The UEFA Champions League 2025/26 is about to begin, and for the first time, the final will be played at Hungary’s Puskás Aréna.
The new Champions League format continues for a second season, having started in 2024 and running through to 2027. The traditional group stage is gone, replaced by a single 36-team league table where every club plays eight matches against different opponents. As of now, 29 of the 36 teams have already qualified for the 2025/26 season, including giants like Real Madrid, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and Inter Milan. The final seven spots will be decided through the ongoing qualifiers.
Our Champions League predictions for 26th and 27th August
Goals galore
26 Aug – Bodo/Glimt vs. Sturm Graz
Our pick: Ov 2.5
Glimt’s attacking is well-known, with the team averaging more than over two goals per game last season. Their high scoring style many times leads to matches with multiple goals. Sturm Graz, despite their defensive efforts, have been involved in several high-scoring games recently. Given Bodo’s offensive mindset and Sturm Graz’s vulnerabilities, this match is expected to show us more than 2.5 goals.
27th Aug – Club Brugge vs. Rangers
Our pick: Ov 2.5 Goals
Club Brugge won the first leg 3-0 at Ibrox. Rangers have been inconsistent recently, managing only a couple of wins in their last six matches, and have struggled defensively against teams with fast transitions. Brugge’s creative midfielders, make it likely that this match will produce over 2.5 goals.
Sure wins
Match Winner Odds
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 FC Astana
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Kaisar  | Home 1.28 Draw 5.25 Away 8.50 | Bet Now |
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 Torreense U23
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Estoril U23  | Home 1.67 Draw 3.50 Away 4.75 | Bet Now |
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 KuPS
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FC Midtjylland  | Home 3.85 Draw 3.85 Away 1.83 | Bet Now |
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 Al Ahli
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Shabab Al Ordon  | Home 2.15 Draw 3.40 Away 2.88 | Bet Now |
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 Al-Rayyan SC
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Al-Duhail SC  | Home 2.90 Draw 3.75 Away 2.10 | Bet Now |
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 ES Zarzis
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US Ben Guerdane  | Home 1.75 Draw 3.00 Away 5.00 | Bet Now |
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 ES Tunis
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AS Soliman  | Home 1.08 Draw 7.00 Away 29.00 | Bet Now |
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 CS Sfaxien
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Jeunesse Sportive Omrane  | Home 1.70 Draw 3.20 Away 5.00 | Bet Now |
26th Aug – Celtic vs. Kairat Almaty
Our pick: Celtic Win
Celtic have a strong record in European qualifiers, particularly at home. The team has been dominant in domestic competitions, showcasing their quality and depth.
26th Aug – Benfica vs. Fenerbahçe
Our pick: Benfica Win
The first leg ended in a 0-0 draw. Benfica have been consistent in European competitions, with a solid defensive record and a potent attack. Fenerbahçe, despite their efforts, have struggled against top-tier European teams. Our money is on a home win.
27th Aug – FC Copenhagen vs. Basel –
Our pick:Copenhagen Win
Copenhagen earned a 1-1 draw away in the first leg. This will give them confidence heading home. The team have been strong in European qualifiers, particularly in controlling games at home, while Basel’s away form has been shaky.
27th Aug – Red Star Belgrade vs. Pafos
Our pick: Red Star Belgrade Win
Red Star won the first leg 2-1, giving them an advantage going into the second leg. We expect them to win and secure qualification.
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