AS Roma vs Bologna prediction 19.03.2026 | Europa League

For most of the 2025/26 season, AS Roma were among the top four teams in Serie A. However, it seems that Gian Piero Gasperini's team has recently lost pace with the best teams in the country, as AS Roma has slipped to sixth place. Giallorossi have been struggling recently with four games in a row without a victory. In the most recent outing, AS Roma lost 2-1 on the road against Como. The guests ended with 34% ball possession and only three shots on goal, so it would be completely undeserved if AS Roma came away with points.

AS Roma lost over the weekend, but the head coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, still praised his team. He said, "These guys are really giving their all, even in difficult situations. We know we're in a crucial moment, but above all, I can't fault these guys for their willpower and desire to do anything. Things aren't going well for us. On Sunday in Genoa, there was a sensational penalty that would have allowed us to go 2-1 up, but then we lost the match. Something similar happened today."

Artem Dovbyk, Paulo Dybala, Evan Ferguson, and Matias Soule are injured and will not play on Thursday night. Also, Zeki Celik is questionable, and his status will be clearer closer to the kickoff.

Bologna have another solid season. They are a mid-table team in Serie A with some chances to sneak into the Conference League for the next year. Bologna's form is encouraging, as Vincenzo Italiano's team won six of the last eight matches. In the previous game, Bologna won 1-0 on the road against Sassuolo. The teams were pretty even throughout the match, but the visitors' much better efficiency was enough for a valuable victory.

Vincenzo Italiano was very satisfied after last weekend's win. He said, "The lads played well. I am disappointed about the injuries, but this win allows us to prepare well for Thursday's match. We know how important and difficult it is, but we'll make our presence felt."

Nikola Moro and Lorenzo De Silvestri suffered injuries against Sassuolo, and it is still unknown whether they will play on Thursday night in Rome. Bologna will also be without suspended Juan Miranda.