Roma welcome Bologna to the Stadio Olimpico for a Serie A clash on Sunday afternoon, with both sides looking to bounce back from midweek European disappointments. The Giallorossi were held to a 1-1 draw at Union Saint-Gilloise in the Europa League, while Bologna suffered a narrow 1-0 home defeat to AS Monaco in their Champions League fixture. This domestic encounter sees two sides with continental ambitions aiming to strengthen their positions in the Italian top flight.
Where to follow AS Roma vs Bologna FC live on TV and online
TNT Sports 2 will broadcast Roma vs Bologna live in the UK. The Serie A clash can be watched via TNT Sports' television channel or through their streaming platform with a valid subscription.
Preview and analysis of AS Roma vs Bologna FC with predictions
Roma head into this clash as slight favourites, with bookies giving the Giallorossi a 45% chance of securing all three points at the Olimpico. The odds of 2.2 for a home win reflect their marginal advantage, though it's far from a foregone conclusion. Bologna's 27% win probability suggests they're very much in with a shout, while the possibility of a stalemate sits at a similar percentage. The relatively balanced odds tell the story of what's expected to be a tight affair in the Italian capital. Bologna, priced at 3.4, are seen as underdogs but not overwhelmingly so, while the draw at 3.3 looks a tempting proposition given how evenly matched these sides appear on paper. The Rossoblu's chances aren't being dismissed by the bookmakers, suggesting they could well spring a surprise against their more fancied opponents.
AS Roma Match Performance
The Giallorossi have been enduring a rather torrid time in their recent home fixtures, displaying a concerning lack of consistency at the Stadio Olimpico. Roma's home form has been particularly underwhelming, managing just two narrow 1-0 victories against Torino and Dynamo Kyiv, whilst suffering a disappointing 1-0 defeat to title-chasing Inter. The side has struggled to find their shooting boots in front of their own supporters, netting just twice in their last three home matches. What's more worrying for Roma supporters is their defensive frailties, particularly evident in their away performances. The capital club have shipped a whopping nine goals in their last three away fixtures, including a proper hammering at the hands of Fiorentina (5-1) and a frustrating 3-2 defeat to struggling Hellas Verona. Their most recent away day saw them scrape a 1-1 draw against Union Saint-Gilloise in the Europa League, but the overall away form suggests serious defensive issues that need addressing if they're to maintain any hopes of challenging for European spots this season.
Bologna FC Recent Performance
Bologna's recent away form has been a mixed bag, showing both resilience and vulnerability on their travels. The Rossoblu managed to nick a brilliant 2-0 victory at Cagliari, but they've found European away days particularly challenging, suffering a 2-0 defeat at Villa Park in their Champions League campaign. Their ability to grind out results on the road was evident in their 2-2 draw at Genoa, where they showed proper fighting spirit to come away with a point. Looking at their overall away performances, Bologna have displayed decent defensive organisation in domestic matches, though they've struggled to replicate this form in European competitions. The Italian side have managed to find the back of the net in two of their last three away fixtures, suggesting they can pose a threat going forward, but their Champions League away form remains a concern, having failed to score in their continental travels. The contrast between their domestic and European away performances highlights the step up in quality they're facing in the Champions League.
Head-to-Head data: AS Roma vs Bologna FC
In a perfectly balanced head-to-head rivalry, Roma and Bologna have been inseparable over their last 10 meetings, with each side claiming four victories apiece and two matches ending in stalemates. The Giallorossi have shown remarkable consistency both at the Stadio Olimpico and on their travels, securing two wins in each scenario, demonstrating their ability to perform regardless of venue. The Rossoblu have matched Roma's record precisely, also notching up two home and two away victories in this fixture. Their most recent encounter on 22nd April 2024 saw Bologna emerge victorious with an impressive 3-1 away win at the Olimpico, showcasing their current form and ability to compete at the highest level. This even distribution of results between the two sides suggests a highly competitive matchup whenever these Serie A outfits lock horns.
How are AS Roma and Bologna FC doing in the league table
Bologna and Roma find themselves in mid-table positions in Serie A, with the Rossoblu sitting 9th while the Giallorossi are languishing in 12th spot. The three-place gap between the sides sees Bologna holding the higher ground in the standings, as Roma struggle to find their usual form in Italy's top flight.
