FC Porto vs AS Roma Prediction & Tips
This match in Portugal could compete with some of the Champions League playoff matches. However, despite the status of the teams, both Porto and Roma are going through difficult times, as reflected in their performances this season.
Porto’s recent results have perplexed the fans of the ‘Blue-Whites’. In their last 8 matches, the ‘Dragons’ have only managed one victory: in their away match against Maccabi Tel Aviv. At home, the team has now failed to cheer its fans for three consecutive matches. The last time the Dragons celebrated a victory was last year.
In the Europa League, the ‘Dragons’ have not had an outstanding performance. Porto finished the group stage in a modest 18th position, scoring only 11 points in 8 matches. At home, the ‘dragons’ managed two wins, over Hoffenheim and Midtjylland, a draw against Manchester United and a disappointing defeat against Olympiakos.
It is worth noting that in the winter transfer window, the Dragons lost two key players. The leader of the last few years, the Brazilian Galeno, made his transfer to Saudi Arabia to the club Al Ahli. In addition, in the last days of the transfer window, Manchester City signed Nico Gonzalez from Porto. These losses will undoubtedly influence the team’s performance, as both players were key figures on the pitch.
Roma have had a similar situation. The ‘Wolves’ finished the league phase in Europe in a modest 15th position, with most of their points coming at home. Away from Rome things were worse: only 2 points, thanks to draws against Tottenham and Royal Union.
In the last 3 rounds of Serie A, Roma have taken 7 points, with two away wins and a draw with leaders Napoli at home. This has allowed the ‘Wolves’ to move up to 9th place in the table. However, despite the positive results, the gap to the Champions League zone currently stands at 11 points. In this situation, it seems logical to assume that it will be easier for the ‘wolves’ to focus on the Europa League, where they still have the opportunity to show their strength and fight for a European trophy, than to try to overcome such a significant gap in the championship.
FC Porto – AS Roma FREE TIPS
Both Teams to Score – YES @ 1.70
