Europa Conference League Predictions & Betting tips
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Find our free Europa Conference League prediction on who will win the competition plus our expert predictions on all the Europa Conference League matches (2025/26). Plenty of information for your sports betting!
Europa Conference League presentation and predictions (Football)
If there are more and more predictions on the Europa Conference League on SportyTrader, it's not by chance, as the competition continues to grow in popularity.
The third European competition organized by UEFA, the Europa Conference League offers a spectacle and pits clubs against each other that are not the most familiar sides in Europe. As a result, there are high odds to be had every European Thursday!
From the first qualifying rounds through to the final on 27 May 2026, find out our predictions for the Europa Conference League right here. With our opinion on the favorites for who will win the groups, the play-offs and then the last 16 all the way to the final, all will be covered at SportyTrader.
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Our free prediction for the Conference League Final: who to bet on?
Last year, it didn't seem too difficult to predict who would win the Conference League at the start of the season. Although the competition usually seemed to be evenly matched, one big favourite stood out this season: Chelsea Blues, who ended up winning the Conference League last year. Will that be the case again this year?
For the moment, we don't know who will qualify for the league phase, as all the clubs have to go through the qualifying rounds, which take place between mid-July and the end of August. We look forward to seeing you then to find out our prediction for the winner of the 2025 - 2026 Conference League!
Our predictions for the Conference League regular season
Last year, the old format with several pools came to an end! The European cups will now be played in a single large group comprising all the participants. The Conference is a little different from the Champions and Europa Leagues in that there are only 6 matches in the league phase, not 8. You can also find the official dates for the matches in this single pool of the Cofnerence League:
- Matchday 1 - October 2, 2025
- Matchday 2 - October 23, 2025
- Matchday 3 - November 6, 2025
- Matchday 4 - November 27, 2025
- Matchday 5 - December 11, 2025
- Matchday 6 - December 18, 2025
Let's move on to the composition of the single group, and our predictions for the qualifiers! Below is our prediction for the top 8, who will qualify directly for the Round of 16, as well as for the next 16, who will go through the play-offs (Round of 16).
Our prediction for the qualifiers for the Conference League Round of 16 (top 8)
To find out our Conference League prediction on the qualifiers, check back at the end of August, as soon as we know all the qualifiers and the draw for the matches.
Our prediction on who will qualify for the Conference League play-offs (9th to 24th place)
For our Conference League prediction on who will qualify for the play-offs, check back at the end of August, as soon as we have all the qualifiers and the draw for the matches.
Beginners Guide to How the Europa Conference League works
The Europa Conference League is the third most important European football competition behind the Champions League and the Europa League, it pits some of Europe's best teams against each other in a competition that can be thrilling to follow. It is proving to be one of the most popular football predictions.
The famous new single pool system is fairly simple to understand: 36 clubs take part and are divided into a league table, with the top 8 qualifying for the round of 16 and the next 16 (9th to 24th place) going through the play-offs (round of 16). Those still behind, in 25th to 36th place, are eliminated.
The play-offs will then mark the start of the knockout phase, with two legs leading up to the grand final on 28 May 2025. What a programme for your football betting this season.
- First qualifying round (10 and 17 July)
- Second qualifying round (24 and 31 July)
- Third qualifying round (7 and 14 August)
- Qualifying play-offs (21 and 28 August)
- Draw for matches on 29 August
- League phase with 6 matches for each team (36 clubs in total)
- The top 8 qualify for the last 16
- The next 16 qualify for the play-offs (round of 16)
- The last 12 are eliminated
- Play-off draw on 16 January 2026
- Play-offs (home and away on 19 and 26 February 2026) Draw for final phase on 27 February return legs on 19 and 26 February 2026)
- Draw for the finals on 27 February
- Round-of-16 knockout stages (12 March to 7 May)
- Final in Leipzig (27 May 2026)
The format of this Conference League is therefore similar to those of the other two European competitions, with the exception of the 6 matches in the single pool, instead of 8 for the Champions League and Europa League.
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How to make good match bets and a reliable Europa Conference League prediction?
As with a Champions League prediction, for example, making a successful Europa Conference League prediction requires a number of factors to be taken into consideration.
