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by Ita Emmanuel in Champions League Predictions
Rangers will travel to face Viktoria Plzen in the second leg of the Champions League third qualifying round on Tuesday. Can the Scottish giants consolidate their first-leg victory with another strong performance against the Czech club to reach the playoffs? Here is our prediction for the match.
Rangers returned to the Champions League's main phase for the first time in 11 years in the 2022-23 season. They also qualified for the 2023-24 campaign, but missed out on the last edition after losing 3-1 on aggregate to Dinamo Kyiv in the third qualifying round.
This season, the Teddy Bears are close to going one step further than last season's finish after a commanding 3-0 victory over Plzen in Glasgow in the first leg. Can they build on that victory to close in on securing their place on Europe's biggest stage?
Viktoria Plzen made their maiden appearance in the UEFA Champions League in the 2011–12 season. They are loving for their fourth appearance in the competition and the first after a two-year absence.
After the thumping first-leg defeat at Ibrox Stadium, Miroslav Koubek's side are on the brink of a third consecutive absence from the elite club competition in Europe. However, can they leverage home advantage to turn it around? Let's dive deep into form Analyzes and relevant stats.
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The Best Betting Odds for Viktoria Plzen v Rangers Match
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1.73 | 3.75 | 4.2 |
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1.8 | 4 | 3.75 |
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1.75 | 3.7 | 4 |
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1.78 | 3.75 | 4 |
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1.72 | 4.1 | 4 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Viktoria Plzen and Rangers?
Our prediction for the Viktoria Plzen vs Rangers match is: Between one and three total goals.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 12/08/2025 between Viktoria Plzen and Rangers in Champions League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 29.3% for a win of Viktoria Plzen against Rangers with odds of 1.8 at Betfred.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Viktoria Plzen vs Rangers is 47.98% with odds of 4.1 at Unibet.
- Our prediction model gives a 22.72% chance ⭐ for a win of Rangers vs Viktoria Plzen with odds of 4.5 at Melbet.
Viktoria Plzen vs Rangers Form
Viktoria Plzen and Rangers Last Matches
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Aug 2025 - Chance Liga
5 Aug 2025 - Champions League
30 Jul 2025 - Champions League
26 Jul 2025 - Chance Liga
22 Jul 2025 - Champions League
18 Jul 2025 - Chance Liga
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Aug 2025 - Chance Liga
26 Jul 2025 - Chance Liga
22 Jul 2025 - Champions League
12 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
8 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
5 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
5 Aug 2025 - Champions League
30 Jul 2025 - Champions League
18 Jul 2025 - Chance Liga
28 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
21 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
18 May 2025 - Chance Liga
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Aug 2025 - Scottish Premiership
5 Aug 2025 - Champions League
2 Aug 2025 - Scottish Premiership
30 Jul 2025 - Champions League
26 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
22 Jul 2025 - Champions League
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Aug 2025 - Scottish Premiership
5 Aug 2025 - Champions League
26 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
22 Jul 2025 - Champions League
6 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
14 May 2025 - Scottish Premiership
0/6 (0%)
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
2 Aug 2025 - Scottish Premiership
30 Jul 2025 - Champions League
17 May 2025 - Scottish Premiership
26 Apr 2025 - Scottish Premiership
17 Apr 2025 - Europa League
13 Apr 2025 - Scottish Premiership
Viktoria Plzen vs Rangers Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
5 Aug 2025 - Champions League
Viktoria Plzen - Rangers: Form Analysis
Viktoria Plzen suffered a shock 1-0 home defeat to Swiss side Servette in the first leg of the Champions League second qualifying round. However, they were able to overturn the deficit, winning 3-1 away in the second leg despite playing with 10 men in the second half. Forward Rafiu Durosinmi scored the tie-breaking goal, converting from the spot three minutes from time.
Notably, Miroslav Koubek's side have struggled defensively this season. They have conceded goals in all their six fixtures, but have kept most of them within average scorelines ranging between one and three total goals.
Rangers defeated Panathinaikos 2-0 in the first leg of the Champions League second qualifying round and held the Greek side to a 1-1 in the second leg in Athens. They won the first leg of this fixture 3-0.
Rangers are unbeaten in their five competitive matches and have drawn their last four away matches
Notably, Martin Russell's side have balanced their optimal attacking strength with a good defensive record this season. They haven't conceded more than one goal in their last five matches and have scored in each of them, all of which produced between one and three total goals.
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Viktoria Plzen & Rangers Squad Analysis
Plzen are likely to struggle in the midfield against Rangers heading into this tie. Defensive midfielder and key player Adrian Zeljkovic is out after picking up a red card in the 3-1 win against Servette. However, Rangers may have to keep an eye on talented young midfielder and Czech Republic Best Young Player 2024 Jiří Panoš who is slated to replace Zeljkovic in the middle of the park.
Meanwhile, Matej Vydra, who scored his fourth goal this season in the second qualifying round against Servette, is expected to lead the attack for the hosts. Attacking duo Karel Spáčil and Rafiu Durosinmi also registered their name in the score sheet against Servette and are key names the Rangers' backline should watch out for.
Mauritania-born PSG Academy graduate Djeidi Gassama has four goals in three Champions League qualifiers for Rangers
Rangers' Djeidi Gassama bagged a brace in the first leg and is expected to be closely marked by Miroslav Koubek's side's defense in this second leg. Centre-backs John Souttar and Nasser Djiga have been at the heart of Martin Russell's side's solid backline this season. The defensive duo are available to keep Plzen's Matej Vydra-led attack in check on Tuesday.
Most goals and assists
Viktoria Plzen
Rangers
M. Vydra
(3 Goals)
J. Tavernier
(2 Goals)
Viktoria Plzen - Rangers Key Points
- Four of Viktoria Plzen’s last six matches have ended with between one and three total goals scored.
- Viktoria Plzen have conceded goals in each of their last six matches.
- Victoria Plzen’s last three home matches have ended with between one and three total goals scored.
- Each of Rangers’ five competitive matches this season have ended with between one and three total goals scored.
- Rangers have conceded goals in four of their last five competitive matches.
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Our Viktoria Plzen vs Rangers Prediction
Viktoria Plzen are unlikely to overturn their heavy 3-0 defeat in the first leg of this match. They will aim to secure at least a consolation victory in front of their home fans on Tuesday.
Notably, both teams have been through a run of matches with average scorelines ranging from one to three goals as highlighted in our key points. Hence, we expect a close contest with a similar goal range. Our Viktoria Plzen vs Rangers prediction is a goal range of between one and three total goals.
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