Celtic vs Ferencvarosi Budapest Prediction & Betting Tips - Europa League
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by Sridhar Bhamidi | in Europa League Predictions
Celtic face a tricky league phase matchday one fixture in the UEFA Europa League (UEL) against a confident Ferencvaros, as the teams head to Glasgow on Thursday. This match at the Celtic Park between the ‘Bhoys’ and the ‘Greens’ is likely to be a tight one for both clubs, who are aiming for a winning start to the league phase, but who has the edge?
The hosts are coming off a heavy loss to old rivals Rangers in the Scottish Cup. As destiny would have it, they will host Rangers next weekend at this venue, which may also prove to be a distraction. Can Celtic rise above these challenges and start their European journey on a high?
Ferencvaros can’t be taken lightly, and they come here with some momentum in Europe, having won four UEL qualifying rounds. They have also lost just once in their last 15 matches under Balazs Borbely. Are alarm bells ringing for Celtic? Read more for our analysis, team news, and match predictions.
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Celtic v Ferencvarosi Budapest Best Betting Odds
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1.71 | 4.1 | 4.6 |
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1.77 | 4.11 | 4.52 |
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1.73 | 4.02 | 4.42 |
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1.74 | 4.02 | 4.36 |
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1.74 | 4.02 | 4.36 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Celtic and Ferencvarosi Budapest?
Our prediction for the Celtic vs Ferencvarosi Budapest match is: over 2.5 goals.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 17/09/2026 between Celtic and Ferencvarosi Budapest in Europa League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 42.9% for a win of Celtic against Ferencvarosi Budapest with odds of 1.78 at 888Starz.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Celtic vs Ferencvarosi Budapest is 21.43% with odds of 4.11 at 1xbet.
- Our prediction model gives a 35.67% chance ⭐ for a win of Ferencvarosi Budapest vs Celtic with odds of 4.75 at Bet365.
Celtic vs Ferencvarosi Budapest Form
Celtic and Ferencvarosi Budapest Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
13 Sept 2026 - Scottish League Cup
9 Sept 2026 - Scottish Premiership
5 Sept 2026 - Scottish Premiership
2 Sept 2026 - Scottish Premiership
29 Aug 2026 - Scottish Premiership
25 Aug 2026 - Champions League
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
2 Sept 2026 - Scottish Premiership
29 Aug 2026 - Scottish Premiership
19 Aug 2026 - Champions League
3 Aug 2026 - Scottish Premiership
25 Jul 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
18 Jul 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
13 Sept 2026 - Scottish League Cup
9 Sept 2026 - Scottish Premiership
5 Sept 2026 - Scottish Premiership
25 Aug 2026 - Champions League
15 Aug 2026 - Scottish League Cup
9 Aug 2026 - Scottish Premiership
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
12 Sept 2026 - Magyar Cup
6 Sept 2026 - NB I
3 Sept 2026 - NB I
30 Aug 2026 - NB I
27 Aug 2026 - Europa League
20 Aug 2026 - Europa League
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
6 Sept 2026 - NB I
27 Aug 2026 - Europa League
8 Aug 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
5 Aug 2026 - Europa League
2 Aug 2026 - NB I
30 Jul 2026 - Europa League
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
12 Sept 2026 - Magyar Cup
3 Sept 2026 - NB I
30 Aug 2026 - NB I
20 Aug 2026 - Europa League
17 Aug 2026 - NB I
13 Aug 2026 - Europa League
Celtic vs Ferencvarosi Budapest Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
67 %
0 %
33 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
4 Nov 2021 - Europa League
19 Oct 2021 - Europa League
26 Aug 2020 - Champions League
Celtic - Ferencvarosi Budapest: Form Analysis
Celtic were brushed aside 3-0 away at Rangers in the Scottish Cup last weekend. It ended a four-game winning run, all coming in the Premiership, and also remains just their second defeat in the last 12 matches, including friendlies (W8, D2).
Manager Martin O’Neill has little time to lead his time to bounce back, more so as another Old Firm derby is awaiting next weekend. Celtic’s home form could be a blessing in disguise, as they have won their last eight competitive home fixtures within 90 minutes.
Celtic have two wins from the three previous head-to-head games (L1).
Ferencvaros have the momentum of starting their European journey early this season, having had to negotiate four qualifying rounds. They won six of those eight games (W6, D2), while a win in the Hungarian Cup last time out gives further confidence.
The ‘Greens’ have six wins from their last seven games (D1) and have also won their last five away trips in a row. That may give them confidence, and so does their record under new manager Balazs Borbely, who steered them to ten wins from the last 15 competitive games (D4, L1).
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Celtic & Ferencvarosi Budapest Squad Analysis
Celtic can’t play Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, who will serve a European suspension that he picked up while turning up for Besiktas. Alistair Johnston is one of the confirmed absentees for Celtic, who are also without Jota and Callum Osmand.
Benjamin Nygren is key for Celtic and is expected to start behind the striker in their 4-2-3-1 formation. He has five goals and six assists this season in all competitions.
Camilo Duran has six goals and three assets this season for Celtic.
Ferencvaros have a clean bill of health and have no major injury concerns ahead of this trip. That leaves Lenny Joseph as their lone striker with Callum O’Dowda lining up on the left wing in their 4-2-3-1 formation.
Lenny has four goals in all competitions for the Hungarians, but it is Kristoffer Zachariassen who could make things tricky for Celtic. He is likely to slot in the hole behind the striker, looking to add to his count of five goals and two assists in all competitions.
Celtic - Ferencvarosi Budapest Key Points
- Eight of Celtic’s last nine matches have seen more than two goals.
- Nine of Celtic’s last ten matches in Europe have produced at least three goals.
- Ferencvaros’ last five matches have all produced over 2.5 goals.
- Five of Ferencvaros’ last eight matches in this competition have seen at least three goals scored.
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Our Celtic vs Ferencvarosi Budapest Prediction
This match comes at a crucial time for Celtic, who were beaten by old rivals Rangers in the League Cup last weekend and have an upcoming clash against the same team next weekend. They can’t afford to start their European campaign with a defeat, but Ferencvaros have done well recently and have also held their own in Europe against bigger clubs, although it’s the goals market that we are keeping an eye on.
Eight of Celtic’s last nine home matches saw three or more goals scored, so our Celtic vs Ferencvarosi Budapest prediction is over 2.5 goals.
Celtic vs Ferencvarosi Budapest Alternative Predictions
Ferencvarosi Budapest wins
Ferencvaros have five wins from their last six matches, a clear indicator of their strength. Eight wins from their last 12 games in Europe, plus the momentum of having had to come through four rounds of qualifiers, could be a blessing in disguise for the visitors. Back them to spring a surprise here.
Kristoffer Zachariassen Over 0.5 Shots on Target
Kristoffer Zachariassen scored Ferencvaros’ only goal in their last away win in this competition. He could fancy his chances of being on the offensive.
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