Since the first edition of the competition in 2021-2022, our betting experts have been paying attention to the smallest details to offer you the best possible bets. Here's what you need to do and the best advice for making the right bets:
- Pay attention to the latest results
- Judging the motivation and desire to do well in the Europa Conference League
- Take note of the team news for each Europa Conference League match
- Consider the fixture list of each team participating in the ECL
- Know all the latest statistics
These are undoubtedly five excellent methods you absolutely must follow this season if you want to predict the Europa Conference League like an expert. For more details, please read the following paragraphs.
Pay attention to the latest results
The first tip, which is logical but not always applied by beginners, is to pay attention to the latest performances of the teams. We're not just talking about analyzing results, but also, and above all, what the various clubs have achieved recently in the game.
For example, let's say a team taking part in the Europa Conference League has suffered two 4-0 defeats in the league, with only two shots on target. The team would then appear to not be in the kind of form that will do well in the Europa Conference League. It is important to look at the strength of teams they have been facing.
Teams that have been getting good domestic results may be worth betting on in this competition. Again look at the strength of the opposition they have been playing and who they are taking on in the Europa Conference League.
A club's collective form is very important for its future performances. You should never forget this when betting with a football bookmaker.
Judging the motivation and desire to do well in the Europa Conference League
Another tip for betting well on the Europa Conference League is to judge the clubs' real motivation in this third European competition. For several years now, we have seen a difference in the interest shown by clubs in this third competition. There will be weakened line-ups fielded by many sides. They may well want to rest players for key domestic fixtures often played just three days later. Other sides may be more keen to do well and reap some financial rewards. This will grow as the tournament progresses.
Between a club that takes advantage of the competition to rotate its squad and another that plays it to the hilt to make a name for itself on the European stage, your prediction needs to look at how strong a squad the rotating club has. Can they leave players out but still have enough quality players to get the win?
Take note of the team news for each Europa Conference League match
This third tip can be used in conjunction with the previous one: systematically consult the list of players announced as not scheduled to play in the Europa Conference League match on which you want to place a prediction. Suspension, rest, injury... the reasons for absence can be numerous, and can have an impact on a team's collective performance.
Imagine, for example, that Nottingham Forest's best players are all rested for their Conference League group game. In that case, beware: the loss of talent on the pitch could be costly and skew your analysis. Before making your Europa Conference League predictions, get into the habit of reading the squads for Thursday's matches. It's a sure-fire way of avoiding costly errors.
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Consider the fixture list of each team taking part in the ECL
In view of the points mentioned above, the sporting calendar of the clubs is also a factor to be taken into account before making any predictions on the Conference League. Is a club due to play a key fixture in its domestic league on the Sunday following its European duel? It is likely that the side will place more emphasis on the upcoming match.
For your analysis of the Conference League to be relevant at all levels, you need to look at the teams' past and future fixtures. A club that is facing a tough run of fixtures in the league, or even in a domestic cup, may be tempted to rest a few key players for this European football competition.
Get the latest European Cup stats for every team
Another key piece of advice is to analyse each team's statistics in the Conference League. There are several aspects to consider here. As well as looking at each team's history in European competition, take a look at the major statistics obtained by the teams since the start of the season in the UEFA Europa Conference League.
The number of shots on target, possession ratio, successful passes, cards received, expected goals are all figures and indicators that will give you an idea of a team's desire and form in the competition. In the European Cup, success is often decided by small details, so don't forget this when you place your football bet with an online bookmaker.
According to SportyTrader's Conference League predictors, here are the 5 keys to a reliable football prediction. Obviously they are not the only ones, but by using them you should undoubtedly improve your success rate for the European games.
If you don't have the time to analyze each match in depth as we recommend, you can also rely on the detailed predictions at the top of this page on match days. Our experts do all the analysis work to make your life easier!
What not to do for your Europa Conference League predictions
Making a reliable Conference League prediction also means getting rid of bad habits. Here, in 2025, are the things you should absolutely avoid before locking in your bets:
- Give priority to a club's prestige
- Not analyzing the Europa Conference League match
- Betting on the lowest odds for no apparent reason
- Trying to make up for losing an ECL bet
- Betting on a match with nothing at stake in the league phase
- Taking all the bookmakers' boosted odds without thinking
- Predicting a match involving your favorite team
7 pitfalls we'd advise you to avoid in every match of the 2025-26 Conference League season, regardless of your recent success with a bookmaker.
