Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Bologna vs Roma in the Serie A. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 17:00 BST match.Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Bologna vs Roma in the Serie A. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 17:00 BST match.
Match Details
- Fixture: Bologna vs Roma
- Date: Saturday, 25 April 2026
- Kick-off: 17:00 BST
- Venue: Stadio Renato Dall’Ara
Our predictions for Bologna vs Roma
Match Prediction: Bologna 2-1 Roma
Bologna and Roma are set for a fascinating clash, with both teams showing flashes of brilliance in recent matches. Bologna’s home advantage and recent victories against Lecce and Cremonese suggest they might have the edge in confidence. However, Roma’s ability to grind out results, as seen in their draw against Atalanta, means they won’t be pushovers.Bologna and Roma are set for a fascinating clash, with both teams showing flashes of brilliance in recent matches. Bologna’s home advantage and recent victories against Lecce and Cremonese suggest they might have the edge in confidence. However, Roma’s ability to grind out results, as seen in their draw against Atalanta, means they won’t be pushovers.
Expect Bologna to come out strong, leveraging their 4-3-3 formation to press Roma’s backline. Roma, on the other hand, will likely rely on their 3-4-2-1 setup to control the midfield and exploit any defensive lapses. This one could be tight, but Bologna might just nick it.Expect Bologna to come out strong, leveraging their 4-3-3 formation to press Roma’s backline. Roma, on the other hand, will likely rely on their 3-4-2-1 setup to control the midfield and exploit any defensive lapses. This one could be tight, but Bologna might just nick it.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Bologna
Bologna’s recent form has been a mixed bag, but they’ve shown resilience with three wins in their last five matches. Their victories against Lecce and Cremonese were particularly impressive, showcasing their ability to control games and convert chances. The loss to Juventus might have been a setback, but their overall momentum remains positive, especially with a solid win against Sassuolo.Bologna’s recent form has been a mixed bag, but they’ve shown resilience with three wins in their last five matches. Their victories against Lecce and Cremonese were particularly impressive, showcasing their ability to control games and convert chances. The loss to Juventus might have been a setback, but their overall momentum remains positive, especially with a solid win against Sassuolo.
Recent Serie A Results:
- Loss: 0-2 vs Juventus (A)
- Win: 2-0 vs Lecce (H)
- Win: 2-1 vs Cremonese (A)
- Loss: 0-2 vs Lazio (H)
- Win: 1-0 vs Sassuolo (A)
Roma
Roma’s recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, with a win, a draw, and a couple of losses in their last five outings. Their emphatic 3-0 victory over Pisa demonstrated their attacking prowess, but the heavy defeat to Inter highlighted defensive vulnerabilities. The draw against Atalanta suggests they can hold their own against tough opponents, but they’ll need to tighten up at the back to secure a result against Bologna.Roma’s recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, with a win, a draw, and a couple of losses in their last five outings. Their emphatic 3-0 victory over Pisa demonstrated their attacking prowess, but the heavy defeat to Inter highlighted defensive vulnerabilities. The draw against Atalanta suggests they can hold their own against tough opponents, but they’ll need to tighten up at the back to secure a result against Bologna.
Recent Serie A Results:
- Draw: 1-1 vs Atalanta (H)
- Win: 3-0 vs Pisa (H)
- Loss: 2-5 vs Inter (A)
- Win: 1-0 vs Lecce (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Como (A)
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record between Bologna and Roma has been quite competitive, with Bologna having the upper hand in recent encounters. Bologna secured a memorable 3-2 victory in November 2024 and followed it up with a 3-1 win in April 2024. Roma did manage a narrow 1-0 win in their last meeting, but Bologna’s recent successes suggest they have the psychological edge heading into this fixture.The head-to-head record between Bologna and Roma has been quite competitive, with Bologna having the upper hand in recent encounters. Bologna secured a memorable 3-2 victory in November 2024 and followed it up with a 3-1 win in April 2024. Roma did manage a narrow 1-0 win in their last meeting, but Bologna’s recent successes suggest they have the psychological edge heading into this fixture.
Recent Serie A Results
- Roma 1-0 Bologna (23 Aug 2025)
- Bologna 2-2 Roma (12 Jan 2025)
- Roma 2-3 Bologna (10 Nov 2024)
- Roma 1-3 Bologna (22 Apr 2024)
- Bologna 2-0 Roma (17 Dec 2023)
Team News & Injury Report
Bologna
- Nicolò Casale (Ankle Sprain)
Roma
- Lorenzo Pellegrini (Hamstring Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Bologna (4-3-3)
- Predicted lineup: Ravaglia (GK), Helland (DF), Zortea (DF), Lucumí (DF), Miranda (DF), Pobega (MF), Freuler (MF), Sohm (MF), Orsolini (AT), Castro (AT), Cambiaghi (AT)Predicted lineup: Ravaglia (GK), Helland (DF), Zortea (DF), Lucumí (DF), Miranda (DF), Pobega (MF), Freuler (MF), Sohm (MF), Orsolini (AT), Castro (AT), Cambiaghi (AT)
Bologna’s predicted 4-3-3 formation will likely see them focus on width and pace, with Riccardo Orsolini and Nicolò Cambiaghi providing the attacking thrust. Remo Freuler’s role in midfield will be crucial in linking play and maintaining possession.Bologna’s predicted 4-3-3 formation will likely see them focus on width and pace, with Riccardo Orsolini and Nicolò Cambiaghi providing the attacking thrust. Remo Freuler’s role in midfield will be crucial in linking play and maintaining possession.
Roma (3-4-2-1)
- Predicted lineup: Svilar (GK), Ndicka (DF), Hermoso (DF), Mancini (DF), Rensch (MF), Cristante (MF), Aynaoui (MF), Çelik (MF), Malen (AT), Soulé (AT), Shaarawy (AT)Predicted lineup: Svilar (GK), Ndicka (DF), Hermoso (DF), Mancini (DF), Rensch (MF), Cristante (MF), Aynaoui (MF), Çelik (MF), Malen (AT), Soulé (AT), Shaarawy (AT)
Roma’s 3-4-2-1 setup is designed to dominate the midfield, with Bryan Cristante and Zeki Çelik expected to control the tempo. Up front, Donyell Malen and Matías Soulé will aim to exploit any gaps in Bologna’s defence.Roma’s 3-4-2-1 setup is designed to dominate the midfield, with Bryan Cristante and Zeki Çelik expected to control the tempo. Up front, Donyell Malen and Matías Soulé will aim to exploit any gaps in Bologna’s defence.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
- Orsolini vs Mancini: Orsolini’s pace and trickery will test Mancini’s defensive mettle throughout the match.Orsolini vs Mancini: Orsolini’s pace and trickery will test Mancini’s defensive mettle throughout the match.
- Sohm vs Çelik: This midfield battle could dictate the game’s flow, with both players eager to assert dominance.Sohm vs Çelik: This midfield battle could dictate the game’s flow, with both players eager to assert dominance.
- Freuler (Bologna): Freuler’s ability to dictate play and break up opposition attacks makes him pivotal for Bologna.Freuler (Bologna): Freuler’s ability to dictate play and break up opposition attacks makes him pivotal for Bologna.
- Cristante (Roma): Cristante’s leadership and passing range are vital for Roma’s midfield stability and creativity.Cristante (Roma): Cristante’s leadership and passing range are vital for Roma’s midfield stability and creativity.
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