Gervinho believes Sunday night’s Juventus–Roma” data-scaytid=”2″>Juventus-Roma match “can change the season” and made a curious pledge to fans.
Only five points separate them at the top of the table going into tomorrow’s clash, which kicks off at 19.45 GMT. Click here for a match preview.
Gervinho believes Sunday night’s Juventus-Roma match “can change the season” and made a curious pledge to fans.
Only five points separate them at the top of the table going into tomorrow’s clash, which kicks off at 19.45 GMT. Click here for a match preview.
“When I arrived everyone talked about Lazio” data-scaytid=”3″>Lazio and it seemed as if the only objective of the year was to win the Rome Derby,” the Ivorian told La Stampa.
“You can see the horizons have been expanded now, because this week I realised the rivalry doesn’t end at the city walls.
“We’re talking about a battle for first place and to beat Juventus means getting close to the leadership. Whether it’s Arsenal-Manchester United or Juve-Roma, it is still a game that if you win can change the season.
“There are also particular rivalries between the fans. In London there was Arsenal-Tottenham, but our role is to do our best on the pitch, then the supporters can put what significance they want on to it.
“My job is to help the fans feel content when they get their post-match beer.”
The Giallorossi are still unbeaten under Rudi Garcia and Gervinho won’t shy away from Scudetto dreams.
“Our objective for this season remains Champions League qualification. We are aware of how well organised Juventus are, but if we look at Roma’s players, the number of internationals and the Coach, then we have all the elements needed to believe in more.”