Nothing is ever guaranteed in sports betting, especially when you're talking about a European competition. Remember to never bet more than you're willing to lose, whether it's on the Conference League or any other sport or competition.
Europa Conference League: the statistics you need to know before making a prediction about the winners
You are no doubt aware of this, making a successful prediction also involves reading the statistics and key figures. As far as the 2025-26 edition of the Europa Conference League is concerned, here are the figures we recommend you keep in mind. They were recorded over the course of the last edition of the tournament (2024-25):
- Home wins: 51%
- Draws: 20%
- Away wins: 29%
- Average number of goals: 2.82 goals per match
- +0.5 goals: 94%
- -0.5 goals: 6%
- +1.5 goals: 75%
- -1.5 goals: 25%
- +2.5 goals: 53%
- -2.5 goals: 47%
- +3.5 goals: 30%
- -3.5 goals: 70%
- +4.5 goals: 16%
- -4.5 goals: 84%
- Goal timing distribution: 76-90 minutes (23%)
- First half goals: 41%
- Second half goals: 59%
- Both teams to score: yes: 47%
- Average home goals: 1.67 per match
- Average away goals: 1.15 per match
- Wins by 2 goals or more (handicap): 43.4% of matches
- Correct score 0-0: 6.4% of matches
- Correct score 1-1: 8.6% of matches
- Correct score: 1-0 or 0-1 (19% of matches)
As you can see, for fans of goal-scoring matches, the Conference League may not be the competition to go for if you want to bet on Overs. Over 2.5‘, for example, struggles to get past half of the games, while ’over 3.5" only gets through in 3 out of 10 matches. Another example: the prediction ‘both teams score’ does not even come up in half of the matches, which is rare enough to merit a mention.
By the same token, the exact score 1-0 or 0-1 is valid in almost 1 match out of 5! When you consider the value of the odds offered by sports betting operators for this type of bet, it might be worth trying your luck. It's also worth noting that more goals are scored in the second half than in the first.
Note also the high proportion of handicap wins. Good odds are also available on this bet. Finally, the teams that win the match win half the games! If we add to that the 20% of draws, the 1N double chance wins 7 out of 10 matches! Knowing the key figures is always worthwhile.
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In short: how to make good Europa Conference League predictions?
To sum up, making a reliable Europa Conference League prediction involves systematically studying the match, knowing the key statistics and adopting the best practices mentioned above by our football specialists.
To make even more winning bets on the competition, follow the free advice described on this page. Once again, you can also simply read the predictions and forecasts written by our experts throughout the competition. Rest assured that you won't find any AI writing at SportyTrader. Analysis and expertise from our dedicated tipsters remain at the heart of our predictions.
Our free Europa Conference League previews of the moment:
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Europa Conference League betting: best odds
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To get the most out of Europe's third cup, compare Europa Conference League odds and follow the matches live on our Europa Conference League Livescores page. These two tools will help you refine your predictions for the 2025/26 tournament.
In our comparator, the best betting odds offered by bookmakers are revealed live, from the matches in the league phase to the 2025/26 Europa Conference League final.
Europa Conference League : Frequently Asked Questions
The Europa Conference League draws take place on 29 August 2025 for the group phase of a single pool, 16 December for the play-offs, 27 February 2026 for the final phase.
Four clubs have now won the Europa Conference League: AS Roma (2021/22), West Ham (2022/23), Olympiakos (2023/24) and the most recent champions, Chelsea (2024/25)!
The Conference League final will be played in Leizpig, Germany, at the Red Bull Arena. The stadium can hold up to 47,000 people, located in the east of Germany.
In England, the winner of the League Cup qualifies for the Conference League. If that team has already qualified for a European Cup via the Premier League, 6th or even 7th place in the league offers the qualifying ticket.
The Europa League is UEFA's second most important competition after the Champions League, while the Europa League Conference is the third most important. It's an excellent chance for some of the lesser-known teams throughout Europe to make a name for themselves on the big stage.
Since its inception, the competition has seen the likes of Villarreal (La Liga), Fiorentina (Serie A), Olympique de Marseille (Ligue 1), LOSC (Ligue 1) and English clubs such as Chelsea, West Ham and Aston Villa (Premier League). It's a great line-up for punters.
