Europa League Predictions

An entertaining Europa League first-round encounter awaits as Ararat-Armenia look to make a flying start to their European campaign. The Armenian side eliminated Universitatea Craiova in the playoffs before cruising to a 3-0 league victory over Syunik. Manager Tulipa has no fresh injury worries, and his team have won 60% of their last 10 matches, including an impressive 83% ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 17:45

Omonia will be eager to make their mark in the Europa League league phase when they welcome Celta Vigo after an impressive 4-2 playoff victory over St. Truiden. The Cypriot side were held to a goalless draw by Apollon at the weekend despite dominating proceedings, highlighting a recurring issue in front of goal. Omonia have won 50% of their last 10 home games, conceding just ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 17:45

All eyes will be on Lotto Park when Anderlecht welcome Lyon for their Europa League round-one clash, with the Belgian side hoping to carry their domestic momentum onto the European stage. Anderlecht edged Mechelen 1-0 last time out after eliminating Kairat in the playoffs. Camara, Hey and Sardella remain sidelined, but the hosts have won 80% of their last 10 home matches, sc ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 20:00

Bayer Leverkusen will be determined to make a flying start to their Europa League campaign when they take on Celje at BayArena. Die Werkself are expected to stick to their attacking philosophy after a 2-2 Bundesliga draw with Augsburg, with Patrick Schick pushing for a starting berth after scoring as a substitute. Martin Terrier has also overcome his injury and is available. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 20:00

Superbet Arena will host an eagerly-awaited Europa League clash as Hapoel Beer Sheva look to make home advantage count despite playing their matches at a neutral venue in Hungary. The Israelis impressed during their Champions League double-header with Crvena zvezda, although an unlucky defeat to Sabah Baku ended their campaign. Igor Zlatanovic could return after overcoming a ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 20:00

Stadio San Siro will host an eagerly-awaited Europa League round-one derby as Milan welcome a Benfica side chasing an eighth consecutive victory in all competitions. The Rossoneri showed plenty of character at the weekend, recovering from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Lazio and remain unbeaten in the new Serie A campaign. Christian Pulisic is pushing for a start, while Die ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 20:00

Olympiacos will be eager to return to winning ways when they face Jagiellonia in their Europa League opener. The Thrylos suffered a shocking 1-0 defeat to OFI at the weekend, so changes to the starting XI are expected, with Bailey, Hezze and Yaremchuk all pushing for a starting berth. Ayoub El Kaabi and Joel Roca remain sidelined. Olympiacos have won 50% of their last 10 hom ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 20:00

Sturm will try to make a flying start to their Europa League campaign when they welcome Rennes to Austria, looking to recover from back-to-back Champions League playoff defeats to Fenerbahce. Sturm did manage to return to winning ways at the weekend, beating LASK 2-1 in the Austrian Bundesliga derby. Forward Seedy Jatta is doubtful after picking up a knock, while Sturm have ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 20:00

Expect a thrilling atmosphere at Stadium of Light when Sunderland make their long-awaited return to European football after 53 years, welcoming AZ Alkmaar in their Europa League opener. The Black Cats will be looking to bounce back from a 2-0 defeat to Premier League champions Arsenal, although they made life difficult for the Gunners and registered 1.80 xG. Wilson Isidor is ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 September 2026 at 20:00

National Stadium Vasil Levski will host a highly-anticipated Europa League encounter as Levski Sofia look to recover from a heavy Champions League playoff defeat to AEK Athens, losing 4-0 in Greece. The Bulgarians face several injury concerns, with Bouras, Kamdem, Kirilov, Sangare and Vulikic all sidelined. Levski have won 60% of their last 10 matches and boast an impressive ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 17:45

OFI Crete will be full of confidence when they take on Hoffenheim in their Europa League opener, having stunned Greek giants Olympiacos 1-0 at the weekend. The result extended OFI’s winning run to three matches and underlined their impressive defensive form. Dimitrios Nikolaou is likely to miss out through injury, with Kresimir Krizmanic ready to step in. OFI have won all ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 17:45

