Roma vs Porto Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | UEFA Europa League, February 20, 2025
Roma vs Porto Preview
- Tournament: UEFA Europa League
- Date: Thursday, February 20
- Kick-off Time: 08:00 PM GMT
- Venue: Stadio Olimpico.
AS Roma hosts FC Porto in the second leg of the 2024/25 UEFA Europa League Knockout Play-offs in the Italian capital following a 1-1 stalemate in the reverse fixture in Lisbon last week. Roma had opened the scoreline in their first leg through Mehmet Zeki Celik’s goal, however, Francisco Moura smashed the equalizer in the second half to share the spoils.
The Serie A club have steadily built momentum since the veteran manager Claudio Ranieri took charge of the Giallorossi as their head coach, following two straight sackings. They are enjoying a remarkable 9-game unbeaten streak in the Italian top-flight after securing a close 1-0 victory over Parma on the weekend and finished in 15th position in the Europa League phase. In the past five outings, Roma have two wins and draws, with a single loss against AC Milan.
Whilst, the Portuguese giants were fortunate enough to snatch a draw at home against the Italian counterparts, before securing a narrow 1- 0 league win over Farense courtesy of a goal from Francisco Moura. Meanwhile, FC Porto boss Martín Anselmi has recorded an impressive start to life in the dugout for Porto. The Dragons finished 18th in the league phase, and have not suffered defeat in the last five matches in all competitions.
Roma Team News
The midfield starter duo Alexis Saelemaekers and Bryan Cristante are suspended for this game, the latter was shown the red card after picking up two yellow cards. Right back Devyne Rensch is sidelined due to muscle injury and new signings Lucas Gourna-Douath and Anass Salah-Eddine are left out of the Europa squad.
Porto Team News
The visitors have two unavailabilities in their traveling squad, Marko Grujic and Martim Fernandes are injured. Porto coach, Anselmi should be looking to recall his main players such as Stephen Eustaquio, Tiago Djalo, Alan Varela and Samu Aghehowa in this crucial away clash.
Roma vs Porto Predicted Lineups
Roma Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1):
Goalkeeper: Svilar
Defenders: Mancini, Hummels, Ndicka
Midfielders: Abdulhamid, Kone, Paredes, Angelino
Forward: Soule, Pellegrini; Dovbyk
Porto Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1):
Goalkeeper: Costa
Defenders: Djalo, Perez, Otavio
Midfielders: Mario, Eustaquio, Varela, Moura
Forward: Pepe, Mora; Aghehowa
Roma vs Porto Head-to-Head Record
Ahead of the reverse fixture, Roma and Porto have met 7 times across the European competitions; UEFA Champions League and Europa League respectively. The Rome-based outfit has only won once and the Portuguese side has been victorious on three occasions while playing as many draws.
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 13.02.2025 | Porto 1-1 Roma | UEFA Europa League |
| 06.03.2019 | Porto 3-1 Roma | UEFA Champions League |
| 12.02.2019 | Roma 2-1 Roma | UEFA Champions League |
| 23.08.2016 | Roma 0-3 Roma | Champions League Qualifiers |
| 17.08.2016 | Porto 1-1 Roma | UEFA Champions League |
Key Players to watch in Roma vs Porto
Artem Dovbyk (Roma)
The Ukraine striker is the top scorer for AS Roma this season, netting 13 goals including two goals in the Europa League in addition to 4 assists in 33 appearances in all competitions. The 27-year-old was rested in their recent Serie A outings and should be starting fresh in attack in a key home European fixture. Dovbyk boasts an xG of 8.65.
Francisco Moura (Porto)
The 25-year-old left-back has found the back of the net in his two successive outings, one of them being against the same Italian rivals in the first leg of the playoff. This season, Moura has played a pivotal role for the Dragons on the left side of defence and also made notable contributions in attacks amassing two goals and 8 assists in a total of 30 outings.
Roma vs Porto Prediction
The odds are laboriously in favour of Claudio Ranieri-managed hosts, they are currently enjoying a hot streak though struggled to replicate the same form in Europe. However, with the home support and conditions, the Yellow and Golden brigade should overcome the Porto challenge to clinch a birth in the next round.
Predicted Score: Roma 2-1 Porto
Where to Watch Roma vs Porto Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | NBC platforms |
| UK | Sky Sports |
| India | Sony liv |
FAQs
When is Roma vs Porto?
Roma vs Porto will be played on Thursday, February 20th.
Where to watch Roma vs Porto for free?
The game between Roma and Porto is available to watch on Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream.
What is the predicted score for Roma vs Porto?
The predicted score for the game is Roma 2-1 Porto.
What is the recent head-to-head for Roma vs Porto?
In the recent, clash Roma and Porto played a 1-1 draw in the first leg.