Good points, 3 points in the bag and second place above Atletico who lost to Chelsea. Bad points, a not so good performance against a team well below average standards in the Champions League.
We were expecting a more convincing spirit and attitude, you need that in European competitions, regardless. Some player slacked on the pitch, just not focused, especially after Manolas and Dzeko goals that put Roma ahead in the first 15 mins. The game wrapped up? You can’t think this way at this level, in fact Roma disappeared afterwards and Qarabag looked dangerous in some circumstances, pulled one back for Gonalons silly mistake, then nearly got an equaliser in the final minutes. So, not perfect at all, but at least we have the 3 points we need. Next Chelsea front and back. Atletico in Madrid will probably be the decider for second spot. Next Serie A, Milan on Sunday, they are not at their best but we need a more solid performance in the San Siro. Forza Roma, as always!