Vodafone Park will be packed Besiktas take on Olympique Marseille in one of the standout games of Europa League round 1. The Turkish side are enjoying a three-game winning run and have been scoring freely since strengthening their squad. Dusan Vlahovic returns from a domestic suspension, while Ernest Poku and Wilfried Ndidi are pushing for starting roles. Besiktas have won a ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 20:00

Celtic will be desperate to put their Old Firm disappointment behind them when they face Ferencvaros in the Europa League round 1. The Hoops suffered a heart-breaking 3-0 defeat to Rangers in the League Cup derby, registering just four attempts despite Kasper Hogh returning from injury. Winger Hyun-Jun Yang is expected to miss out again. Celtic have won all four of their las ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 20:00

Crystal Palace will be eager to put their recent setback behind them when they welcome Lech Poznan in their Europa League debut. The Eagles suffered a 3-2 defeat to Ipswich Town at the weekend and will want a strong European start. Eddie Nketiah, Jean-Philipp Mateta and Ismaila Sarr are all expected to miss out, while Ben Chilwell and Jefferson Lerma are pushing for starting ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 20:00

Juventus will be eager to bounce back when they take on Nijmegen in the Europa League, following a disappointing 3-2 defeat to Sassuolo. Edon Zhegrova made an immediate impact from the bench by scoring twice and should be recalled to the starting XI alongside summer signing Nick Woltemade. Locatelli, McKennie and Yildiz remain sidelined. Juve have won 60% of their last 10 ho ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 20:00

Lillestrom will be full of confidence when they welcome Torreense for their European debut, having secured back-to-back victories over Brann and Valerenga. The Norwegian side are expected to stick with their attacking approach, while experienced forward Thomas Olsen is pushing for a start after scoring as a substitute in the 2-0 derby win. Alperud, Garnas and Jebara remain i ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 20:00

The Doosan Arena will be ready for another European battle when Plzen take on St. Gilloise in the Europa League round 1. Plzen are looking to make amends after a 3-2 defeat to Sigma Olomouc, although they showed great character in the playoffs by overturning a three-goal deficit against Crvena Zvezda. Jemelka, Spacil, Vydra and Paluska remain injured, while Denis Vavro retur ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 20:00

There will be fireworks when Real Sociedad and Bournemouth face each other at Reale Arena in what promises to be an entertaining Europa League clash. La Real are seeking a response after a 3-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid, conceding three late goals, including a controversial penalty. Joe Martin returns from suspension, while Takefusa Kubo is pushing for a starting role. Socied ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 September 2026 at 20:00

A narrow advantage is all Ferencvaros have to protect as they welcome Trabzonspor for the second leg, having secured a valuable 1-0 victory in Turkey. The Hungarians did not create a huge amount in the first encounter, producing only 1.01 xG, but their defensive discipline helped them secure the result. Ferencvaros have kept clean sheets in 50% of their last 10 matches and c ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 19:30

Anderlecht will be aiming to finish the job when they take on Kairat Almaty for the second leg, with the Belgian side holding a commanding 3-0 advantage from the first encounter. Anderlecht dominated possession in Kazakhstan with 69% and now have home advantage to complete what looks like a straightforward task. They have won 80% of their last five home matches, scoring 2.60 ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 19:30

Thun's pride will be at stake when they welcome Lech Poznan for the second leg, with the Swiss side facing an almost impossible task after a humiliating 7-0 defeat in Poland. Given the attacking potential of both sides, we predict a 2-2 draw. Despite the heavy loss, Thun managed four shots on target in the first leg and will hope to produce a much more competitive display at ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 19:00

Three goals down after a surprising first-leg defeat, CSKA Sofia return home knowing they need an extraordinary comeback to keep their Europa League hopes alive. The Bulgarians were not in action domestically at the weekend, so they should have fresh legs for this demanding contest. CSKA have won 60% of their last five home matches and average 2.20 goals per game on home soi ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 19:00

