Overview

• The Roma president called Gian Piero Gasperini “fantastic” and praised his demanding work ethic and serious approach.
• He noted the team’s excellent opening to the campaign and current first-place standing but cautioned that the season has only just begun.
• Friedkin said he has great belief in the coach, the squad, and the club’s collective efforts.
• The comments were delivered on the sidelines of the ECA (now Efc) assembly in Rome.
• Asked about matches such as Milan–Como in Perth, he expressed full support for UEFA initiatives to stage games abroad, declining to discuss specific destinations.