PAOK
Celta Vigo
As PAOK have been solid at home, boasting 80% clean sheets and 2.60 points per home game, we predict that they are going to record a 2-1 win over Celta Vigo in Thursday's Europa League game. The Eagles score consistently (2.20 goals per home match) while conceding very little (0.20 goals per home game), making them tough to break down. Soualiho Meite is doubtful, but PAOK’... Read More...
This match will be played on 19 February 2026 at 17:45
Fenerbahce
Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest aim to return to winning ways following a slim goalless draw with Wolverhampton, but with Fenerbahce being a real force to be reckoned with at home, we predict a 2-1 home win this time out. Domenico Tedesco returns key players Milan Skriniar and Edson Alvarez, strengthening a side that has been dominant both home and away. Fenerbahce average 2.75 goals per ... Read More...
This match will be played on 19 February 2026 at 17:45
Dinamo Zagreb
Genk
Dinamo Zagreb aim to build on a 4-0 win over Istra and given Genk's difficulties on the road, we predict that they will defeat Genk 2-1 in the Europa League 1/16 finals, first leg. Dinamo Zagreb welcome the return of Scott McKenna, who has recovered from the minor injury sustained in the defeat to Midtjylland. The Blues are in strong domestic form, averaging 2.17 PPG at home... Read More...
This match will be played on 19 February 2026 at 17:45
Brann
Bologna
Brann aim to claim a major scalp in the Europa League tie with Bologna, but given the Rossoblu's fine away record, we predict a 2-1 away win. Brann head into the first leg with a long injury list, as Gudmundsson, Magnusson, Opsahl, and Torsvik are all sidelined. Their recent form is concerning: just 0.70 PPG overall, 1.00 at home, and only 10% wins across their last ten matc... Read More...
This match will be played on 19 February 2026 at 17:45
Stuttgart
Young Boys
Stuttgart host Young Boys in a Europa League decider, with both sides fighting for a playoff spot. As Young Boys are not regarded as good travellers, our prediction firmly points toward a 4-1 home win. Despite a long injury list, Stuttgart’s squad impressed in a 3-0 Bundesliga win over Borussia M’gladbach, showing depth and attacking efficiency. At home, die Schwaben hav... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Sturm Graz
Brann
Sturm Graz host Brann in a decisive Europa League group stage clash. As Sturm have little to play for in Thursday's encounter, we predict 2-0 away win. The Austrian side have already missed out on playoff qualification and will be without Grgic and Lavalee. Their recent form has been poor, winning just 17% of home matches, scoring 0.83 goals per game and conceding 1.5, while... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Porto
Rangers
Porto can secure a top-eight finish and an automatic Europa League last-16 spot with a victory, and their form suggests they are unlikely to slip. As Rangers have nothing to play for in Thursday's game, our prediction leans toward a 2-0 home win. Farioli's side are on a five-match unbeaten run (WWW DW) and have been impressive at home, winning 100% of their recent games at t... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Panathinaikos
AS Roma
Panathinaikos host AS Roma in a high-stakes Europa League clash, with the Greeks looking to secure a playoff spot while Roma aim for a top-eight finish. Even though PAO are tough to beat at home, we predict a 2-1 away win as Roma have been impressive under Gian Piero Gasperini. Panathinaikos will be without forward Karol Swiderski, but they have impressed at home this season... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Nottingham Forest
Ferencvaros
Nottingham Forest and Ferencvaros square off against each other in the final Europa League group stage game, with both sides aiming to secure playoff positions. A close encounter is on the cards at The City Ground and we predict that the two teams will play out a 2-2 draw. The Reds will miss midfielder Elliot Anderson due to suspension, but remain motivated to book their spo... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Midtjylland
Dinamo Zagreb
Midtjylland host Dinamo Zagreb knowing a point would secure a top-eight finish, while the visitors only need a draw to confirm their place in the Europa League playoffs. Therefore, our prediction firmly points toward a 1-1 draw. Danish side face squad issues, with midfielder Philip Billing suspended and Gabriel, Franculino, and Brynhildsen sidelined. Despite this, Midtjyllan... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Bologna
Struggling Maccabi Tel Aviv take on Bologna in the last game of the Europa League league phase. As Maccabi have nothing to play for in this final game, we predict a 3-1 away win. Key defender Tyrese Asante is unlikely to feature for the hosts, further weakening an already struggling backline. At home, Maccabi average 2.6 goals per game, scoring 1.8 and conceding 0.8, while k... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Lyon
PAOK
Lyon aim to seal the top spot in the Europa League group stage as they host PAOK in the final round. As Lyon are a real force to be reckoned with at home, we predict a 3-1 home win. January signing Endrick is ineligible for les Gones, and Fofana, Tagliafico, and Ghezzal remain sidelined, but the French side is in red-hot form, winning all five of their last matches. At home,... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Ludogorets
Nice
Ludogorets can secure their spot in the Europa League playoffs with a win over Nice, and they go into this clash in solid form. Therefore, our prediction leans toward a 2-1 home win. The Bulgarian side have won 60% of their matches recently and remain unbeaten in four of their last five. At home, Ludogorets average 4.0 goals per game, scoring 2.2 and conceding 1.8, while kee... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Lille
Freiburg
As both Lille and Freiburg should be happy with one point from their last league game, we predict that they will play out a 2-2 draw at Stade Pierre-Mauroy. Les Dogues head into this clash with a depleted squad, missing Bentaleb, Igamane, and Toure, while Andre and Sahraoui are major doubts. The hosts will be happy to secure a point to edge closer to the playoffs, but their ... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Go Ahead Eagles
Braga
Go Ahead Eagles take on Braga in the last game of the Europa League league phase. As the hosts have slim playoffs chances, we predict a 2-1 for Braga, who are eyeing a top-eight finish. Despite failing to win any of their recent games, the hosts remain competitive, drawing four of their last five. Their home fixtures consistently produce goals, averaging 3.5 per match, while... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
Genk
Malmo
Genk are eager to secure a top-eight finish and with Malmo failing to book their spot in the playoffs, our prediction points toward a 3-1 home win. The hosts this clash with encouraging underlying numbers, especially at home where they average 2.13 expected goals and see 100% BTTS in recent outings. Their only absentee is forward Noah Adedeji-Sternberg, meaning Wouter Vranck... Read More...
This match will be played on 29 January 2026 at 20:00
