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Europa League Semi-Finals: AS Roma and Bayer Leverkusen Square Off
AS Roma and Bayer Leverkusen are set to face off in the Europa League semi-finals, with both teams boasting impressive histories in the competition.
Roma, currently in their 99th season and 74th consecutive season in Italy's top flight, have been in strong form this pre-season. The Italian giants have recorded impressive wins against Trastevere Calcio (14-0) and UniPomezia (9-0), indicating a potent attacking threat. The team has also bolstered their attack, with the addition of Evan Ferguson and Leon Bailey on loan, joining existing attackers like Paulo Dybala and Artem Dovbyk.
On the other hand, Bayer Leverkusen, recent winners of the Bundesliga in the 2023-24 season, have shown a high-pressing, aggressive style. This tactical approach has led to impressive statistics in terms of turnovers and ball recoveries. Their recent form, however, has shown some defensive vulnerability, with an attacking average of 1.8 goals per match and conceding 2.6 goals in their last five matches.
The teams' head-to-head record in the Europa League is not directly available, but Bayer has played Inter Milan once since 2020, resulting in a loss, while Roma's recent head-to-head concerns Inter Milan, not Bayer.
Coaches Jose Mourinho for Roma and Xabi Alonso for Bayer have both outlined their strategies for the semi-finals. Mourinho has stated that his team can play for the result in the return match, focusing on pragmatic football and maintaining the winning score. Alonso, on the other hand, has expressed his team's intent to play as the first number and be aggressive in attack in the return match.
The home support is expected to be a significant factor for Bayer in the return match. With the first game resulting in a narrow loss for Bayer, they will need to play much better than in the first game and aim for a win to have a chance at the Europa League final.
As both teams prepare for this highly anticipated clash, fans can look forward to a thrilling contest between two competitive clubs with different but impressive recent credentials.
[1] Roma's Pre-Season Form and Transfer Activity [2] Bayer Leverkusen's Recent Head-to-Head Record [3] Bayer Leverkusen's Recent Form [4] AS Roma's Season History [5] Bayer Leverkusen's 2023-24 Bundesliga Title
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