AS Roma is a famous football club with an illustrious past, but how do they measure up against Europe’s best?
Here’s a quick overview of where Roma stands in the context of European football and some of the factors at play when it comes to their performance, their recent history of transfers and future challenges.
Roma’s Current Form and Standing
Roma had been in good form lately, particularly in Serie A, Italy’s top league. They’ve been one of the best teams in the league over the last couple of games, unbeaten in 11 matches (8 wins, 3 draws).
This good run has seen them climb to eighth place, just a few points behind the top teams qualifying for the Champions League. Their upcoming schedule is brutal with matches against the strong Juventus, Lazio, and AC Milan.
How they perform in these games will determine whether they can move up among Europe’s elite next season. The latest football betting odds reflect this, where Roma’s chances have improved but still show the challenge ahead.
The most disastrous Roma transfers
Roma often falls short of the continent’s biggest clubs when it comes to the transfer decisions it makes. The club has made expensive mistakes in the past in buying players that did not work out.
The likes of Javier Pastore and Patrik Schick have been expensive buys. Pastore, who had cost the club close to €25 million, was frequently injured and never really fit the team’s style. Then there is Schick, the club’s record signing, who managed only a handful of goals, and never fully bounced back from early setbacks.
A Comparison of Roma with Europe’s Elites
Top European clubs, such as Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City, possess substantial financial resources and a proven track record of persuading elite players to join them.
They also play in the Champions League often, so they gain more experience, exposure, etc. while Roma is a powerful force in Italy, the gap in resources and playing talent is also evident. They have shown potential in their recent unbeaten run, but in order to compete at the very top in Europe, Roma must strengthen their playing squad and perform in the big games.
Looking Ahead
Roma’s path to joining the upper echelons of European football is a winding one. They need to keep playing well in Serie A and do well in European competition, the Europa League.
The club also has to have more intelligent transfer policies to not fall into the snares of the past. Fans and football analysts see Roma as a club with some promise, but they still are underdogs compared to the European giants.
In short, Roma is improving but will always be at least some slight distance away from Europe’s biggest clubs. Their recent form has been encouraging, but previous mistakes in the transfer market and a stiff competition means they still have a long way to get there. With focused effort, Roma can aim for a brighter future in European football. Let’s wait and see.