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18-05-2023 08:21
18-05-2023 08:21
Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 18/05/2023
* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change Bayer Leverkusen and Roma meet at the BayArena in the Europa League on Thursday, May 18th. Can Leverkusen overcome a one goal deficit in the semi-final second-leg against Roma this week? Read our Bundesliga predictions and betting tips along with the latest odds for the fixture below in our detailed match preview. Today's Predictions for Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma Roma have won only one of their six away games in the Europa League so far ahead of their trip to play Leverkusen on Thursday. Read our top Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma predictions for this week’s fixture below and when you’re finished here, head over to our football betting tips page for more expert picks.
Bayer Leverkusen to Win Roma edged out Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 in the clubs’ Europa League semi-final first-leg clash in Italy last week, though the Giallorossi’s away record in the competition this season has been underwhelming to say the least and their propensity for coming unstuck on the road could scupper their chances in the return fixture. Jose Mourinho’s charges have won only once in six attempts on their travels in the UEL this term, while Bayer have won five of their last seven assignments at home in all competitions. With those runs considered, the first of today’s Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma predictions tips the German outfit to triumph. Under 2.5 Goals It took a single second-half strike from Roma’s Edoardo Bove to separate the teams in the first-leg and goals could be thin on the ground again on Thursday when the sides meet for the concluding fixture. Despite struggling for wins on the road in the Europe League, Roma have conceded just four times in their last five away games in the tournament, with under 2.5 goals landing in all but one of the same contests. The pattern could be similar in Germany and with so much riding on the result, another tight tussle is anticipated. Top Betting Odds and Stats for Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma Check out our collection of key stats for Thursday’s contest featuring Bayer Leverkusen – Roma below alongside a tool to help you choose the most attractive odds. D L L D W D W L D D Let's take a closer look at the latest markets, Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma odds and probability figures ahead of Thursday’s match below. Bayer Leverkusen odds: 21/20 (2.05) – 48.8% Draw odds: 2/1 (3.00) – 33.3% Roma odds: 57/20 (3.85) – 26% Bayer Leverkusen have been priced as the bookmakers’ expected winners on Thursday with the implied probability of a home victory currently coming in at 48.8%. Elsewhere, odds of 10/11 (1.91) can be found in the both teams to score market this week and that outcome has an implied probability of 52.4%. In the anytime goalscorer stakes, the host’s Moussa Diaby is available at 53/20 (3.65) to get on the scoresheet. Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma Team News & Injuries Read all of the latest injury updates, Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma lineups and team news for Thursday’s Europa League contest below. Bayer Leverkusen Patrik Schick, Andrey Lunev, Karim Bellarabi and Charles Aranguiz are all missing this week through injury while Odilon Kossounou and Robert Andrich have also been added to the treatment room. Head Coach Xabi Alonso didn't rotate his team much in Bayer's 1-1 draw at Stuttgart at the weekend. Predicted Lineup for Bayer Leverkusen: Hradecky – Tapsoba, Tah, Hincapie – Frimpong, Palacios, Demirbay, Bakker – Diaby, Wirtz, Hlozek Roma Marash Kumbulla is listed as injured for Roma though the Italians have few personnel issues to contend with other than that. Jose Mourinho changed his side around at the weekend against Bologna (0-0) and his star turns should be fresh and firing for Thursday's semi-final as a result. Predicted Lineup for Roma: Patricio – Mancini, Smalling, Ibanez – Llorente, Matic, Cristante, Spinazzola – Pellegrini, Belotti, Abraham Player to Watch – Lorenzo Pellegrini Lorenzo Pellegrini was an influential figure in last week’s semi-final first-leg against Bayer Leverkusen and the 26-year-old had three shots and played three key passes in Roma’s 1-0 triumph. The schemer has the skills to be a real nuisance again in Thursday’s second-leg in Germany. Starting Lineups Official lineups are usually released approximately one hour before kick-off. Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma Coverage and Frequently Asked Questions Who is Bayer Leverkusen’s manager? Xabi Alonso has been in charge of Leverkusen since October last year. What time does this fixture kick off? The game is scheduled to start at 20:30 BST. Which club is favourite to win this week? Bayer Leverkusen have been priced as favourites to prevail on Thursday by the bookmakers. Make sure to check out our expert Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma prediction near the top of this preview.
