Roma experienced a tumultuous week, parting ways with iconic former midfielder and head coach Daniele De Rossi, and swiftly replacing him with ex-Torino and Hellas Verona manager Ivan Juric.
On Wednesday morning, AS Roma issued a statement announcing De Rossi’s dismissal as head coach. Reports indicate he was preparing for the day’s training when he received the news. After gathering his belongings at Trigoria, he paused outside the gates to sign autographs and take photos with fans before meeting his staff for a debrief over lunch.
De Rossi had overseen a disappointing start to the season, failing to secure a win with two 0-0 draws against Cagliari and Juventus, a 1-1 draw with Genoa, and a 2-1 loss to Empoli. His record included only one victory in his last 11 competitive matches, with the last win dating back to mid-May against Genoa. Unconfirmed reports suggest tension between De Rossi and Roma CEO Lina Souloukiu may have influenced the decision to dismiss him so early in the season.
Roma acted quickly to appoint Juric as De Rossi’s successor. He was seen arriving at Trigoria less than six hours after De Rossi’s exit. Juric conducted his first training session that afternoon, and the club officially announced his appointment around 5:30 PM BST, less than ten hours after the dismissal.
The Croatian, who has spent the last three seasons at Torino, signed a short-term contract until the end of the 2024-25 season, with the potential for an extension if Roma qualifies for the next Champions League.
Juric’s first challenge will be a home match against current Serie A leaders Udinese on Sunday at 5:00 PM BST.
Fans have expressed their frustration over the team’s lackluster start, which intensified following De Rossi’s departure. Supporters confronted senior players outside the training facility on Wednesday, demanding answers regarding the decision.
Reports indicate that players Lorenzo Pellegrini and Gianluca Mancini sought clarity from the management about De Rossi’s sacking. Compounding the unrest, Roma ultras announced plans to boycott Juric’s first match due to the harsh treatment of a club legend.
Roma performance and stats
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Roma is currently 16th in the Serie A with 3 points.
In the last 4 games, it has drawn 3 times and lost once. In its last match, Roma drawn 1-1 against Genoa.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 2 goals and conceding 3.
Roma will play the next match in Serie A against Udinese on Sunday 22nd of September in Formello. The prediction is Roma winning the match.
