The Cult of Calcio
Roma have had a fine start overall, even though their center-forwards have sputtered so far. The Giallorossi have been carried by their defense, as they have scored just seven goals. Only eight Serie A teams have been less prolific.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Leon Bailey has looked better than expected in his return from a serious thigh injury. He provided a big spark off the bench versus Inter. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini plots to use him regularly once he’s fitter, along with Paulo Dybala, serving as a false-nine, and Matias Soulé.
The gaffer has already willingly renounced fielding a pure striker a couple of times. Roma have lost on both occasions, versus Torino and…
