Ashton born Simone Perrotta will be missing from Roma's team, also because of suspension:
"I really didn't want to miss this match.
"I knew I had to be careful but in games like this you don't think about it.
"I really wanted to play at Old Trafford and it is a real shame that I will miss it.
"However, I will still go to Manchester and watch the game with my parents.
"This win has given us an added boost in confidence," he said.
"We already showed the quality we had when we beat Lyon 2-0 in France to progress to the quarter-finals.
"Although this tie is still to be decided, we have the advantage.
"I am really impressed by United's attack.
"Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo have great quality and are extremely fast. You cannot afford to give them any chances because they will punish you.
"They are players that are above average."