Tonight’s Europa League clash against Feyenoord holds more than just immediate qualification implications for AS Roma; it presents an opportunity for the club to ascend the UEFA rankings and aim for a top-five position in the upcoming season.
Currently positioned at the tenth spot, a victory against the Dutch side could propel Roma to the ninth position, surpassing Manchester United in the UEFA rankings.
Looking ahead to the next season, the situation becomes even more intriguing for Roma. Starting from the 2024/25 season, the club is set to make significant strides in the UEFA rankings. Currently tied with Villarreal for the fifth spot, Roma has the chance to potentially surpass the Spanish club and secure a solo fifth place if they continue their impressive performance in the competition.
The projected UEFA rankings for the upcoming season are as follows:
- Manchester City – 118 points
- Real Madrid – 108 points
- Bayern Munich – 100 points
- Liverpool – 89 points
- Roma – 80 points
- Villarreal – 80 points
- Paris Saint-Germain – 79 points
- Chelsea – 79 points
- Inter Milan – 76 points
- Porto – 70 points
The final rankings will also depend on the performances of other competing clubs in their respective European competitions. Key contenders include Villarreal, currently active in the Europa League, as well as Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan, both competing in the Champions League.
A victory tonight against Feyenoord could not only secure Roma’s progression in the Europa League but also pave the way for a significant rise in the UEFA rankings, positioning the club among Europe’s elite teams for the upcoming season.
