Radja Nainggolan has been dropped for Roma's Serie A clash with Atalanta after sharing videos on Instagram of himself smoking, drinking and swearing.
The Belgian posted the clips to his Instagram account on New Year's Eve, when he confessed to being "absolutely smashed".
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Despite initially appearing unrepentant, Nainggolan, 29, later apologized but his antics have caused him to be excluded from the team's game and fined.
Speaking at Friday's media conference, coach Eusebio Di Francesco was quick to address the matter.
"I'll talk about Nainggolan right away before you ask me," said Di Francesco.
"With the line dictated by the club and agreed by me, which is fully supported by Nainggolan, the player won't be called up for the Atalanta match.
"This is linked to a way of behaving which must be consistent for everyone who represents Roma.
"If you make a mistake, there are consequences. This is in line with the club's code of conduct, it's a decision I support and the player has accepted.
"Radja will not be there."
Roma heads into this weekend's match with just one win in its last four top-flight outings, a run that has left the team fourth, nine points behind leaders Napoli.
