In a dramatic turn of events, Roma's hopes of qualifying for the Europa League have been dashed in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League. The Italian giants were eliminated by Manchester City on away goals after a thrilling encounter at the Etihad Stadium.
The match was a high-octane affair from start to finish, with both teams displaying incredible skill and determination throughout. However, it was Roma who came out on top in the end, securing their place in the next round with a narrow 1-0 victory.
Despite being the home team, Roma struggled to create any clear-cut chances against the Premier League champions, and it was only through some brilliant individual performances that they managed to find the winner late on. Sergio Agüero was the man to score the decisive goal, slotting home from close range after a clever cross from Kevin De Bruyne.
It was a bitter pill for Roma fans to swallow, as the club had already secured their place in the group stages of the Champions League last season. However, this defeat will likely be a wake-up call for the squad, forcing them to work harder than ever before if they hope to make a successful return to Europe.
With the Europa League now out of reach, Roma must focus all their energy on getting back into the competition for next season. They will need to improve significantly if they want to compete with the likes of Manchester City, Barcelona, and Real Madrid, but with the right approach and mindset, there is still hope for a successful campaign ahead.