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Yahoo
3 days ago
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🚨 Official: Roma unveil new crest, historic symbol returns 🟡🔴
Roma returns to the old crest: these words emerge from the end-of-season statement released today by the club's ownership, Dan and Ryan Friedkin. The controversy over Roma's crest has been ongoing: since May 2013, when the Pallotta ownership decided to modify the logo by removing the ASR trigram and replacing it with the word ROMA 1927, fans have repeatedly asked for a return to the old crest. The Friedkins have moved to "put order" in the club's history, recovering old crests and using the colors of the teams that merged in 1927 to create AS Roma, namely Fortitudo, Alba, and Roman. Advertisement This is why next year's third Roma jersey will be white and green, like Alba's, with the ASR trigram on the chest. Now the Friedkins have also announced the return of the old crest, with the shield featuring the she-wolf and the ASR trigram: "We are proud to announce the progressive reappropriation of the historic ASR crest, a symbol that embodies the soul of this Club. This decision, made with deep respect for our tradition and in response to the deepest desires of our fans, is a tribute to Roma's identity. It reflects our belief that a club's symbols matter, and that honoring our roots is essential to building our future." This decision is part of a rebranding effort that will culminate in the celebration of the team's centenary in 1927. Advertisement This is why the Friedkins have decided to establish order regarding the club's founding date: historically, both June 7, 1927, the date when the merger agreement was signed in the office of Fortitudo president Italo Foschi, and July 22, 1927, when the first meeting of the new club was held and the managerial roles were assigned, are celebrated. The Friedkins explained the decision to celebrate the latter as the club's founding date: "We are also excited to celebrate the new season with you all on July 22, a date deeply rooted in the hearts of generations of Roma fans. As we approach the Centenary, we want to reaffirm our commitment to honoring the history, traditions, and identity of Roma. The respect we owe to our founding fathers is equal to the respect we owe to the sentiment of our fans. Therefore, fully aware of the historical value and significance of June 7, 1927, as the founding of AS Roma, we have decided that July 22 will be our special day of celebration: an annual milestone and an anniversary for fans and the Club, united under the sign of pride and affection for the extraordinary historical heritage of AS Roma." The message then touches on the current state of the club, thanking Claudio Ranieri and confirming his role as senior advisor, presenting the new coach Gian Piero Gasperini, described as "A coach with great experience, personality, and vision", highlighting his "football philosophy, deep work culture, and ability to enhance talent". Advertisement Finally, the project for the new stadium in Pietralata is also mentioned: "A new majestic Colosseum, which we promise to build". This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here. 📸 FILIPPO MONTEFORTE - 2007 AFP
Yahoo
3 days ago
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Former Atalanta coach Gasperini appointed at Roma
Roma have appointed ex-Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini as their new head coach. He's penned a three-year deal with the club, which is owned by Texas-based businessman Dan Friedkin. Gasperini called time on his nine-year spell at Atalanta last Saturday and will now step in for Claudio Ranieri, who's hung up his boots after guiding Roma to fifth place last season. Advertisement While at Atalanta, Gasperini had a solid run, winning the Europa League in 2024, bagging six top-four Serie A finishes, and even making it to a Champions League quarter-final. Taking over from him at Atalanta is former Southampton boss Ivan Juric, who was confirmed on Friday.
Associated Press
4 days ago
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Gasperini takes over from Ranieri at Roma after successful run at Atalanta
ROME (AP) — Gian Piero Gasperini was named Roma's new coach on Friday, taking over for the retiring Claudio Ranieri following his own successful run at Atalanta. 'I need a significant challenge,' Gasperini said in an interview released by Roma . He signed a three-year deal for the club owned by Texas-based businessman Dan Friedkin. In nine seasons at Atalanta, Gasperini guided the Bergamo club to a Europa League triumph in 2024, six top-four finishes in Serie A, and a Champions League quarterfinal. The 73-year-old Ranieri was hired in November when Roma was struggling in 12th place, and his contract specified he would take on an advisor role after the season. Rainieri guided Roma to a fifth-place finish as the Giallorossi lost just once during the second half of the season, and was involved in selecting the 67-year-old Gasperini, who is known for his free-flowing attacking tactics. Gasperini becomes Roma's fourth coach in the 1 ½ years since Jose Mourinho was fired, following Daniele De Rossi, Ivan Juric and Ranieri. ___ AP soccer:
Yahoo
26-05-2025
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Fabregas keen on Roma job, Como oppose his exit
Fabregas has already given his availability to Roma. The new course branded by Dan Friedkin sees him as a key figure in the technical reconstruction of the squad. The former Arsenal and Barcelona midfielder has shown full openness to the Giallorossi proposal, so much so that he has already studied the squad and maintained contacts with Ranieri. But the main obstacle remains Como. Advertisement As La Repubblica writes, the Lombard club, with which Fabregas began his career on the bench, does not intend to release him easily. Despite the attempts at mediation put in place by Ghisolfi, the response received from the Como top brass was firm: 'Fabregas is not moving'. Fabregas, for his part, does not intend to force his hand. The bond with Como is deep, and he does not want to compromise the image built in recent months. If he were to stay, he wants to do so without any ruptures, avoiding any gesture that could be interpreted as a summer escape. It is this respect for the club that welcomed him in his first role as coach that is holding back a more decisive action. There will be no ultimatum or public pressure: his will is clear, but Como will have to make the next move.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
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Speculation in Italy over Klopp coaching return at Roma
Juergen Klopp laughs during his presentation as the new Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull Hangar-7. According to the Italian media, Juergen Klopp is to become the new coach of AS Roma. Jan Woitas/dpa Italian newspaper La Stampa has speculated that Jürgen Klopp will return to the dugout as Roma coach. Since leaving Liverpool last year, the German has often said he is not ready to coach again. He is now global head of soccer at Red Bull, a job which has not gone well so far with their main team RB Leipzig missing Europe for the first time as a Bundesliga club. Advertisement He has also had to watch Arne Slot ease to the Premier League title in his first season at Liverpool. La Stampa went as far as to say that Klopp had a phone call with Roma's American owner Dan Friedkin late on Sunday and said "Yes." The paper used the headline "Habemus mister" in a playful reference to the recent election of a new pope. Even Italy's main news agency ANSA reported on La Stampa's story. La Stampa is well respected but based in Turin. The Rome sports paper Corriere dello Sport did not carry the story. If the story is true then it would be remarkable about-face for Klopp, 57. He has been heavily criticized by football purists for joining the football empire run by the energy drinks firm. Roma are looking for a coach with club icon Claudio Ranieri stepping down after an interim spell in charge. The Giallorossi are fifth in Serie A with one game left and last won the title in 2001.
