El Nanes: Favorite player is Zachani; the Roman Derby is a war

Hupu September 19th The Roman derby is approaching. In the fourth round of Serie A, Lazio and Roma will face off at the Olympic Stadium on the weekend. Both teams suffered losses in the last round. It was as they analyzed this important derby that former Lazio player El Nanes posted his opinion in the Evening Post column.

How to view Roma Derby

"Only by playing derby in person can you truly understand it. Teams that usually participate in as popular will actually lose, but unless you experience it personally, you cannot understand why this happens. That kind of pressure, emotional difficulties... As for the game against Cuomo, I don't even consider it, and occasionally encounter bad days. I don't see any shortcomings against Verona, and I don't hate Sassuolo's performance. Sarri's tactical style has been revealed, but there is a lack of a stable finisher."

What are your favorite players?

"Zaccarni, he is always dangerous, can break through and out. He didn't score against Sassuolo just because the opponent's goalkeeper made a miraculous save. He is a dangerous person who can tear the opponent's defense. But Gondozi and Rovera ensure the rhythm and balance, and Christant, he is also very skillful, but perhaps lacks pure skills."

Who can decide on the game?

"Apart from Zachani, I think it is Tavarez. With his super physical fitness, he can stand out in a tense game. Castellanos, if he plays, can create space and allow Gondozi and Dele-Bashir to insert into the penalty area."

Which derby do you like the most?

"I have no choice, that game in May 2013. For me, every game is really the final against the Roman derby, which is historic."

Who made you understand the meaning of the derby?

"To be honest, I was not very good at Italian at that time. I just arrived in Rome, but everyone, every day, repeats the word derby to me. After training, I will stop and take a photo with the fans, go to the supermarket or bar near my home, and everyone will mention the derby to me. It is difficult not to absorb the importance of this game in this way."

What is the difference between derby in Rome, Milan and Turin?

"In Rome, it's a war. In Milan, it's seen as one of many games. And Juventus, it's always too strong."

How do you think Lazio's ranking at the end of the season?

"Between eighth and tenth places, if they do not change their status, they will not exceed the mid-level ranking."