Ranieri issues rallying cry to Roma supporters: ‘Whistling hurts us’ | OneFootball

Claudio Ranieri called on Roma supporters to stop jeering the players when they step out on the Stadio Olimpico pitch, as he wants a ‘united’ supporter base during his temporary spell in charge of the Giallorossi.

The former Leicester City coach was appointed as head coach of Roma on Thursday evening, signing a short-term deal until the end of the 2024-25 season, at which point he will transition into an advisory role behind the scenes.

The 73-year-old oversaw his first training session on Thursday afternoon and gave his first press conference on Friday.

Claudio Ranieri oversees his first training session back in charge of Roma alongside director Florent Ghisolfi. (picture via www.asroma.it)

Ranieri insists ‘whistling hurts’ Roma

During his re-introduction to the press, Ranieri called on the Giallorossi supporters to get behind the players and to stop whistling them from the stands.

Ranieri considers himself a Roma supporter more than anything, which is why he felt able to comment on the fans’ behaviour.

“I’m a fan first and foremost, this is why I feel I can tell our fans to stick with us,” Ranieri told the press, reported via TMW.

“Playing at home in front of a whistling crowd hurts us. I believe in luck and if you sweat and pursue, luck has to change in the end. I want a united support.”

ROME, ITALY – NOVEMBER 10: AS Roma fans during the Serie A match between AS Roma and Bologna at Stadio Olimpico on November 10, 2024 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)