AS Roma takes on Sevilla in the UEFA Europa League final on Wednesday, with Jose Mourinho aiming to become the most decorated head coach in European competition history. Mourinho could surpass Giovanni Trapattoni’s record if Roma secures their second consecutive piece of continental silverware in Budapest this midweek.
Mourinho boasts an impressive resume with two UEFA Champions League titles, one UEFA Europa League title, and a UEFA Cup victory before the Europa League rebrand. A win for Roma would mark his sixth European trophy, setting a new record. Sevilla, on the other hand, are no strangers to success in this competition, having claimed the title six times, making them formidable opponents.
Here’s what you need to know before the match:
How to Watch and Odds:
- Date: Wednesday, May 31
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Puskas Arena — Budapest, Hungary
- TV and Live Stream: Paramount+
- Odds: Sevilla +170; Draw: +200; Roma +180 (via Caesars Sportsbook)
How They Got Here: Sevilla navigated through the UEFA Champions League group stage before excelling in the Europa League knockout rounds. Roma finished second in their group and progressed through the knockout stage to reach the final.
Team News: Sevilla’s Yassine Bounou is expected to start in goal, while Joan Jordan and Suso have recovered from injuries. However, Tanguy Nianzou and Marcao are doubtful, and Marcos Acuna is suspended. For Roma, Paulo Dybala and Leonardo Spinazzola should be fit to play, with Nemanja Matic, Rui Patricio, and Lorenzo Pellegrini also returning.
Prediction: Expect a tightly contested match, possibly extending beyond 90 minutes and into extra time or penalties. Sevilla’s formidable record in the Europa League final meets Mourinho’s expertise in major UEFA competition finals. Prediction: Sevilla 1, Roma 2 (after extra time).