Claudio Ranieri has overseen a significant turnaround at Roma in recent months, and they now brace themselves for a Europa League showdown against an Athletic Club side that views lifting the trophy as its destiny.
The Giallorossi enter Thursday's clash on the back of a six-match unbeaten streak, having clinched their fourth consecutive victory over the weekend. At the Stadio Olimpico, their fortress-like form continues—unbeaten in 11 outings, with 10 wins and a lone blemish in the form of a 1-1 draw against title-chasing Napoli.
Athletic Club, meanwhile, saw their own six-game undefeated run snapped by Atletico Madrid last weekend. The Basque outfit has only managed three victories in their last eight across all competitions, and their away form is concerning—winless in their last four on the road, a statistic that does not inspire confidence ahead of their visit to the Italian capital.
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Roma vs Athletic Club kick-off time
The UEFA Europa League match between Roma and Athletic Club will be played at Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy.
It will kick off at 12:00 pm PT / 3:00 pm ET on Thursday, March 6, 2025, in the US.
Team news & squads
Roma vs Athletic Bilbao lineups
3-4-2-1
Formation
4-2-3-1
ATHROM-Line up
ROMSubstitutes
Manager
C. Ranieri
ATH-Line up
ATHSubstitutes
Manager
E. Valverde
Injuries and Suspended players
Injuries and Suspensions
Injuries and Suspensions
Roma team news
For Roma, top scorer Artem Dovbyk made a triumphant return from injury, finding the net as a substitute, and could now reclaim a starting role at the expense of Eldor Shomurodov. His strike partner remains uncertain, as Paulo Dybala may be rested by Ranieri, opening the door for emerging talents like Matias Soule, Nicolo Pisilli, and Tommaso Baldanzi to stake their claim in the supporting roles.
However, Baldanzi is one of five players walking a suspension tightrope for the second leg, while Leandro Paredes has already accumulated enough bookings to serve a one-match ban. As a result, Bryan Cristante is poised to anchor the midfield.
Athletic Club team news
On the visitors' side, Oihan Sancet passed a late fitness test and will make the trip to Italy, though Alvaro Djalo remains out with an ankle injury.
As has been the case throughout the campaign, Inaki Williams is expected to spearhead the attack alongside his younger brother Nico Williams, with Gorka Guruzeta and Maroan Sannadi vying for the remaining attacking slot.
Form
ROM-Form
ROM- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 11/4
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 3/5
- Both teams scored
- 3/5
ATH-Form
ATHAtletico Madrid
1
-
0
Athletic Bilbao
L
Athletic Bilbao
7
-
1
Real Valladolid
W
Espanyol
1
-
1
Athletic Bilbao
D
Athletic Bilbao
3
-
0
Girona
W
Real Betis
2
-
2
Athletic Bilbao
D
- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 13/5
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 3/5
- Both teams scored
- 3/5
Head-to-Head Record
ROMLast 2 matches
ATH0
Wins
2
Draws
0
Wins
Goals scored
3- Games over 2.5 goals
- 1/2
- Both teams scored
- 2/2