AS Roma vs Braga Prediction 12.12.2024 | Europa League

• Competition: Europa League
• Date: 12.12.2024
• Kickoff: 17:45 UK / 18:45 CET
• Venue: Stadio Olimpico (Rome)

Roma is facing huge problems this season. They don't look good in Serie A, where they trail league leaders Atalanta by 18 points, nor in the Europa League.

In just a few months, the club has gone through three head coaches, and for the third time in his career, the experienced Claudio Ranieri has stepped in as the savior. Roma is currently in a disappointing 21st position in Europe's second-most prestigious competition. In five matches played, they've only managed to collect 6 points. In the last round, they put in a decent performance against Spurs in an away game, which ended in a draw. The Roman club and its players approached the match with a good attitude and were ultimately rewarded with a last-minute goal that helped them avoid another defeat.

Braga finds itself in a slightly better position. The Portuguese club has accumulated 7 points so far, which currently places them in 18th position in the standings. Braga broke a run of three consecutive matches without a win in the last round, defeating Hoffenheim 3-0 at home. In the meantime, they've played three domestic league matches, securing two wins and one draw.

Roma vs Braga prediction: ROMA TO WIN

In his fourth match on the bench in this stint, Ranieri finally secured his first victory. Roma defeated Lecce 4-1 at the Olimpico last weekend. While Lecce may not be the strongest opponent at the moment, every win is crucial for a struggling team like Roma. The gameplay looked much more fluid than in previous matches, and that could be the recipe for better results moving forward.

Braga is certainly a much tougher opponent, but with the right approach and support from the stands, a victory shouldn't be out of reach.