Alessio, the Roma fan who burst into tears at Francesco Totti’s goal against Torino, reveals “he made his debut before I was even born.”

The supporter was spotted in the stands of the Stadio Olimpico sobbing after Totti came off the bench for two late goals, turning a 2-1 defeat into a 3-2 victory.

Alessio, the Roma fan who burst into tears at Francesco Totti’s goal against Torino, reveals “he made his debut before I was even born.”

The supporter was spotted in the stands of the Stadio Olimpico sobbing after Totti came off the bench for two late goals, turning a 2-1 defeat into a 3-2 victory.

“Seeing a captain who at his age, at 39, and after everything that has been said, coming on to score two goals in two minutes, including such a skilful and quick movement, is just incredible,” he told Sky Sport Italia.

“I was so emotional that I just couldn’t contain myself, so I burst into tears and couldn’t stop. I was overcome with emotion.

“I must admit, I am not new to this, as I also cried last year when Totti scored twice in the derby to turn that game around with a spectacular overhead kick. Francesco does this to me!”

The 22-year-old university student spoke about the role Totti holds in the eyes of Roma fans.

“He made his debut before I was even born, so he means so much to me. He has always been in the history of Roma, as far as I am concerned.

Besides, I also see these 80-year-olds who talk so fondly of him and describe these great moments they witness. It all lets you realise what a legend he is.”

The goal had another effect too, as suddenly with four minutes to go the ultras momentarily abandoned their boycott of the Curva Sud, a protest that has been going on all season due to barriers.

“It was amazing, all these people just ran in and it was like the Bombonera in Argentina. It was as if the Curva just filled up all of a sudden.

“I hope the fans do come back before the end of the season, because I cannot think of Totti leaving Roma without the Curva Sud full with flags and banners.

“I know of people who already bought their tickets and I hope the season ticket holders come in too and take their real seats in the Curva Sud, because the legend goes beyond everything else.”

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