Can Dzeko Spark Another Famous Comeback?

 

Back in April 2017, Roma produced one of the great Champions League comebacks by beating Barcelona 3-0 at the Stadio Olimpico to secure a 4-4 aggregate draw and reach the semi-finals on away goals.

Their powers of recovery will be put to the test again, but it would require an even greater show of resolve if Roma are to book their place in this month's final in Gdansk on May 26.

Edin Dzeko played and scored in that famous turnaround four years ago, and he will lead the attack once more. The former Manchester City striker scored in the first leg, and has a fine record against United.

Now 35, Dzeko made it six goals in his five appearances against United at Old Trafford, scoring five in his last three games there, and Fonseca will rely on the striker once more to provide a focal point for his side.

The Bosnia international has scored in five of his last six Europa League appearances for Roma. In all major European competitions, he has 31 goals for the Serie A club, at least three more than any other player. The man who played his part in City's dramatic final day Premier League triumph in 2012 will certainly have his say in the second leg.