Di Francesco reveals Roma fans’ messages before Juventus clash

Di Francesco reveals Roma fans’ messages before Juventus clash

Eusebio Di Francesco confirms Roma fans have sent him messages hoping to see his Lecce side beat Juventus: ‘They don’t even need to ask me…’

Lecce are preparing to host Juventus at the Stadio Via Del Mare on Saturday.

It’s a crucial fixture for both sides as the Giallorossi have a four-point lead over 18th-placed Cremonese, while Juventus have an advantage of just one point over fifth-placed Roma.

Di Francesco, a former Roma coach, has admitted that some of his friends and Roma fans in the capital have been texting him in recent days, hoping to boost Lecce’s motivation against the Old Lady.

Di Francesco: ‘Fundamental’ for Lecce to beat Juventus

“[They’ve texted] As always, but they first have to look to themselves,” Di Francesco told Sky Sport, smiling.

“They don’t even need to ask me because, for us, it is fundamental to take the three points home.”

BOLOGNA, ITALY – APRIL 12: Eusebio Di Francesco, Head Coach of US Lecce, gestures to his players during the Serie A match between and US Lecce at Renato Dall’Ara Stadium on April 12, 2026 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)