Roma Triumphs in Europa League Showdown Against AC Milan
AS Roma emerged victorious in a nail-biting first leg of their Europa League quarterfinal against AC Milan, securing a narrow 1-0 win at the iconic San Siro stadium. The crucial match, held on Thursday, saw Gianluca Mancini score the only goal, giving Roma a significant advantage as they head into the second leg of the competition.
West Ham Faces Uphill Battle Against Bayer Leverkusen
In another gripping Europa League quarterfinal fixture, West Ham United is set to face a formidable challenge against Bayer Leverkusen. Leverkusen, unbeaten this season and leading the Bundesliga, are the favorites. Yet, West Ham’s Vladimír Coufal remains optimistic, expressing hopes of derailing the German side’s trophy aspirations this season.
Bayer Leverkusen vs. West Ham: Viewing Details
The anticipated match between Bayer Leverkusen and West Ham is scheduled for Thursday, April 11, with kick-off at 3 p.m. ET. Fans in Canada can catch the action live on DAZN, the exclusive broadcaster for the 2023-24 UEFA Europa League. Subscription details for DAZN include a monthly option at $24.99 CAD and an annual pass for $199.99 CAD, providing access to a wide array of sports content beyond football.
AC Milan’s Defensive Dilemma
AC Milan’s coach Stefano Pioli faces a selection predicament for the crucial matchup against Roma, particularly in deciding his centre-back pairing. With Fikayo Tomori suspended and Pierre Kalulu injured, the choice between Malick Thiaw and Simon Kjaer to partner Matteo Gabbia is pivotal. Despite the limited instances of Gabbia-Thiaw pairing, their performance statistics reveal a promising potential, making Pioli’s decision all the more critical for Milan’s defensive strategy.
The Europa League quarterfinals have set the stage for thrilling encounters, with teams battling for supremacy. As Roma takes a slender lead against AC Milan, and West Ham prepares to challenge the might of Bayer Leverkusen, the question remains: Who will emerge victorious and advance closer to the coveted Europa League trophy?