Zaniolo's stunning mum has hit back after sexist chants were directed at her during a match.
Francesca Costa, 41, said “it is better to be envied than to be pitied” after the chants were aimed at her during Roma's 2-0 loss to Parma on Sunday.
The Parma supporters chanted: “la mamma di Zaniolo e Una puttana”, which translates to "Zaniolo’s mother is a wh*re".
Shortly after the match, Costa took to social media to respond.
She said: “To the sexist chants we answer with a smile. Always.
“It is better to be envied than pitied. Thank you, love.
"Explain to them that we laugh about this”.
Costa also took the time to thank fans for showing their support.
He said: “In this post, I want to thank the Roma fans for your thousands and thousands of messages showing support for Nicolo and the entire family.
"Your affection is truly touching and incredible.
“Furthermore, I want to thank the Napoli fans that have taken the time to write two or more words despite the disappointing result, showing their love for Nicolo writing the most beautiful and genuine things, something football does not always show.
“This football can only be loved. Thank you again for your sportsmanship!”
It's not the first time that Costa has been in the headlines, however.
In February, Zaniolo had to tell her to stop posting sexy selfies on Instagram.
