AZ Alkmaar vs Roma: Prediction for the Europa League match

2025-01-23 18:45
Europa League

2025-01-23 18:45:00
Europa League

AZ enters the game with an impressive 11-match unbeaten streak. In contrast, Roma has struggled on the road, failing to secure an away victory since April of last year. At home, AZ averages 1.8 goals per game, while Roma has managed an average of just 1 goal per game in their away fixtures. Notably, this will be the first-ever meeting between these two teams.

AZ Alkmaar

Losses to Tottenham and Athletic Bilbao have effectively ended AZ’s hopes of competing for a place in the top eight of the Europa League. Adding to their struggles was an unexpected draw against Ludogorets in the previous round. Any further dropped points in the upcoming match could seriously jeopardize their playoff aspirations. Additionally, AZ’s current form leaves much to be desired, as they sit in sixth place in the Eredivisie standings.

Roma

Claudio Ranieri has managed to breathe new life into Roma, but the club’s early-season struggles have left them with significant ground to make up. The “Giallorossi” are currently ninth in Serie A, although the gap to the European qualification zone remains manageable.

Roma’s Europa League campaign has also been far from smooth. Despite suffering only one defeat, to Elfsborg, their nine points from six matches leave their playoff hopes uncertain. Even securing victories in both of their remaining games might not guarantee a place in the Round of 16.

Prediction

With so much at stake for both sides, a cautious and tightly contested game seems likely. A high-scoring affair appears improbable, making a bet on "Total under 3 goals" a sensible option.

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