Former Roma and Liverpool midfielder Alberto Aquilani believes their Champions League tie is wide open.

Roma face Liverpool in the second-leg of their semifinal needing to overturn a 5-2 deficit.

“Obviously, I'm supporting Roma," Aquilani told Il Romanista.

“Although I knew the atmosphere of Anfield and how strong Jurgen Klopp's side is, I didn't expect Roma to concede five. Fortunately, they scored those two late on that left a small window of hope.

“It's difficult, but not impossible. Roma can count on one factor that could prove to be decisive and that's the Stadio Olimpico. If Anfield is able to fire up Liverpool, I can guarantee the Roma fans can do the same here. They really can be the extra weapon.

“This team can fight it out with everyone and already proved that in Europe, eliminating Real Madrid, beating Chelsea, Shakhtar Donetsk and Barcelona. They are on the verge of a dream and can take that final step.

“I was fortunate enough to work with Eusebio Di Francesco in the few months I had at Sassuolo. He is a Coach with clear ideas, looks after the details and has a style of football that I like. He's done a great job with Roma."