Salzburg take on Basel in an eagerly-awaited Europa League encounter, with both sides vying for playoff qualification. Given Basel's shaky defence, our prediction points toward a 3-1 home win. The Red Bulls are missing striker Petar Ratkov, who recently joined Lazio, but Kerim Alajbegovic is back from a minor injury, boosting their attacking options. The Austrian side have been solid at home, winning 60% of home games and scoring an average of 2 goals per home match, although they concede 2 per game, indicating defensive struggles.
Basel, meanwhile, have recovered from injury setbacks, with forward Kaio Eduardo available for selection. The RotBlau have been stronger on the road, winning 50% of away matches and scoring 1.5 goals per game, while keeping 0% clean sheets, highlighting both scoring capability and defensive risk. Head-to-head meetings are evenly matched, with one win each in their last two encounters, showing a tight historical rivalry.
Given Salzburg's home advantage and attacking potential, Home Win should be considered, with additional value on Over 2.5 goals and Salzburg Over 1.5.
This Europa League match will be played on Thursday 22 January 2026 at 20:00.
What is our Salzburg vs Basel prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Salzburg 3 - 1 Basel
Salzburg vs Basel Betting Tips
- Anytime Goalscorer: Karim Konate @ 120 Odds
- To be Booked: Mamady Diambou @ 200 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 7.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferSalzburg Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dwlwl | 1.40 |
| Home | wwlwl | 1.80 |
| Away | dldwl | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 60% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.20 | 4.00 | 2.40 |
| Scored | 1.50 | 2.00 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 1.70 | 2.00 | 1.40 |
| BTTS | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Expected Goals | 1.53 | 1.83 | 1.22 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.79 | 1.44 | 2.15 |
Basel Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldwdd | 1.10 |
| Home | llddd | 0.67 |
| Away | dlww | 1.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 0% | 50% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.20 | 1.83 | 2.75 |
| Scored | 1.00 | 0.67 | 1.50 |
| Conceded | 1.20 | 1.17 | 1.25 |
| BTTS | 80% | 67% | 100% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.77 | 1.71 | 1.85 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.53 | 1.24 | 1.90 |
Salzburg vs Basel Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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