AS Roma vs Athletic Club Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds
The previous meeting between the two ended as a draw.
AS Roma are all set to host Athletic Club in the UEFA Europa League 2024-25 round of 16 first leg. The Serie A side won three matches in their eight league phase matches, forcing them to compete in the playoffs stage where they defeated FC Porto to go through. The LaLiga side won six of their eight matches and ended in second place.
For AS Roma this is not going to be an easy game as Athletic Club are doing well enough. Roma will have to play some attacking football if they want to take advantage here. The Serie A side will be playing at home, which is an advantageous position to begin with.
Athletic Club directly sealed the round of 16 spot after their top-notch performances in the league phase. Their last match against Roma ended in a draw. They will come with a different approach where they will be looking to attack more and get through Roma’s defence. This is not going to be an easy affair for them.
Kick-off:
- Location: Roma, Italy
- Stadium: Stadio Olimpico
- Date: Friday, March 7
- Kick-off Time: 01:30 IST / Thursday, March 6: 20:00 GMT/ 15:00 ET/ 12:00 PT
- Referee: TBD
- VAR: In use
Form:
AS Roma: D-W-W-W-W
Athletic Club: D-W-D-W-L
Players to Watch
Paulo Dybala (AS Roma)
The experienced Argentine forward is going to play a vital role for AS Roma here. Last time around against Athletic Bilbao, Paulo Dybala failed to score any goals but this time around he will have to step up and get things going for the Serie A side at home.
Nico Williams (Athletic Club)
Nico Williams will be one of the main men in the attacking front for Athletic Club. He is going to be a menace for the opponent’s defence. The skilful forward knows how to find spaces between the defenders and will also be looking to score a goal or two.
Match Facts
- This will be the third clash between AS Roma and Athletic Club.
- Athletic Club have won six of their last seven Europa League games.
- AS Roma are unbeaten in their last five matches across all competitions.
AS Roma vs Athletic Club: Betting Tips and Odds
- Match to end in a draw @47/20 Bet MGM
- Goals under 2.5 @23/20 Bet MGM
- Artem Dovbyk to score @6/1 Skybet
Injury and Team News
Leandro Paredes is suspended after receiving a red card and will not be in action for Roma.
Alvaro Djalo is injured and will not be a part of the Athletic Bilbao. Oihan Sancet’s availability will depend on his match fitness.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 2
AS Roma won: 0
Athletic Club won: 0
Draws: 2
Predicted Lineups
AS Roma predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)
Svilar (GK); Celik, Mancini, Ndicka; Soule, Kone, Cristante, Angelino; Dybala, Pellegrini; Dovbyk
Athletic Club predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Simon (GK); Gorosabel, Vivian, Yeray, Berchiche; Galarreta, Jauregizar; Inaki Williams, Gomez, Nico Williams; Berenguer
Match Prediction
This is going to be a high-voltage contest between the two sides. This UEL contest is likely to end in a draw with none of the teams going into the second leg with the advantage.
Prediction: AS Roma 1-1 Athletic Club
Telecast Details
India – Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network
UK – TNT Sports
US – fubo TV, Paramount+
Nigeria – DStv Now
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