Salzburg vs FC Basel 1893 Prediction & Betting Tips - Europa League
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by Sridhar Bhamidi | in Europa League Predictions
Salzburg and Basel are struggling to remain competitive in the playoff race of the League Phase of the UEFA Europa League (UEL), which makes their matchday seven fixture a tight battle. This match on Thursday between the 31st-placed Red Bulls and the 26th-placed FCB comes with our prediction of a home win.
Salzburg’s three points in six UEL games (W1, L5) see them start four points outside the playoff spots. They can’t finish better than 17th and are struggling to stay alive in the competition. Basel’s six points (W2, L4) put them just a point outside the playoff spots. The best they can finish is ninth after this poor start.
Salzburg lost 1-0 away at Freiburg in their last UEL game, which was a second defeat in a row. It was part of their troubles in this competition this season, as Salzburg were beaten in five of six matches.
They did win 2-0 at home in their last home fixture of this campaign, which could boost hopes of staying in the competition.
Basel were beaten 2-1 at home against Aston Villa in their last UEL game, which was their third loss in four matches of this competition. That included consecutive defeats, and even their away form is poor, with defeats in all three trips of this competition this season.
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Salzburg v FC Basel 1893 Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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2.09 | 3.95 | 3.25 |
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2.15 | 3.9 | 3.01 |
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2.06 | 4.02 | 3.13 |
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2.05 | 3.9 | 3.2 |
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2.04 | 3.9 | 3.25 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Salzburg and FC Basel 1893?
Our prediction for the Salzburg vs FC Basel 1893 match is: Salzburg wins.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 22/01/2026 between Salzburg and FC Basel 1893 in Europa League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 38.93% for a win of Salzburg against FC Basel 1893 with odds of 2.15 at Melbet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Salzburg vs FC Basel 1893 is 22.46% with odds of 4.02 at Betwinner.
- Our prediction model gives a 38.61% chance ⭐ for a win of FC Basel 1893 vs Salzburg with odds of 3.28 at 888Starz.
Salzburg - FC Basel 1893 Prediction and Best Odds:
| Salzburg FC Basel 1893 Prediction | Probability | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Salzburg wins | 38.93% | 2.15 at Melbet |
| Over 2.5 goals | 67.33% | 1.54 at 888Starz |
| Both Team To Score | 73.81% | |
| Half-time: Draw / Full-time: Salzburg | 19.83% | 5.75 at LSbet |
Salzburg vs FC Basel 1893 Form
Salzburg and FC Basel 1893's standings in the Europa League
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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30
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6 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | -4 |
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31
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6 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | -5 |
Salzburg and FC Basel 1893 Last Matches
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
10 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
6 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
14 Dec 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
11 Dec 2025 - Europa League
6 Dec 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
6 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
14 Dec 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
23 Nov 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
6 Nov 2025 - Europa League
2 Nov 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
30 Oct 2025 - ÖFB Cup
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
10 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
11 Dec 2025 - Europa League
6 Dec 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
30 Nov 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
27 Nov 2025 - Europa League
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
18 Jan 2026 - Super League
6 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
20 Dec 2025 - Super League
17 Dec 2025 - Super League
14 Dec 2025 - Super League
11 Dec 2025 - Europa League
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
18 Jan 2026 - Super League
6 Jan 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
20 Dec 2025 - Super League
14 Dec 2025 - Super League
11 Dec 2025 - Europa League
30 Nov 2025 - Super League
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Dec 2025 - Super League
7 Dec 2025 - Super League
4 Dec 2025 - Schweizer Cup
27 Nov 2025 - Europa League
23 Nov 2025 - Super League
2 Nov 2025 - Super League
Salzburg against FC Basel 1893 Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Substitutes
C. Zawieschitzky
DefenderJ. Rasmussen
A. Terzic
S. Lainer
MidfielderM. Diambou
M. Yeo
O. Lukic
C. Bischoff
M. Kjaergaard
ForwardK. Konate
E. Aguilar
K. Onisiwo
T. Pfeiffer
M. Salvi
DefenderM. Cisse
M. Akahomen
MidfielderD. Kacuri
K. Ruegg
K. Koindredi
A. Rexhaj
Philipas Otele
M. Soticek
J. Ze
A. Ajeti
Most goals and assists
Salzburg
FC Basel 1893
Y. Vertessen
(3 Goals)
X. Shaqiri
(3 Goals)
A. Terzic
(1 Assists)
, 
E. Baidoo
(1 Assists)
, 
S. Diabate
(1 Assists)
, 
K. Alajbegovic
(1 Assists)
X. Shaqiri
(2 Assists)
Salzburg - FC Basel 1893 Key Points
- Salzburg won four of their last five competitive home matches.
- Salzburg’s only win in this UEL campaign came at home.
- Basel lost three of their last four Europa League matches.
- Away from home, Basel lost all three Europa League games this season in the League Phase.
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Our Salzburg vs FC Basel 1893 Prediction
Both these teams have struggled in the Europa League this season with their hopes of progression hanging in the balance. With only three wins between them, Salzburg and Salzburg have struggled to remain in playoff contention. While a win is unlikely to guarantee movement up the table, the loser here is likely to be out of the top-24 race. Considering their recent forms, it’s tough to pick a winner although Salzburg will hope for a lift from their fans.
Basel’s away struggles are why our Salzburg vs FC Basel 1893 prediction is Salzburg wins.
Last Minute: Pre-match odds analysis Salzburg FC Basel 1893
| Salzburg vs FC Basel 1893 | Opening odds | Pre-match odds | Odds Movements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salzburg wins | 2.09 | 2.15 | +2.9% |
| Draw | 3.56 | 4.02 | +12.9% |
| FC Basel 1893 wins | 3.38 | 3.28 | -3.0% |
After kick-off, the latest odds movements show that:
- Salzburg is most likely to win
- The odds for this bet have increased by 2.9% since opening
- The probability of this result was 47.8% and is now 46.5% (-1.3%)
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
