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Spalletti would delay D-day
Friday 10 April, 2009

Roma Coach Luciano Spalletti has joined the chorus of voices insisting that this weekend's Rome derby should have been postponed.

The Giallorossi face Lazio in a crunch encounter, but the clash has been put into perspective by the recent earthquake in L'Aquila.

Veteran boss Carlo Mazzone and Juventus starlet Sebastian Giovinco have stated their belief that the Serie A fixtures should have been postponed this weekend and Spalletti agrees.

“Everyone has been affected by this tragedy and I don't understand why Serie A hasn't been stopped,” the Giallorossi tactician told Roma's website.

“However, Roma and Lazio are both heading into this game on poor form and have equal reason to believe they can win.

“Thinking that your team is better doesn't mean much in a derby encounter. Lazio are a great team with a great Coach.”

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