The return leg of the UEL 2023/24 semi-final match between Leverkusen and Roma takes place at the Bay Arena this Thursday. Xabi Alonso’s team leads by two goals after the first leg, so can Roma overturn the two-goal deficit? Our Leverkusen vs Roma predictions guide previews this game.
| ℹ️ Tournament: | UEFA Europa League 2023/24, Semi-Finals (2nd leg) |
| 🏟️ Venue: | BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany |
| 🗓️ Date: | 9 May 2024 |
| ⏰ Time: | 19:00 GMT on Thursday |
Europa League odds favor Bayer 04 Leverkusen for a home win at 1.55 (5/9). Roma are underdogs to defeat Leverkusen with odds of 6.50 (11/2). The Leverkusen vs Roma odds for a stalemate are 4.00 (3/1).
Leverkusen’s first-leg victory last week marked their first win over Roma since 2004. In their previous seven meetings, Roma had emerged victorious twice. Three of those encounters ended as draws.
Bayer Leverkusen is capping off a phenomenal season, shattering records along the way. They’ve already clinched their first-ever Bundesliga title, ending Bayern Munich’s 11-year reign with games to spare. Under Xabi Alonso’s leadership, The Black and Reds have also stormed into the DFB Pokal final. They are on the brink of reaching the Europa League final, needing to avoid a three-goal defeat in their upcoming match.
Progressing to the final will keep their hope of clinching a treble alive this season. Leverkusen thrashed Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 last Sunday to extend their unbeaten streak to 48 games. With that win, they equaled Benfica’s 59-year-old record.
The host has no injury concerns. Alejandro Grimaldo was rested for their weekend’s clash with Frankfurt and will return for this crucial match.
Roma will strive to clinch their 3rd successive European finals when they clash with Leverkusen on Thursday. Last season, they narrowly advanced to the UEFA Europa League final, edging out Leverkusen with a slim 1-0 aggregate score. Now, the Giallorossi have a challenging mission ahead. They must reverse a 2-0 deficit from the first leg against the Bundesliga Champions-Elect.
De Rossi’s squad is currently fifth in Serie A, with 17 victories, nine draws, and nine defeats. Their most recent fixture was a 1-1 draw against Juventus, and they are in danger of finishing even lower if they lose a few points in the upcoming games.
Roma have no fresh injury problems ahead of this game.
Here are our Leverkusen vs Roma betting predictions:
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Leverkusen have been excellent this season. They haven’t lost a match, showing their strong form in all competitions. Their dominance is reflected in the UEL 23/24 betting odds, making them clear favorites for this clash. Leverkusen has steamrolled through opponents, winning nine out of their last ten games across all competitions.
On the other hand, Roma is struggling, with just one win in their previous five matches. With the home advantage and the momentum from their first-leg win in Rome, Leverkusen is brimming with confidence. Expect the Black and Reds to inflict more damage on Roma and secure another victory at the BayArena.
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A clean sheet prevailed in the reverse fixture last week, but we expect another scoreline pattern this week. Roma will not give up against the Bundesliga Champion without a fight. Leverkusen has conceded at least a goal in four of their last five matches. Similarly, Roma has recorded both teams scoring in six of their last seven games. Notably, Four of their previous seven head-to-head fixtures have ended with both teams scoring. These trends indicate a pattern that could persist in this clash with both clubs netting.
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After bouncing back from a severe ACL injury in 2021, the 20-year-old has been a sensation across Germany and Europe. He’s shown reliable goal-scoring prowess this season, converting 60% of his significant chances. He’s become a formidable force with four goals in nine UEL matches for Leverkusen, including a recent strike against Roma. His scoring streak is expected to persist in the upcoming game.
Here are our Leverkusen vs Roma betting picks:
Leverkusen’s home advantage and unbeaten streak could push them to overcome Roma and progress to the final. You can use our Leverkusen vs Roma betting tips to select high-value bets on the best VIP sports betting sites and win extra cash.
