- Date and Time: February 13, 2025, 20:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Estádio do Dragão, Porto, Portugal
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| Porto vs Roma | February 13, 2025, 20:00 GMT+1 |
| Porto odds | 2.31 |
| Roma odds | 2.99 |
| Draw | 3.48 |
| Over\Under | 1.90/1.89 |
Porto vs Roma Preview and Team News
Porto Team News
Porto managed to secure a sport in the Europa League playoffs after a tumultuous campaign. However, Roma may not be an ideal pairing for them as Claudio Ranieri’s side have been in good form lately.
In the previous round, Porto drew against Sporting (1-1) at home in what turned out to be a chaotic match. The hosts equalized in the 94th minute thanks to Danny Namaso’s goal but were unable to clinch the victory.
Now the attention will be turned to the Europa League. Ahead of the first-leg clash, Porto will be without Martim Fernandes, Ivan Marcano and Marko Grujic. Otavio, who did not feature in the last fixture due to yellow cards, will likely return to the lineup.
Porto predicted lineup vs Roma (3-4-3): Costa; Djalo, Perez, Pedro; João Mário, Eustáquio, Moura, Otavio; Pepê, Samu, Mora.
Roma Team News
Roma grabbed a crucial Serie A victory against Venezia thanks to a penalty kick from Paulo Dybala. Claudio Ranieri’s men are now ninth with 34 points and it will be difficult to qualify even for the Europa League.
The only hope for Roma would be success in the European second top-tier and while Porto are tough opponents, they can pass this obstacle. That being said, Roma will need cautious play in the defence and unity in the attack.
The visitors have no serious injury worries except Leandro Paredes. Renato Marin will not feature either. Mats Hummels was given a rest against Venezia but he will feature in the upcoming match.
Roma predicted lineup vs Porto (3-4-2-1): Svilar; Hummels, Ndicka, Mancini; Angelino, Rensch, Cristante, Kone; Dybala, Pellegrini; Dovbyk.
Bet herePorto vs Roma Prediction
- Pick: Roma or Draw
- Odds: 1.64 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Porto 1-1 Roma
Roma and Porto have met each other before and while the hosts have a slight advantage, we think that the situation is different now. Porto have lost Nico during the winter transfer window, and it will be difficult to replace him properly.
Moreover, Roma have been more convincing in the Europa Leagu and have more experience playing in this tournament. Despite their problems, they won’t sit back in the defence and try to exploit Porto’s weaknesses.
For sure, no team are favourites at Dragão but we expect Roma to get at least a draw in this clash. Our first pick here would be Roma or draw.
Porto vs Roma Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Under 2.5 Goals
- Odds: 1.89 (22Bet)
Neither team is a follower of an aggressive attacking style and as it is a principal match, we anticipate the clubs to act more carefully in the defence. It is not likely that we will see plenty of moments in front of the goal, and the majority of the game will be slow-paced.
Looking at the stats from recent matches, we saw less than three goals scored in six out of eight of Porto’s last fixtures. The hosts know how to close spaces in the defence and limit opportunities for their opponents.
Roma, on the other hand, can do the same and build a defensive wall. We think that it will be a tense game with a few chances. Our second pick would be under 2.5 goals.
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