AS Roma vs Brighton prediction 07.03.2024

• Competition: Europa League, 1/8 Finals
• Date: Thursday, 7th March 2024
• Kickoff: 17:45 UTC / 18:45 CET
• Venue: Stadio Olimpico (Rome)

Over the past five years, AS Roma have consistently just missed out on being among Italy’s top four teams, hence failing to secure a spot in the Champions League each time. Even the “Special One,” Mourinho, couldn’t achieve this for them. However, under Mourinho’s leadership, AS Roma performed impressively in Europe, bagging the Europa Conference League title and reaching the Europa League finals in the last two seasons. In a surprising move this year, the club released Mourinho mid-season &— a decision that appears to be paying off. Under De Rossi’s management, AS Roma have been excellent, and they are only four points away from a coveted 4th place position in Serie A.

Under the leadership of Coach De Zerbi, Brighton has evolved into one of England’s most stable football teams. They secured a 6th place finish last year, marking the first time in the club’s history to qualify for European competition. In Europe, the Seagulls put on an impressive performance, clinching first place in the challenging Group B, which included teams like Marseille, Ajax, and AEK. However, their European commitments, along with a steady run of injuries, have had an impact on their Premier League performance, where they are currently placed 9th with 39 points from 27 rounds. The Seagulls are facing a difficult period, having secured only one victory out of the last five games.

AS Roma vs Brighton pick: AS Roma to win

Roma is currently performing excellently, having secured four consecutive victories, one of which was won after a penalty shootout. Since De Rossi took over, AS Roma has only experienced one defeat in nine matches. However, this defeat was against Inter, one of the top teams globally this season. Despite this, AS Roma still had a commendable performance in that game.

Brighton’s recent form has been dismal, with their only victory in the last five games being against the Premier League’s bottom team, Sheffield United. They have suffered consecutive losses against Wolves and Fulham, failing to hit the back of the net in both matches. Their away game performance is also a cause for concern as they have lost four out of five recent matches and conceded ten goals, despite not having a tough schedule.

We believe that AS Roma, having a significant advantage in form, should secure a victory in the first leg at Stadio Olimpico. The difference in form is just too great, positioning the Italian team favorably.