Published on May 18, 2023
, Updated May 18, 2023
By
Simon Winter
Bayer Leverkusen to Win Roma edged out Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 in the clubs’ Europa League semi-final first-leg clash in Italy last week, though the Giallorossi’s away record in the competition this season has been underwhelming to say the least and their propensity for coming unstuck on the road could scupper their chances in the return fixture. Jose Mourinho’s charges have won only once in six attempts on their travels in the UEL this term, while Bayer have won five of their last seven assignments at home in all competitions. With those runs considered, the first of today’s Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma predictions tips the German outfit to triumph. Under 2.5 Goals It took a single second-half strike from Roma’s Edoardo Bove to separate the teams in the first-leg and goals could be thin on the ground again on Thursday when the sides meet for the concluding fixture. Despite struggling for wins on the road in the Europe League, Roma have conceded just four times in their last five away games in the tournament, with under 2.5 goals landing in all but one of the same contests. The pattern could be similar in Germany and with so much riding on the result, another tight tussle is anticipated. Top Betting Odds and Stats for Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma Check out our collection of key stats for Thursday’s contest featuring Bayer Leverkusen – Roma below alongside a tool to help you choose the most attractive odds. D L L D W D W L D D Let's take a closer look at the latest markets, Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma odds and probability figures ahead of Thursday’s match below. Bayer Leverkusen odds: 21/20 (2.05) – 48.8% Draw odds: 2/1 (3.00) – 33.3% Roma odds: 57/20 (3.85) – 26% Bayer Leverkusen have been priced as the bookmakers’ expected winners on Thursday with the implied probability of a home victory currently coming in at 48.8%. Elsewhere, odds of 10/11 (1.91) can be found in the both teams to score market this week and that outcome has an implied probability of 52.4%. In the anytime goalscorer stakes, the host’s Moussa Diaby is available at 53/20 (3.65) to get on the scoresheet. Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma Team News & Injuries Read all of the latest injury updates, Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma lineups and team news for Thursday’s Europa League contest below. Bayer Leverkusen Patrik Schick, Andrey Lunev, Karim Bellarabi and Charles Aranguiz are all missing this week through injury while Odilon Kossounou and Robert Andrich have also been added to the treatment room. Head Coach Xabi Alonso didn't rotate his team much in Bayer's 1-1 draw at Stuttgart at the weekend. Predicted Lineup for Bayer Leverkusen: Hradecky – Tapsoba, Tah, Hincapie – Frimpong, Palacios, Demirbay, Bakker – Diaby, Wirtz, Hlozek Roma Marash Kumbulla is listed as injured for Roma though the Italians have few personnel issues to contend with other than that. Jose Mourinho changed his side around at the weekend against Bologna (0-0) and his star turns should be fresh and firing for Thursday's semi-final as a result. Predicted Lineup for Roma: Patricio – Mancini, Smalling, Ibanez – Llorente, Matic, Cristante, Spinazzola – Pellegrini, Belotti, Abraham Player to Watch – Lorenzo Pellegrini Lorenzo Pellegrini was an influential figure in last week’s semi-final first-leg against Bayer Leverkusen and the 26-year-old had three shots and played three key passes in Roma’s 1-0 triumph. The schemer has the skills to be a real nuisance again in Thursday’s second-leg in Germany. Starting Lineups Official lineups are usually released approximately one hour before kick-off. Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma Coverage and Frequently Asked Questions Who is Bayer Leverkusen’s manager? Xabi Alonso has been in charge of Leverkusen since October last year. What time does this fixture kick off? The game is scheduled to start at 20:30 BST. Which club is favourite to win this week? Bayer Leverkusen have been priced as favourites to prevail on Thursday by the bookmakers. Make sure to check out our expert Bayer Leverkusen vs Roma prediction near the top of this preview.
Published on May 18, 2023
, Updated May 18, 2023
By
Simon Winter