Leandro Paredes shared insights into Roma’s transformation under the guidance of Daniele De Rossi ahead of their Europa League semi-final against Bayer Leverkusen.

Since De Rossi’s arrival in January, Roma has emerged as one of Serie A’s most formidable teams, securing nine victories in 14 league fixtures under his leadership, positioning them favorably for Champions League qualification.

Their success extends beyond domestic competition, with notable triumphs over Feyenoord, Brighton, and Milan in the Europa League knockout stages, setting the stage for a showdown with Bayer Leverkusen in the semi-finals.

In a press conference via TMW, Paredes emphasized the collective and individual development fostered by De Rossi’s infectious enthusiasm and tactical approach, which has resonated well with the team.

Reflecting on his personal relationship with the 2006 World Cup champion, Paredes lauded De Rossi’s coaching prowess and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work under him, underscoring the privilege and honor it represents.

Addressing the significance of experience in anticipation of the pivotal Europa League encounter, Paredes highlighted the team’s aspiration to maintain their elevated standards, emphasizing the necessity of performing at their peak to secure victory.

Leandro Paredes

Leandro Daniel Paredes

Defender, Midfielder

Argentina

Age: 30

180 cm

80 kg

Season 2023/2024
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Played 33 3 Missed
Minutes 2575 78.0 Avg
Goals 3 0.1 Avg
Assist 5 0.2 Avg
Attempt 13 0.4 Avg
Passes 1958 59.387.6% AvgSucc
Yellow 14 0.4 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 11 times for 860 minutes for Europa League.

Leandro Paredes didn’t score any goal for Roma. He procured two assists. He received 2 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 5th in Europa League. In the last match Roma drew 2-2 against Napoli.

Roma performance and stats

Roma

Manager: Daniele De Rossi
Serie A
Rank 6th
Win 17
Draw 9
Loss 10
Goals 63-44
Diff 19
Europa League
Rank 2nd
Win 4
Draw 1
Loss 1
Goals 12-4
Diff 8
Top 3 Scorers
R.Lukaku (7)
G.Mancini (3)
A.Belotti (3)
This season
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Roma is currently 2nd in the Europa League with 13 points.

In the last 11 games, it has won 7 times, drawn twice, and lost twice. In its last match, Roma won 2-1 against Milan.​​

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

Roma will play the next match in Europa League against Bayer 04 Leverkusen on Thursday 2nd of May in Roma. The prediction is Bayer 04 Leverkusen winning the match.​