Pellegrini favored over El Shaarawy in Bologna clash | OneFootball

Roma’s season has played out for the better part of its history at the Olimpico.

In front of a stadium ready to be painted in yellow and red, Gasperini’s team hosts Italiano’s Bologna. It’s the second leg of the round of 16, and the match begins with a 1-1 draw at the Dall’Ara.

It’s a do-or-die game, with the winner advancing to the quarterfinals, where Aston Villa will face Lille (0-1 in the first leg). Kick-off is Thursday, March 19th at 9:00 PM.

Gasperini is ready to field his best eleven.

Koné and Mancini are not in top form, but they are expected to start.

The Frenchman will be in midfield alongside Pisilli.

To partner Malen in attack, Pellegrini and El Shaarawy will be in the running, with the former having the upper hand. Behind them, Bryan Cristante.