
UEFA Europa League
8:00 p.mMarch 19, 2026
Round of 16

AS Roma3 – 4
VAT:(1-2)
Added:(4-5)

bologna*Olympic Stadium
Referee: Istvan Kovacs, Romania


AS Roma


bologna
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2.04
Expected Goals (xG)
1.69
Passing by
573 (82%)
Accurate passes
346 (75%)
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99
G
Mile Svilar
6.2
22
d
Mario Hermoso
6.2
d
Gianluca Mancini
43
m
Wesley
7.2
17
m
Manu Cone
6.6
4
m
Bryan Cristante (C)
6.7
m
Zeki Celik
92
F
Stephan El Shaarawy
6.7
61
F
Niccolò Pisilli
7.2
F
Donyell Malen
69′
trainer
Piero Gasperini Gian

UEFA Europa League Ranking – UEFA Europa League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Europa League (Play Off: Round of 16)
- Promotion – Europa League (Play Off: 1/16 final)
Bologna secured an impressive 4-3 extra-time win against AS Roma in a thrilling UEFA Europa League clash at the Estadio Olimpico. Substitute Nicolò Cambiaghi scored the decisive goal in extra time.
AS Roma entered the tie looking to capitalize on their formidable European record and passionate home support. Bologna, often seen as underdogs, looked to defy expectations and continue their spirited continental campaign.
The visitors struck first in the 22nd minute as Jonathan Rowe fired home a clinical finish for Bologna, assisted by Santiago Castro. However, Rome responded quickly.
Evan Ndicka equalized in the 32nd minute, after a precise delivery from captain Lorenzo Pellegrini. Bologna regained the lead shortly before the break.
Federico Bernardeschi converted a penalty in the 45+2 minute and left the visiting fans in awe. The intense first half set the stage for more drama.
Roma faced a challenge at the break, needing a strong performance in the second half. Bologna, for its part, had to maintain its defensive form. The game remained well balanced.
Bologna extended their lead shortly after the restart. Santiago Castro slotted home in the 58th minute, with Rowe turning provider to make it 3-1. Rome refused to surrender.
They won a penalty of their own in the 69th minute. Donyell Malen calmly converted, reducing the difference to 3-2. The dramatic comeback was completed in the 80th minute.
Captain Lorenzo Pellegrini got his goal to draw Roma 3-3. This thrilling tie forced extra time and electrified the Stadio Olimpico crowd.
Both teams pressed for a winner in a tense overtime. Bologna finally found their breakthrough in the 111th minute. Substitute Nicolò Cambiaghi scored the winning goal with an assist from T. Dallinga.
Bologna held firm after a flurry of yellow cards late on to secure their famous win. The dramatic confrontation ended with the triumph of Bologna by 4-3.
Roma dominated possession with 61% and recorded more total shots (24 to Bologna’s 14). Bologna, however, proved to be more clinical, converting 9 shots on goal into 4 goals.
This electrifying 4-3 victory saw Bologna finish in the UEFA Europa League, marking a historic night for the club. AS Roma will rue missed chances and a surprising start at home.

