Athletic Bilbao Faces Tough Task Against Roma in Europa League Comeback Bid
UEFA Europa League - Athletic Bilbao VS AS Roma
Match Time:14-03-2025 01:45 Friday (GMT+8)
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Athletic Bilbao will look to overcome a one-goal deficit from the first leg and keep their Europa League hopes alive by defeating Roma on Friday. The match will take place at San Mames, the venue for this season's final, as Bilbao aims for a last-16 comeback and a spot in May's final.
Team Analysis:
Athletic Club took the lead at the StadioOlimpico with a goal from Inaki Williams, but Roma quickly equalized through Angelino. After Yeray Alvarez was sent off for a second yellow card, Athletic struggled to hold on for a draw. However, Roma scored in the dying moments of the match, with EldorShomurodov's 94th-minute goal completing a dramatic comeback. This victory gave Roma their 97th win in UEFA's second-tier competition, solidifying their record.
Player Situation:
Athletic Club will be missing key players for their upcoming match, including defender Dani Vivian, who was injured in the first leg, and Yeray Alvarez, who is suspended after a red card. Aitor Paredes could replace Alvarez, partnering with Unai Nunez in defense. Additionally, Alvaro Djalo and OihanSancet remain sidelined due to injury, while Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta returns after serving a domestic suspension. Inaki Williams, who has scored five Europa League goals this season, will lead the attack alongside his brother Nico Williams, with GorkaGuruzeta and MaroanSannadi competing for spots.
For Roma, manager Claudio Ranieri plans several changes to the side, bringing back players like Angelino, ArtemDovbyk, and Paulo Dybala. Gianluca Mancini and Leandro Paredes, both unavailable in the previous match due to suspension, are now eligible. ZekiCelik will miss the game due to a thigh injury, and DevyneRensch could replace him in the back three, with Mats Hummels or Victor Nelsson potentially staying in the lineup.
Result Prediction:
Roma has struggled in recent away games in Spain, winning only two of their last 12, but they have been revitalized under the management of Claudio Ranieri. With high confidence, Roma will face an Athletic Club side that has been out of form lately, potentially ending their hopes of reaching a home final.
Predicted Result:Athletic Bilbao 1-1 AS Roma
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