Prediction: AS Roma vs Bayer Leverkusen

Best odds: 5/2

Bookmaker:

Still unbeaten this season, Bayer Leverkusen will travel to face AS Roma at the Stadio Olimpico on Thursday, in the first leg of their encounter in the semifinals of the Europa League.

Seeking to avenge their loss in last season s semis, the newly crowned German champions are determined to advance to the Dublin final, where they could potentially meet Marseille or Atalanta. Meanwhile, the hosts bring with them a wealth of experience from their recent European campaigns.

AS Roma

Emerging victorious from an all-Italian showdown in the quarterfinals, Roma sealed their advancement against AC Milan. After securing a narrow lead in the first leg at San Siro, they clinched a 2-1 victory on their home turf a week later.

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