Roma striker Andrea Belotti says it's important they make a positive start to the season.

Belotti admits he's feeling good with his preseason.

“Last year I missed two training camps, both in summer and in autumn," said the striker. "This lack of training heavily conditioned my season, preparation is essential for my physical condition, to put minutes in my legs and thus be found ready for the matches that matter.

“Now, however, I feel good, the balance of my summer is positive. I needed tough, demanding workouts to reach optimal physical condition as quickly as possible. Pre-season loads are the fuel that will keep you going until the end of the season.

“Scoring is certainly important because us centre forwards have to score, we are judged on that. But it is even more gratifying to know that you have made a contribution to the team.

“Victories are needed, even in August, I'm very happy. And I'm even happier to have experienced an entire retreat without problems."