Will Bayer Leverkusen remain undefeated? This is part of the challenge of the Europa League semi-final return between the German club and AS Roma this Thursday. Victorious (2-0) at the Stadio Olimpico a week ago, the team led by
But beyond qualifying for its first European final in twenty-two years and remaining in contention for a historic Bundesliga, German Cup and Europa League treble, Leverkusen also wants to preserve its incredible unbeaten run. Never caught behind this season, the residents of the BayArena remain 48 games unbeaten and aim to become the first club of the modern era to complete a season remaining undefeated in all competitions.
Full of confidence, Granit Xhaka and his partners remain on a 5-1 victory on the pitch of Eintracht Frankfurt this Sunday. Crowned German champions since April 14, all their concentration is now turned towards this semi-final return against the Romans who are losing momentum.
After a long positive period following the appointment as coach of Daniele De Rossi at the start of 2024, the Giallorossi are no longer moving forward and have won only one of their last five matches. However, they have in their ranks the second best scorer in the Europa League, Romelu Lukaku and the third best passer, Stephan El-Shaarawy. Enough to bring down Leverkusen?
The Europa League semi-final return leg between Bayer Leverkusen and AS Roma will take place this Thursday, May 9 at 9 p.m. The meeting will be followed live on RMC Sport 1.
