Ghilardi breaks through: first Serie A goal after two seasons of waiting
Roma's defender finds the net in victory over Udinese at age 23, ending a personal drought. With a quip about Lulli, he explains how Gasperini's tactical system involves central defenders in the attacking phase.
Daniele Ghilardi has finally tasted a Serie A goal. The Roma defender scored in the Giallorossi's victory over Udinese, breaking a wait that had lasted over two seasons. Although already active in lower divisions, the joy of scoring at the top level arrives only now, at 23 years old.
The centre-back gave statements after the match, recalling the physical effort expended in the final stages: exhausted by cramps, he nonetheless found the strength to strike. During the interview, a comment was raised regarding Emanuele Lulli, his defensive partner who had scored days earlier in the 4-2 victory over Cagliari. Ghilardi responded with irony, emphasizing how his own celebration had been more heartfelt compared to his teammate's, justifying the difference with personal experience: he had scored before, though rarely.
The topic is deepened by consideration of Gasperini's tactical philosophy, which favors offensive runs by centre-backs. According to Ghilardi, the team is constantly trained for this dynamic, with every department encouraged to participate in both the build-up and finishing phases of play.