Leandro Paredes: 'Scoring tonight was incredible.'
Roma midfielder Leandro Paredes back in the line-up for the Giallorossi as they beat Milan 3-1 in Ranieri's final game at the Olimpico.
The Argentine's goal in the second half led Roma to a strong win in their race for Top 4.
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After the match, Paredes spoke to DAZN about the significance of scoring in a packed Olimpico.
'Scoring tonight felt incredible. To be here with my children in this stadium is something else…'
'Champions League? We'll try our hardest, we have an important opportunity on Sunday.'
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