The second leg between Roma and Real Madrid will be held on Tuesday, 8 March 2016, in what will be an uphill struggle for the Serie A side.
Predicted Outcome
In all the past meetings of the two teams, Roma won four times against Real Madrid. They only lost one match. The statistics include the most recent matches held in 2014 and 2015. This also includes Roma’s 1-0 away victory at Bernabeu. The results of this meeting can act as a prediction for the outcome of the 8 March 2016 game. In all the past encounters, Roma have managed to score and win over Real Madrid regardless of the stadia.
A Punter’s Prediction
The game will go for under 2.5 goals. Roma will secure the win, or the match will end in a draw. However, this will depend on Roma’s ability to stop Cristiano Ronaldo. The leader of the Portuguese team (the favourite for their group in Euro 2016) is expected to be the greatest threat for Roma in Madrid. A smart punter will have to watch the first twenty minutes of the match and understand Roma’s ability to handle Real Madrid’s attacks.
Zidane’s Contribution to Real Madrid
The appointment of Zinedine Zidane as the principal coach for Real Madrid has strengthened the team. It has also improved the team’s performances of late. In 2016 to date, the Frenchman has attained a good start. His team has won five matches this season, losing only a single match. Zidane has a vast experience in Championship League matches as wel and he is renowned for his stunning score against Bayer Leverkusen in 2002. Zidane’s guidance has made Real Madrid an even tough opponent in the second leg of the tie.
