Roma vs Dynamo Kyiv: Europa League Match Preview and Predictions

Roma is set to host Dynamo Kyiv in a crucial UEFA Europa League Group Stage match on Thursday, October 24, 2024. The game, scheduled for a 17:45 BST kick-off, will be played at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.

Roma, who have not scored in their last two games, are looking to break their winless streak. They have two wins across all competitions this season, both of which came at home. The Giallorossi drew 1-1 with Athletic Bilbao and lost 1-0 to Elfsborg in their previous Europa League matches. Roma coach Ivan Juric is expected to make several changes to his lineup, with Mats Hummels, the 2014 World Cup winner, likely to make his Roma debut. Tommaso Baldanzi and Matias Soule are also expected to start in supporting roles behind centre-forward Artem Dovbyk.

Dynamo Kyiv, on the other hand, have had a tough start to their Europa League campaign, losing 3-0 to Lazio and 2-0 to Hoffenheim. Despite their poor record in the Europa League, Dynamo Kyiv recently secured a 5-1 win over Obolon Kyiv in the Ukrainian Premier League, indicating some form of resurgence. However, their away record against Italian teams is bleak, with only one win in 13 matches, which came against Roma in 2004.

The match will be available to watch in the UK via TNT Extra and online through Discovery+, while viewers in the USA can tune in through the CBS Goals Network and online via Paramount+.

Predictions suggest that Roma, with their home advantage, are likely to secure a narrow win. Betting tips include Roma to win, over 2.5 goals, and at least one goal to be scored in the second half. Additionally, there is a high likelihood of Artem Dovbyk scoring or assisting a goal).