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Gasperini: ‘Roma in the mix for Scudetto race, great performance in Manchester’

Gian Piero Gasperini admits Roma ‘are in the mix’ for the Scudetto race after thumping Sassuolo 3-0, and ‘even when we lost, we still scored lots of goals’ against Manchester United and Real Madrid.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:16 PM
Gasperini: ‘Roma in the mix for Scudetto race, great performance in Manchester’
Key Things to Know
  • Gian Piero Gasperini affirmed Roma are in the Scudetto race following their 3-0 victory over Sassuolo.
  • Mario Hermoso, Donyell Malen, and Rodrigo Mora scored the goals in Roma's 3-0 win.
  • Gasperini praised Roma's quality despite recent 3-2 and 3-1 Champions League losses to Manchester United and Real Madrid.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini stated that his team is in the Serie A title race following a 3-0 victory against Sassuolo on November 7, 2026. The win at the Stadio Olimpico came via goals from Mario Hermoso, Donyell Malen, and Rodrigo Mora, rebounding quickly after a 3-2 midweek Champions League defeat to Manchester United.

Gasperini defended his side's recent form, noting strong displays despite blowing leads against both Manchester United and Real Madrid. He praised Roma's attacking sharpness and acknowledged that while Inter remain title favorites, Roma and other contenders are ready to challenge if the leaders slip up.

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