Aarhus have a mountain to climb in the return leg after Benfica claimed a 3-1 victory in the opening encounter, with the Danish side now needing to produce something special to keep their European hopes alive. Their recent form offers little encouragement, as they are winless in four matches and have conceded 2.00 goals per game across their last 10. Aarhus have also seen BT ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 19:00

Salzburg return home from Sweden with a slim 1-0 advantage, but the first leg suggested the tie could have been settled much earlier given their overwhelming dominance. The Red Bulls registered 25 goal attempts and produced 2.48 xG before finally finding a late winner. They have scored in all of their last 10 matches, averaging 2.00 goals per game, while their overall xG sta ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 18:00

Following a 3-0 loss in Belgrade, Plzen face an uphill task as they welcome Crvena Zvezda for the return meeting under new boss Radoslav Kovac. The Czech side failed to create a decent scoring opportunity in Belgrade and must produce a completely different attacking display if they are to give themselves any hope of a comeback. Plzen have won 67% of their last six home match ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 18:00

A spot in the Europa League league stages will be at stake when Omonia and St. Truiden meet in the decisive second leg, with the Belgian side holding a narrow 1-0 advantage from the opening encounter. Omonia now have home advantage and will be determined to overturn the deficit, but they must find a way through a St. Truiden defence that protected its lead in the first leg. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 18:00

Lillestrom and Egnatia face each other at Arasen Stadion with everything to play for after a 0-0 draw in Albania. Lillestrom defended impressively in the first leg but must adopt a more attack-minded approach on home soil. Their recent form is a concern, with only a 30% win rate across their last 10 matches and just 1.00 goal scored per game. Garnas, Jebara, and Olsen have a ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 18:00

Kauno Zalgiris will have a mountain to climb in the tie with Besiktas after a 3-0 defeat in the first leg, with the star-studded Turks now looking to finish the job in Lithuania. Kauno were completely outplayed in Istanbul and will need a huge improvement to compete with their much stronger opponents. The hosts have won 67% of their last six home matches, conceding only 0.50 ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 18:00

Iberia 1999's pride will be at stake when they face Jagiellonia in the Europa League playoffs, return leg. Despite the 4-0 defeat, Iberia created plenty of opportunities in Poland, registering 18 attempts and seven shots on target. The Georgian side have seen both teams score in 70% of their last 10 matches, while their games average 3.50 goals. Amiran Dzagania is pushing fo ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 17:00

A place in the Europa League league phase will be decided in Armenia as Ararat and Universitatea Craiova face each other at Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium after a 1-1 draw in the first leg. Ararat struggled to create chances in Romania, managing just five attempts while seeing only 32% possession. However, their home form offers encouragement, with the Armenian side winn ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 August 2026 at 17:00

All eyes will be on Stadion Rajko Mitiv when Crvena Zvezda and Plzen go head-to-head in the first leg of their Europa League playoff tie. Zvezda will be eager to put their disappointing Champions League qualifying campaign behind them after suffering a 3-0 aggregate defeat to Hapoel Beer Sheva. The Serbian champions now have a new boss in Albert Riera, who will be keen to ma ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 August 2026 at 20:00

Estadio da Luz will be packed when Benfica and Aarhus go head-to-head in the first leg of their Europa League playoff tie. Benfica are among the main favourites to lift the trophy and booked their place in the playoffs with an emphatic 7-2 aggregate victory over Hearts. Marco Silva is expected to field his strongest possible XI after rotating his squad in the 1-1 draw with H ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 August 2026 at 20:00

St. Truiden will be hoping to finally get their season up and running when they welcome Omonia in the Europa League playoffs. The Belgian side have drawn both of their opening league games against Lommel and Cercle Brugge, but their recent overall form offers some encouragement, with just two defeats in their last 10 matches. St. Truiden have also been particularly strong at ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 August 2026 at 19:00

Pankritio Stadium will be the centre of attention when OFI Crete and CSKA Sofia lock horns in the first leg of their Europa League playoff tie. OFI have endured a difficult preseason, particularly defensively, but they showed character by beating AEK Athens on penalties in the Greek Super Cup. The hosts have conceded 1.70 goals per game across their last 10 matches, while fa ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 August 2026 at 19:00