Predictions for the Europa League game Red Bull Salzburg vs. Ferencvárosi TC
Red Bull Salzburg FC - Ferencvárosi TC betting tip & best odds | 23.10.2025
Red Bull Salzburg vs Ferencvárosi TC: Europa League Clash at Red Bull Arena
The Europa League continues with an intriguing matchup as Red Bull Salzburg host Ferencvárosi TC on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 17:45 at the Red Bull Arena. This Matchday 3 fixture pits two teams with contrasting fortunes in the competition so far. The Austrian side is still searching for their first points after two defeats, while the Hungarian champions have made an impressive start with four points from their opening two matches. With Salzburg desperate to kickstart their European campaign and Ferencvárosi looking to maintain their unbeaten record, this promises to be an exciting encounter.
Our Expert Betting Predictions for This Match
For this Europa League encounter, our football betting tip today focuses on a home win for Red Bull Salzburg with odds of 1.98 at Premier Bet. Despite their poor start to the Europa League campaign, Salzburg has historically been strong at home and will be desperate to get their first points on the board. The Austrian side showed resilience in their recent domestic draw against SCR Altach and has won two of their last five matches across all competitions. Their previous encounter with Ferencvárosi resulted in a 2-1 victory, which further supports our betting prediction.
Our second sports betting tip recommends backing both teams to score with odds of 1.70 at Mozzart. Both sides have demonstrated their attacking capabilities in recent fixtures, with Ferencvárosi scoring in both their Europa League matches so far and Salzburg finding the net consistently in domestic competition. The previous meeting between these teams saw both sides on the scoresheet, and we expect a similar outcome in this clash.
Best Odds Available for Red Bull Salzburg vs Ferencvárosi TC
When looking at the betting market for this Europa League fixture, Premier Bet offers the most competitive odds for a Salzburg home win at 1.98. For those considering a draw or an away win, 1win provides odds of 3.85 for both outcomes. In the both teams to score market, Mozzart offers 1.70 for "Yes" while Paripesa has 2.20 for "No."
These odds reflect the bookmakers' assessment that Salzburg are slight favorites, but Ferencvárosi certainly have a chance to take something from the game. Our experience with these betting sites suggests they consistently provide competitive odds for Europa League fixtures. For those looking to place bets on this match or others, we recommend checking out our comprehensive guide to the best bookmakers, where we evaluate and compare the top operators in the market.
Red Bull Salzburg's Struggle for European Form
Red Bull Salzburg enter this match in desperate need of a positive result in the Europa League. After two matches, Thomas Letsch's men find themselves at the bottom of the table with zero points, having failed to score while conceding three goals. Their most recent European outing resulted in a 2-0 defeat away to Olympique Lyon, highlighting their struggles on the continental stage.
However, their domestic form offers some encouragement. In their last five matches across all competitions, Salzburg have secured two wins, one draw, and suffered two defeats. Most recently, they played out a 2-2 draw at home against SCR Altach, demonstrating their attacking capabilities but also revealing defensive vulnerabilities. Coach Thomas Letsch will be looking to address these issues as they aim to kickstart their Europa League campaign.
The Red Bull Arena has traditionally been a fortress for Salzburg, though their home record in Europe this season doesn't reflect this. Letsch will be emphasizing the importance of making their home advantage count against Ferencvárosi, especially given their previous success against the Hungarian side.
Ferencvárosi TC Riding High in Europe
Ferencvárosi TC have made an impressive start to their Europa League campaign under the guidance of former Premier League striker Robbie Keane. The Hungarian champions currently sit in 11th place with four points from their opening two matches, having secured a win and a draw while maintaining a positive goal difference of 2:1.
Their most recent European outing saw them claim a valuable 1-0 away victory against KRC Genk, demonstrating their ability to perform on the road. This away form will give them confidence heading into the hostile environment of the Red Bull Arena. In their last five matches across all competitions, Ferencvárosi have remained unbeaten, recording two wins and three draws.
The team's most recent fixture was a 1-1 draw away to domestic rivals Újpest FC, which suggests they can be held when facing motivated opposition. However, their undefeated streak indicates a resilience that will serve them well in this Europa League encounter. Robbie Keane has instilled a disciplined approach in his side, making them difficult to break down while maintaining a threat on the counter-attack.
The Last Direct Duels
The head-to-head record between these two sides is limited but significant. The only previous meeting between Red Bull Salzburg and Ferencvárosi TC ended in a 2-1 home victory for the Austrian side. This result will give Salzburg confidence heading into Thursday's encounter, knowing they have the capability to overcome their Hungarian opponents.
While there is no specific data available regarding their last meeting in the Europa League context, the previous result suggests that matches between these teams are likely to be closely contested and feature goals from both sides. This historical precedent aligns with our betting tip that both teams will find the net in this fixture.
Final Verdict: Salzburg to Secure Crucial Home Victory
After analyzing both teams' current form, their head-to-head record, and the context of this Europa League fixture, we predict that Red Bull Salzburg will secure their first European win of the season. Despite Ferencvárosi's impressive start to their Europa League campaign, Salzburg's need for points is likely to fuel an energetic performance in front of their home supporters.
The Austrian side's recent domestic form, combined with their previous success against Ferencvárosi, suggests they have the quality to overcome their visitors. However, the Hungarian champions' unbeaten record in their last five matches indicates they won't be easily defeated. We expect both teams to score in what should be an entertaining encounter, but Salzburg's home advantage will ultimately prove decisive.
For those looking to place bets on this match, our primary recommendation remains a home win for Red Bull Salzburg, with both teams to score representing a solid secondary option. If you're interested in more football betting tips tomorrow, be sure to check out our dedicated page featuring comprehensive analysis and predictions for upcoming fixtures across Europe's top competitions.
Performance
Red Bull Salzburg performance of the last 5 home matches
Ferencvárosi TC performance of the last 5 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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