Ashley Cole, the Roma defender, was full of eagerness and after being of service in his new club in defeating European champions Real Madrid 1-0.

Cole is a 33-year-old former England left-back who has recently signed for Serie A giants on a free transfer from Chelsea in the summer. The athlete was encouraged by the atmosphere given off by his new surroundings and by the talented and promising youngsters at the club.

"With me joining a new team, it's nice to see young players so enthusiastic and ready to work for each other," Cole said after speaking a solitary goal from Giallorossi legend Francesco Totti secured a victory in Dallas.

He said that winning against a great team like Real Madrid-the European champions is pre-season, nevertheless, is indeed good to boost their confidence.

Due to his transfer from London to the Italian capital, lifestyle transition is expected from Cole. According to the athlete, he is learning Italian as of now and is starting to adapt with this shift of life. He said that through this, he will be able to get along with his new Roma teammates. "I'm trying to learn Italian. I'm taking my time but I think it's good to try and bond with the players by understanding their language." Cole said.

"On the pitch, it's easy because football is football but if I want to interact with them off the pitch, then of course I have to learn Italian."