Bayer Leverkusen vs. Roma: Europa League Semifinal Preview

Leverkusen Seeking Redemption, Roma Eyeing a Repeat Performance

Europa League semifinal action returns on Thursday, May 9th, as Bayer Leverkusen hosts AS Roma.

The first leg in Rome saw the Italian side emerge victorious by a score of 2-1. Leverkusen now has the task of overturning that deficit in front of their home crowd.

Bayer Leverkusen is looking to avenge their semifinal loss to Eintracht Frankfurt last year and reach their first Europa League final since 1988. Roma, on the other hand, is aiming for a repeat of their 2021 triumph.

The match is expected to be a close and exciting affair. Bayer Leverkusen has the advantage of playing at home, but Roma has shown great resilience and determination throughout the competition.

The odds are slightly in Roma's favor, with bet365 offering odds of 150 for a Roma victory and 250 for a Bayer Leverkusen victory. LeoVegas also has Roma as the slight favorites at 150, while Bayer Leverkusen is priced at 250.

The match will be played at the BayArena in Leverkusen, Germany, and will kick off at 21:00 CET.