WATCH TRAINING. Roma prepare to face AC Milan in UEFA Europa League quarter-finals

Roma Training To Face Milan

The stage is set for an all-Italian showdown as AS Roma and AC Milan lock horns in the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals. The anticipation is palpable, and fans are eagerly awaiting the clash between these two storied clubs.

AS Roma, led by manager Daniele De Rossi, is coming off a hard-fought 1-0 victory against their city rivals, Lazio, in the Serie A. The win injected confidence into the squad, and they are now laser-focused on their European campaign. Meanwhile, AC Milan cruised to a comfortable 3-0 win over Lecce, showcasing their attacking prowess.

Both teams find themselves in strong positions domestically. AS Roma currently sits in fifth place in the Serie A standings with 55 points, trailing Bologna by just three points for the final Champions League spot. AC Milan, on the other hand, occupies second place with 68 points, chasing league leaders Inter Milan.

San Siro Showdown

The first leg of the quarter-final tie will take place at the iconic San Siro stadium. The last time these two sides met at this historic venue, AC Milan emerged victorious with a convincing 3-0 win in January. Now, AS Roma aims to turn the tables and make a statement on the European stage.

Roma performance and stats

Roma

Manager: Daniele De Rossi
Rank 5th
Win 17
Draw 8
Loss 9
Goals 61-41
Diff 20
Rank 2nd
Win 4
Draw 1
Loss 1
Goals 12-4
Diff 8

In the last 9 games, it has won 5 times, drawn twice, and lost twice. In its last match, Roma lost 1-0 against Brighton & Hove Albion.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 12 goals and conceding 4.​

Roma will play the next match in Europa League against Milan on Thursday 11th of April in Milano. The prediction is Milan winning the match.​

Milan performance and stats

Milan

Manager: Stefano Pioli
Rank 2nd
Win 21
Draw 7
Loss 6
Goals 64-39
Diff 25
Rank 3rd
Win 2
Draw 2
Loss 2
Goals 5-8
Diff -3

In the last 4 games, it has won 3 times and lost once. In its last match, Milan won 1-3 against Slavia Praha.​​

Milan will play the next match in Europa League against Roma on Thursday 11th of April in Milano. The prediction is Milan winning the match.​