Roma, Di Francesco: "I want a physical match against Real Madrid. The lineup might be a surprise"

Roma and Real Madrid will take to the stage on Wednesday as both clubs make their season debut in the Champions League. Giallorossi coach Eusebio Di Francesco previewed the match in his press conference, the coach described his mindset going in: "Tomorrow I hope to see a team with rage and desire to do harm to the opposition. I want a physical match. Without Ronaldo they play even more as a team, they shape you with pressure more aggressively. They are more fluid. It is a squad that has not lost any quality. We must have the ability to improve ourselves, despite our errors. Lineup? I may surprise you. I have many ideas, many thoughts. I must consider it to make a decision. It is a very dangerous match, but that is what you want to live for. I hope that the soul of this Roma is reignited, regardless of the formation used."