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Celta Vigo vs Bologna Prediction Europa League 11.12.2025

Alexandru Florin 10 December 2025

Celta Vigo vs Bologna Prediction Europa League

Celta Vigo vs Bologna Prediction and Betting Tips for the Europa League group stage, scheduled for Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 20:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 6 and Discovery+ from the Estadio de Balaídos. Both clubs sit inside the playoff zone but only a single point apart. The atmosphere will be electric as fans look for late-season drama and you’ll find expert Europa League Predictions from XpertStats to help guide your picks.

Celta Vigo host Bologna in a tense Europa League encounter at Balaídos on Thursday night.
The Spanish side recently stunned Real Madrid with a 2–0 victory at the Bernabéu.
Bologna arrive unbeaten in seven away matches, scoring at least twice in six of them.
Both sides are separated by just one point in the standings, with knockout qualification at stake.

Celta Vigo come into this fixture riding a fresh wave of confidence. That shock 2–0 win over Real Madrid last weekend reminded everyone that Claudio Giráldez’s side can be ruthless when given space to attack. Williot Swedberg stole the headlines with a stunning brace, while Iago Aspas and Bryan Zaragoza added their trademark creativity. Still, the Europa League has been a rollercoaster for the Galician side: three wins, two defeats, and both losses coming at home. Can they finally turn Balaídos into a fortress again? It’s hard to say, but the energy in Vigo is shifting in their favor.

Even so, Bologna aren’t here just to make up the numbers. Vincenzo Italiano’s men thrashed Salzburg 4–1 in their last European outing, proving they can handle the continental stage. Riccardo Orsolini continues to lead from the front, scoring and creating in equal measure. Despite a recent 3–1 slip-up against Cremonese, Bologna remain one of Italy’s most consistent sides, unbeaten in seven straight away matches. That’s no fluke, their tactical balance between tight defense and sharp counterattacks keeps them dangerous wherever they play.

Team news gives Celta a minor edge. Pablo Durán might return after his shoulder issue, while Swedberg’s form will surely earn him another start. For Bologna, Remo Freuler and Martin Vitík remain out, and first-choice keeper Lukasz Skorupski is still sidelined. Those absences could sting. Even so, Italiano’s squad depth has carried them through rough patches before. The trio of Orsolini, Odgaard, and Dallinga each has two goals in Europe, enough firepower to trouble any defense.

Expect an open contest with chances on both ends. Celta’s attacking form and Bologna’s efficiency make this one tough to call. But that’s what makes nights like these irresistible. Both sides know a win could define their season. For more insights and stats-driven picks, check out our latest breakdown of Europa League Predictions from XpertStats analysts, because this one’s too close for comfort.

Celta Vigo will face Bologna without Pablo Durán and Carlos Domínguez, as both players miss out through injury ahead of the Europa League clash at Balaídos. Durán continues to struggle with a left-shoulder issue, while Domínguez suffers adductor discomfort. Claudio Giráldez regains Hugo Sotelo and Ristic, and is expected to rotate his lineup once again. Source: MARCA

1X
Celta Vigo have regained confidence after their 2–0 win against Real Madrid, a result that could spark their season. Under Claudio Giráldez, the team has shown steady improvement at both ends of the pitch. At Balaídos, Celta have already won twice in the Europa League, while Bologna’s defensive absences, including Freuler and Vitík, might limit their solidity. Bologna have drawn four of their last six away fixtures in Europe, often struggling to keep clean sheets. Given that, a double chance on the home side feels safe. The Spaniards tend to dominate possession and create more in front of their fans, and their attacking duo of Aspas and Durán is back in sync. Even if Bologna score, Celta’s resilience at home and their motivation to secure qualification should earn them at least a point. “1X” makes both mathematical and emotional sense here.

Over 1.5 Goals
Celta Vigo’s matches rarely stay quiet. In their last five outings, all but one featured at least two goals, with their attack finally clicking thanks to Aspas and Swedberg. Bologna are in a similar mold: they’ve scored at least twice in six of their last seven away games. Both teams have talented finishers and midfielders who like to push forward, which makes a defensive stalemate unlikely. Historically, European ties like this tend to open up quickly when the stakes are high. With both needing points to secure their spot in the top eight, risk-taking will be part of the plan. A 1–1 draw or 2–1 either way fits the recent scoring trends perfectly. Over 1.5 Goals looks like one of the most logical bets for this encounter.