AS Roma Women host Sporting CP Women on September 11, 2025, at 20:30 UTC at Stadio Tre Fontane in Rome, Italy, in the first leg of the UEFA Women's Champions League Third Qualifying Round. The game is a crucial milestone for the two teams in their quest for a spot in the 18-club league stage of the 2025/26 season. Below, we take a look at the most vital facts, team news, predicted lineups, and what to watch out for in this captivating meeting.
Match Overview
Event: UEFA Women's Champions League, Third Qualifying Round, First Leg
Teams: AS Roma Women vs. Sporting CP Women
Date and Time: September 11, 2025, 20:30 UTC (22:30 EAT)
Stadium: Stadio Tre Fontane, Rome, Italy
Broadcast: Check live streaming options via Sofascore or UEFA's official partners.
The tie is a two-leg match, with the return leg scheduled for September 18, 2025. The victors will advance to the UEFA Women's Champions League league phase, while the defeated team will enter the UEFA Women's Europa Cup in the second qualifying round.
Team Form and Context
AS Roma Women
AS Roma Women are one force to beat when it comes to women's football in Italy. They started their first Serie A title in the 2022-23 season before sealing a domestic double during 2023-24 when they captured the Serie A and Coppa Italia titles. Roma, under head coach Alessandro Spugna, have shown perennial attacking prowess, scoring 1.8 goals per match in their last five games. Their current head-to-head against Sparta Praha Women (2 wins, 6 goals scored) says it all about their attacking abilities.
Players to watch out for are:
Manuela Giugliano: A playmaker who stands out with her key passes and vision.
Valentina Bergamaschi: A clever winger with the ability to score.
Emilie Haavi: A goal-poaching forward likely to lead the attack.
Sporting CP Women
Sporting CP Women, although not as successful on the European stage, are an even team in women's football in Portugal. Their roster includes a players like Ana Capeta and Telma Encarnação, introducing pace and danger to find the back of the net. Sporting's current form shows that they can be a formidable opponent, but Roma's tightly organized team is a formidable challenge. Pundits place a 65% probability of Roma winning this match on the basis of Sporting's underdog status.
Predicted Lineups
AS Roma Women
Goalkeeper: Olivie Lukásová
Defenders: Katrine Veje, Oihane Valdezate, Lucia Di Guglielmo, Elisa Bartoli
Midfielders: Manuela Giugliano, Giada Greggi, Annalena Rieke
Forwards: Valentina Bergamaschi, Alaya Pilgrim, Emilie Haavi
Sporting CP Women
Goalkeeper: Hannah Seabert
Defenders: Ana Borges, Georgia Eaton-Collins, Madison Haugen
Midfielders: Brenda Pérez, Cláudia Neto, Joana Martins
Forwards: Beatriz Fonseca, Ana Capeta, Telma Encarnação
What to Expect
AS Roma Femminile enters the match favorites, with their recent league competition domestic momentum and home-field advantage. Their attacking performance, led by Giugliano and Haavi, will look to tee off Sporting's defense early in the match. But Sporting's pace in terms of counter-attacking, with Capeta at the helm, can get the better of them if Roma's defense is breached. An up-tempo match with Roma attempting to earn a lead to bring with them into the second leg is what can be expected.
Fans can see live statistics, including possession, shots, and turning points, on sites like Sofascore or UEFA.com. For gambling advice, CopyBet offers odds and predictions, but nothing is guaranteed in football.
Where to Watch
The match will be broadcast live by UEFA's official broadcasters. Check out the TV Channels section on Sofascore for a comprehensive list of broadcasters or visit UEFA.com for streaming links. Live text commentary is also available to follow on BBC Sport.
Additional Notes
Social Media Buzz: X posts reflect excitement around the game, with Roma fans optimistic of the chances of their team. The post discussed how the team had prepared under coach Rossettini, leaving an impression that there was a stern approach.
Historical Context: Roma have had a good history in the recent European games, while Sporting CP intend to leave their mark in their first major game against Roma.
For additional details about AS Roma's season, visit the official AS Roma website. To follow live scores and statistics, AiScore provides real-time updates for this and other matches.