Predictions for the Europa League game Celta de Vigo vs. OGC Nizza
RC Celta de Vigo - OGC Nizza betting tip & best odds | 23.10.2025
Celta de Vigo vs OGC Nizza: Europa League Clash at Balaídos
The Europa League continues with an intriguing matchup as Spanish side Celta de Vigo hosts French outfit OGC Nizza on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 20:00 CET. This Matchday 3 encounter at the Municipal de Balaídos will see the home team, currently sitting 13th in the Europa League table with 3 points, face a struggling Nizza side that has yet to register a point in the competition. Celta's Europa League campaign has shown promise with one win from two matches, while Nizza is desperately seeking to kickstart their European journey after suffering consecutive defeats.
Our Expert Betting Recommendations for Celta vs Nizza
For this Europa League encounter, our primary betting prediction focuses on the match outcome. Considering Celta de Vigo's perfect home record in the competition and Nizza's struggles on the road, we're backing a home win for Celta de Vigo (Tip 1) with attractive odds of 2.11 at 22Bet. The Spanish side has shown greater consistency in their European campaign thus far, and their home advantage at the Balaídos should prove decisive in this fixture.
Our second betting tip for today's football prediction is that both teams will find the net. Despite Nizza's disappointing results, they've managed to score in both their Europa League fixtures, while Celta's defense hasn't been impenetrable. The odds of 1.70 at Easybet for "Both Teams to Score - Yes" represent good value for this sports betting tip, especially considering both teams have been involved in high-scoring affairs recently.
Best Odds Available for Celta de Vigo vs OGC Nizza
For bettors looking to place wagers on this Europa League clash, several bookmakers are offering competitive odds. 22Bet provides the best value for a Celta de Vigo win at 2.11, while those fancying a draw can find odds of 3.75 at Paripesa. If you believe Nizza might secure their first Europa League points, Easybet offers 4.00 on an away victory.
In the "Both Teams to Score" market, a "Yes" bet carries odds of 1.70 at Easybet, while 22Bet offers 2.15 for "No." These odds align with our betting predictions, particularly favoring the home win and both teams scoring. Based on our extensive experience with these bookmakers, they consistently provide reliable service and competitive odds. For more options, check out our comprehensive guide to the best betting sites, which features detailed reviews and comparisons.
Celta de Vigo: Finding Form at the Right Time
Celta de Vigo enters this fixture with growing momentum in their Europa League campaign. Their most recent European outing resulted in an impressive 3-1 victory over Greek side PAOK Saloniki at the Municipal de Balaídos, demonstrating their potency in front of their home supporters. This win was crucial after their opening day defeat, and it has positioned them respectably in 13th place in the standings with 3 points.
Coach Claudio Giráldez has established a competitive unit that has shown resilience in recent weeks. Their overall form across all competitions shows a mixed but improving record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 defeats in their last five matches. Most recently, they secured a hard-fought 1-1 draw against La Liga heavyweights Real Sociedad, further evidence of their competitive edge against quality opposition.
Celta's attacking output has been encouraging, with 4 goals scored in their two Europa League fixtures. However, they've also conceded 3 goals, suggesting there's room for improvement defensively. Their perfect home record in the Europa League (1 win from 1 match) will give them confidence heading into this encounter with Nizza.
OGC Nizza: Struggling to Find European Form
OGC Nizza's Europa League campaign has gotten off to a disappointing start, with the French side losing both of their opening fixtures. Their most recent European outing saw them fall to a 2-1 defeat away to Turkish giants Fenerbahçe, leaving them languishing in 31st position in the standings without a single point to their name.
Despite their European struggles, coach Franck Haise will take some encouragement from their recent domestic form. Nizza secured an exciting 3-2 victory over Olympique Lyon in their last match, showcasing their attacking capabilities. This result forms part of a mixed recent record that mirrors Celta's with 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 defeats in their last five games across all competitions.
The French side has managed to find the net in both of their Europa League matches, scoring 2 goals in total. However, their defensive frailties have been exposed, conceding 4 goals in the process. Their away record in the competition stands at 0 wins from 1 match, highlighting the challenge they face when traveling to Spain for this fixture.
The Last Direct Duels
This upcoming match will mark the first-ever competitive meeting between Celta de Vigo and OGC Nizza. With no historical head-to-head data to analyze, both teams will be entering uncharted territory. This lack of familiarity could add an intriguing element of unpredictability to the encounter, as neither side has direct experience of the other's tactical approach in a competitive setting.
The absence of previous meetings means both coaches will need to rely heavily on scouting reports and analysis of recent performances to formulate their strategies. This maiden encounter could potentially be the beginning of a new European rivalry, particularly if both clubs continue to feature regularly in continental competitions.
Match Verdict: Home Advantage to Prove Decisive
After analyzing both teams' current form and circumstances, Celta de Vigo appears well-positioned to secure a victory in this Europa League fixture. Their perfect home record in the competition, combined with Nizza's struggles on the road, suggests the Spanish side should have the edge at the Municipal de Balaídos.
Claudio Giráldez's men will be buoyed by their convincing win against PAOK in their last European home game, and they'll be eager to build on that performance. While Nizza demonstrated their attacking capabilities in their recent domestic victory over Lyon, their defensive vulnerabilities and poor European form make them underdogs in this encounter.
We anticipate a competitive match with both teams finding the net, but Celta's home advantage should ultimately prove decisive. The Spanish side's superior European pedigree and more consistent performances in the competition this season make them justified favorites to collect all three points and strengthen their position in the Europa League standings.
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Performance
Celta de Vigo performance of the last 6 home matches
OGC Nizza performance of the last 4 away matches
Current Standing
POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
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1
|
Dinamo Zagreb
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
2
|
FC Midtjylland
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
3
|
Aston Villa
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
4
|
Olympique Lyon
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
5
|
Sporting Braga
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
6
|
Lille OSC
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
7
|
Futebol Clube do Porto
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
8
|
Viktoria Pilsen
|
4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
9
|
Real Betis Sevilla
|
4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
10
|
SC Freiburg
|
4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
11
|
Ferencvárosi TC
|
4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
12
|
Panathinaikos
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
13
|
RC Celta de Vigo
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
14
|
FC Basel 1893
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
15
|
Go Ahead Eagles
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
16
|
SK Brann
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
17
|
AS Roma
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
18
|
KRC Genk
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
19
|
Fenerbahçe
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 |
20
|
BSC Young Boys
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 |
21
|
VfB Stuttgart
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 |
22
|
SK Sturm Graz
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 |
23
|
Ludogorez Rasgrad
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 |
24
|
Fotbal Club FCSB
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 |
25
|
Nottingham Forest FC
|
1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -1 |
26
|
Roter Stern Belgrad
|
1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 |
27
|
Bologna FC 1909
|
1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 |
28
|
PAOK Saloniki
|
1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 |
29
|
Maccabi Tel Aviv
|
1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 |
30
|
Celtic Glasgow
|
1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 |
31
|
OGC Nizza
|
0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -2 |
32
|
Rangers FC
|
0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -2 |
33
|
FC Utrecht
|
0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -2 |
34
|
Red Bull Salzburg FC
|
0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | -3 |
35
|
Feyenoord Rotterdam
|
0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | -3 |
36
|
Malmö FF
|
0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | -4 |
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