Roma vs Ajax Predictions

• Over 2.5 goals have been scored in five of Ajax’ last six Europa League matches.
• Both teams have scored in four of Ajax’s last six games in the competition.
• Roma have lost only three of their 22 home fixtures in all competitions this term.
• Roma hold a 2-1 advantage from last week’s first-leg.

Roma have their noses in front

Roma were a little fortunate to escape Amsterdam with a 2-1 first-leg lead last week , but with a couple of away goals in the bank, the Italian outfit are favourites to progress to the Europa League semi-finals on Thursday.

The Giallorossi were already goal down at the Johan Cruijff ArenA before the hosts won and subsequently missed a penalty in the second half, and the tie swung in Roma’s favour just four minutes later when Lorenzo Pellegrini equalized thanks to a goalkeeping howler.

Ajax pressed hard to restore their advantage, though the Dutch giants were hit with another sucker punch in the 87^th minute when Ibanez smashed home a late winner from a corner kick.

Ajax know the job at hand

Ajax created enough chances to win the first-leg twice over, and the Eredivisie leaders will need to show a more clinical edge to get themselves back into the tie on Thursday.

Erik ten Hag’s team only know one way to play, and an attack-minded Ajax are expected to push for goals from the first whistle in Rome.

Goals markets offer an opportunity

Ajax’s pursuit of parity and goals should open up counter-attacking chances for Roma on Thursday, and an end-to-end slugfest is anticipated as a result.

The Dutch side rarely leave viewers bored, and over 2.5 goals have been scored in five of their last six Europa League fixtures. Both teams got in on the act in a further four of those contests, and bettors are advised to back goals again in Thursday’s second-leg.

With Ajax chasing a result and Roma ready to raid on the break, the over 2.5 goals and both teams to score combination could be worth exploring, while our 2-2 correct score prediction tips the hosts to book their place in the Europa League semi-finals.

Roma have lost just three times in 22 home matches in all competitions this season, and their strong form on their own patch should see them over the line in the Eternal City.