Stephan El Shaarawy discusses the advice from coach Claudio Ranieri ahead of the match.
The match is set to start at 20:00 GMT at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Fans can follow the game live, along with updates from other matches like Lazio-Ludogorets and Fiorentina-Pafos.
Roma has had a tough time in 2024, having gone through four coaches. Jose Mourinho was let go in January, followed by Daniele De Rossi in September, and Ivan Juric earlier this month.
El Shaarawy explained that the coach focused more on their mental approach than on tactics. He urged the players to stay concentrated, be physically strong, and put in a lot of effort.
He acknowledged that they are facing a challenging opponent in great form, so they need to perform well both technically and physically. The team’s lineup appears to be a 3-4-2-1 formation that can shift to a 5-4-1 setup.
Ranieri, who is back for his third term as Roma’s coach, had a tough start with a 1-0 loss to Napoli in Serie A. El Shaarawy noted that the coach is stressing the need for the team to give their all on the field.
He highlighted the need for intensity and the importance of developing their game. Tottenham has had mixed results recently, losing to Galatasaray and Ipswich Town but winning 4-0 against Manchester City in the Premier League.
El Shaarawy pointed out that Spurs play aggressively and press high, so Roma must find effective solutions during the match. He believes that a good performance is crucial for their confidence and to improve their standing in the league.
Currently, Roma has only five points in the Europa League after four matches, and they are eager to show their capabilities in Europe as they have in previous years.
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