Bologna FC 1909 vs AS Roma

Bologna and AS Roma played out a tense 1-1 draw at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara in the first leg of their Europa League Round of 16 tie. Lorenzo Pellegrini's second-half equaliser kept the Giallorossi firmly in contention. The hosts struck first five minutes into the second half when Federico Bernardeschi finished coolly from Jonathan Rowe's assist in the 50th minute. Bologna were the better side on the night, outshooting Roma 13 to eight and shading possession. Roma hit back in the 71st minute as Pellegrini fired home from inside the box to restore parity. The visitors pushed for a winner late on but couldn't break through a stubborn Bologna rearguard. With the tie locked at 1-1, everything will be decided at the Stadio Olimpico on March 19. Both sides will fancy their chances of progressing, but Bologna know they must find the net in Rome to keep their European adventure alive.