AS Roma and Brighton & Hove Albion are set to face each other in the return leg of the UEFA Europa League round of 16.
As the Seagulls prepare to host the Serie A side in their upcoming clash, they find themselves grappling with a recent run of disappointing performances.
Their journey to Italy last week saw them falter at the Stadio Olimpico, suffering a humiliating four-goal defeat against the ground owner.
With Daniele De Rossi's team seemingly in control of advancing to the next round, the Premier League club cling to the hope that the unpredictable nature of football might yet turn the result in their favor.
Brighton vs AS Roma Predictions: 14/03/2024
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The Italians find themselves in a better position and obviously under minimal pressure to while heading to Amex Stadium for the final clash against the English outfit.
Roberto De Zerbi's side, on the other hand, enjoy a home advantage, and a recent win over Nottingham Forest could boost their confidence. However, the Premier League team's chances of beating Giallorossi are highly unlikely.
Betting Prediction: Roma's lead and De Rossi's influence make the Serie A side the clear favorites. Betting odds suggest they will win or draw this match.
Brighton vs AS Roma Betting Tips
Both Teams to Score: Expect goals from both sides, given that 76% of Brighton's home matches have seen both teams score.
Brighton Double Chance: With the Seagulls unbeaten in 13 home matches, consider betting on them to win or draw.
Brighton to Score First: Given the Premier League side's recent trend of scoring first in Europa League matches, they could net the opening goal in this game.
Brighton vs AS Roma - Preview & Team News
Brighton will be significantly depleted for the return leg, with at least five players sidelined due to injury. The Italians, meanwhile, remain without key players Tammy Abraham and Rasmus Kristensen.
Additionally, Renato Sanches and Chris Smalling are expected to miss out.
Furthermore, both teams will need to adjust their lineups accordingly, with the Seagulls facing a particularly tough task due to their extensive injury list.
Brighton vs AS Roma - Injury List
Brighton
- Solomon March: Knee Injury
- Kaoru Mitoma: Lower back injury
- Jack Hinshelwood: Ankle/Foot Injury
- Joao Pedro: Thigh Injury
- James Milner: Thigh Injury
AS Roma
- Tammy Abraham: Cruciate ligament injury
- Chris Smalling: Ankle injury
- Renato Sanches: Muscle injury
- Rasmus Kristensen: Thigh injury
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Brighton vs AS Roma - Predicted XIs
Brighton possible starting lineup:
Steele; Lamptey, van Hecke, Dunk, Estupinan; Gross, Gilmour; Adingra, Lallana, Fati; Welbeck
AS Roma possible starting lineup:
Svilar; Celik, Mancini, Ndicka, Zalewski; Bove, Paredes, Pellegrini; Dybala, Lukaku, Shaarawy
Brighton vs AS Roma Head-to-Head
AS Roma 4 - 0 Brighton
Brighton's form in the last five matches: W L L L D
AS Roma's form in the last five matches: D W W W W
Where to watch Brighton vs AS Roma
- Australia: Stan Sport
- Brazil: HBO Max
- Spain: Movistar+
- UK: BT Sport App, BTSport.com
- US: VIX+, Paramount+
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