Athletic Bilbao vs. Roma - prediction, free live stream , lineups

The upcoming Europa League clash between Athletic Bilbao and Roma presents an intriguing matchup, with both teams vying for advancement in the tournament. Athletic Bilbao approaches this second leg needing to overturn a 2-1 deficit from the first encounter. Notably, they have demonstrated impressive form at home, winning all four of their Europa League fixtures at San Mames this season and maintaining a scoring streak that extends to 17 consecutive European matches. However, Roma enters the match with momentum derived from their recent undefeated run and a history of success in knockout formats after securing an advantage in the initial leg.

Athletic Bilbao and Roma will resume their Europa League round of 16 clash in the second leg on Thursday evening at San Mames Barria. The winner of this last 16 tie between Los Leones and I Giallorossi will move on to face either Rangers or Fenabahce in the quarter-final.

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The hosts have it all to do this week after losing the first leg of this tie 2-1 at Stadio Olimpico. Athletic Club have won eight of their last 10 home games against Italian opposition in all European competitions (W8 D1 L1). Roma, on the other hand, have not fared well in this part of the world, managing only two wins in their last 12 away games in Spain. 

Athletic Bilbao possible starting lineup: Agirrezabala; De Marcos, Nunez, Paredes, Yuri; Jauregizar, Ruiz De Galarreta; I. Williams, Gomez, N. Williams; Sannadi

Roma possible starting lineup: Svilar; Rensch, Mancini, Ndicka; Saelemaekers, Paredes, Cristante, Angelino; Dybala, Baldanzi; Dovbyk

Predictions for this fixture suggest a high-scoring affair, with analysts forecasting "goals galore" given both teams' attacking capabilities . Athletic Bilbao's lineup is expected to feature key players such as Simon and Williams, while Roma's anticipated starting eleven includes notable names like Pellegrini and Hummels. Despite their recent struggles, Bilbao's home advantage could play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of this decisive encounter.

Roma, revitalized under Ranieri despite winning only two of their last 12 away games in Spain (losing eight), visit a struggling Athletic side. Roma's high confidence, contrasting with Athletic's recent slump, threatens the hosts' hopes for a home final.

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