Gian Piero Gasperini

Celtic hosted AS Roma for the UEFA Europa League sixth fixture at Celtic Park, and the match ended with a convincing 0-3 away win for Roma. Celtic’s change of manager and playing system made things a bit complicated for the team, mainly because they faced a very organised team with experience...

The 13th fixture of Serie A ended with a decisive narrow 0-1 win for Napoli against Roma in the Derby del Sole. It was one of the most important editions of Derby del Sole, as the match came at a time when both teams were at the top of the...

Mario Hermoso is a 30-year-old Spanish defender who has been performing well for AS Roma at the beginning of the season, helping Gian Piero Gasperini build a more solid defence compared to the last few seasons. Not only that, Hermoso has been involved in both playmaking and the attacking phase,...

AC Milan beat AS Roma by a narrow margin in round 10 of the 2025/2026 Serie A. The result saw I Rossoneri overtake I Giallorossi in the league table; both now have 21 points, with Milan ahead on goal difference. Although Roma had the lion’s share of possession, they were...

Gian Piero Gasperini’s AS Roma have won four out of their last five league games, conceding just three goals this entire campaign. This is a far cry from the teams Gasperini had at Atalanta, which scored goals galore after he effectively changed the attack time and time again. Creating stars like Josip...

Leon Bailey is set to become the first Jamaican footballer to play for AS Roma following his recent loan move to I Giallorossi, as Aston Villa have agreed a season-long loan deal with an option to buy. This loan deal follows other significant signings for Roma to reinforce their squad,...

There are many highly effective principles for attacking opposing defences in the final third; two of these principles are the overlap and underlap. These two principles are among the most important weapons used by full-backs or, occasionally, centre-backs. Teams aim to exploit the width of the pitch to attack their...

AS Roma are a club historically marked by legendary Brazilian right-backs such as Cafu and Maicon. Now, I Giallorossi have signed potentially another one in Wesley França. The deal reinforces Gian Piero Gasperini’s squad with a quality right-back capable of upgrading the team’s balance, solidity and threat on that flank....

Atlético Madrid are one of the most active clubs in the summer transfer window right now. The club's board is committed to strengthening Diego Simeone's squad to ensure it is ready to compete in all competitions. Rojiblancos have signed central midfielder Johnny Cardoso, attacking midfielder Thiago Almada, left winger Álex Baena. After successful...

Over the last few days, reports have confirmed the agreement between Brighton and AS Roma to transfer striker Evan Ferguson to I Giallorossi. This move would represent a courageous move from Roma as they put their trust in a 20-year-old Brighton striker who has never played in Serie A and...

After a season full of drama for AS Roma and their supporters, I Giallorossi finished the season in fifth place in Serie A, an achievement whose merit goes to Claudio Ranieri, who led the team during a complicated period, saving them from playing to avoid relegation to playing for European...

AC Milan hosted Atalanta last Sunday for a game that meant a lot to Atalanta, who won 1-0 and consolidated their third spot in the Serie A table, with now four crucial points separating them from fourth-placed Bologna. On the other hand, the Rossoneri lost another vital match, continuing their slow decline and extinguishing...

In modern football, the choice between a back three and a back four is crucial in shaping a team's tactical balance. Both formations have advantages, each offering distinct benefits depending on the team's needs, playing style, and the match context. A back three provides greater central coverage and depth, allowing...

Below, we examine six patterns of play that can be utilised in the 3-4-3 formation and similar formations, including 3-4-1-2, 3-4-2-1, and 3-5-2. Four patterns of play are designed for wide penetration, while the other two are intended for central penetration. If you coach the 3-4-3 system or participate in any high-level coaching courses, such as the UEFA...

The UEFA Champions League provided another fascinating matchday, with three huge Italian sides crashing out in the Round of 32. Whilst each of Milan, Atalanta and Juventus all lost to relative underdogs, Gian Piero Gasperini was left perplexed as the reigning Europa League champions were dismantled at the hands of...

Not many Argentinian-Italian players have represented the Italian national team with success. Yet, some remarkable names can be mentioned when talking about players born in Argentina who had a significant impact on the Azzurri. These names include Mauro Germán Camoranesi (one of the 2006 World Cup winners), Gabriel Paletta (former...

It’s June 2016. The football world is just gearing up for a UEFA Euro 2016 championship in France, where Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal would eventually defeat the hosts in the final despite their star player’s absence on the pitch through injury. Real Madrid have just won their 11th UEFA Champions League...

The UEFA Champions League is known for delivering match-ups of the greatest teams in world club football. If you want to see English top teams like Manchester City and Spanish top teams like Real Madrid battle it out on the pitch, the competition to claim Europe’s footballing throne is a...

Scoring goals is the most difficult part of the game, so the ability to consistently create high-quality opportunities is extraordinarily valuable. That's the topic of today's tactical theory analysis. We're going to examine how possession-dominant teams create high-xG shots. The first topic of this tactical analysis focuses on creating chances...

The UEFA Europa League final between Atalanta BC and Bayer Leverkusen promised to be a tactical masterclass, showcasing the strategic brilliance of two of Europe’s most intriguing teams. This tactical analysis will delve into the key elements that have determined the outcome of this highly anticipated clash. Atalanta, under the...