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

🏟 Just a few tickets left for our #UEL home clash with Athletic Club🙌 Don't miss it! 🎟 https://t.co/leRkOLXz17#ASRoma pic.twitter.com/qe9fjlDNbH

— AS Roma English (@ASRomaEN) March 3, 2025

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.

Paulo Dybala is HIM. 💎#ASRoma | @PauDybala_JR pic.twitter.com/t3TPMKTn9g

— AS Roma English (@ASRomaEN) November 28, 2023

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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