Thursday, 22 October 2026

Ararat-Armenia

0–4 FT

AZ Alkmaar

Our pick1–0Missed

AZ Alkmaar arrive in Yerevan with three points from two league-phase games, while Ararat-Armenia are still searching for their first. The hosts need a result to start climbing out of the bottom places.

Dinamo Zagreb

2–4 FT

NEC Nijmegen

Our pick2–1Missed

Dinamo Zagreb have kept a clean sheet in both of their matches this season, but NEC Nijmegen have shown they can find the net. Thursday's Europa League clash at Maksimir looks set to test the hosts' solid start.

Ferencvarosi TC

4–1 FT

Torreense

Our pick2–0Correct result

Ferencvarosi TC face Torreense in the Europa League with a long list of unavailable players, a real test of depth for the Budapest side.

Juventus

Rennes

Our pick2–0Missed

Juventus have won both of their opening games and lead the Europa League table, but a heavy list of absences will test their depth when Rennes visit Turin.

Lech Poznan

1–1 FT

Sunderland

Our pick1–2Missed

Lech Poznan have yet to earn a point in the Europa League league phase and sit at the foot of the table. Sunderland, ninth with six points, come to Poznan on Thursday looking to stay in the early hunt.

OFI

0–2 FT

Bayer Leverkusen

Our pick1–2Correct result

Bayer Leverkusen have scored six and conceded none in their last two matches. They travel to Heraklion to face OFI, who have been hard to beat at home.

Sturm Graz

1–0 FT

Marseille

Our pick1–0Exact score

Sturm Graz and Marseille arrive in Graz separated by a single point, both still searching for their first Europa League momentum. Injuries add a further twist to a tight contest.

Union St. Gilloise

4–0 FT

Hapoel Beer Sheva

Our pick2–1Correct result

Union St. Gilloise have won and drawn their opening two Europa League league-phase games, but a long list of absences will shape how they approach this Thursday's clash with Hapoel Beer Sheva.

1899 Hoffenheim

Lyon

Our pick1–2

Hoffenheim and Lyon have met three times in recent seasons, and all three ended level. Lyon arrive in Sinsheim unbeaten, while the hosts are still searching for their first point in the Europa League league stage.

Beşiktaş

Crystal Palace

Our pick2–1

Beşiktaş arrive in form, but Crystal Palace's growing injury list is the story as they travel to Istanbul for matchday three of the league stage.

Bournemouth

AC Milan

Our pick2–1

Fifth after two wins, Bournemouth host AC Milan in 16th, but a long list of absentees will test the hosts' depth at the Vitality Stadium.

Celje

Red Bull Salzburg

Our pick0–2

Celje sit 35th of 36 in the Europa League table with no points and a goal difference of minus five. Red Bull Salzburg, 21st with three points, are the next visitors to Stadion Z'dežele, and a result is badly needed.

Celtic

Celta Vigo

Our pick1–1

Both sides are still waiting for their first Europa League league-phase point, and Thursday's meeting in Glasgow pits Celtic's shaky defence against Celta Vigo's struggling attack.

Jagiellonia

Anderlecht

Our pick2–1

Jagiellonia have not lost at home this season, while Anderlecht are still chasing their first Europa League point. Can the visitors make a game of it in Białystok?

Lillestrom

Real Sociedad

Our pick1–0

Lillestrom and Real Sociedad sit one place apart in the Europa League table, both with a single point. The winner at Åråsen would open a small but meaningful gap.

Omonia Nicosia

Benfica

Our pick1–2

Benfica travel to Nicosia level with Omonia on points, but the home side arrive on a run of wins and are unbeaten at GSP Stadium this season. Can they keep it going against one of the division's most prolific attacks?

Olympiakos Piraeus

Sparta Praha

Our pick2–1

Olympiakos host a Sparta side that has scored more than they have, and the match tests whether the Greeks' defensive solidity can hold against a team with real firepower.

Plzen

Levski Sofia

Our pick2–0

Plzen have won only once in four outings, but Levski Sofia's absentee list is the bigger story heading into Thursday's clash in Pilsner.

UEFA Europa Conference League

Kairat Almaty

1–5 FT

Panathinaikos

Our pick1–1Missed

Kairat Almaty and Panathinaikos meet in Almaty on Thursday with only two points separating them after one round each. Whoever takes control in the Kazakh city could open a gap before the league stage has settled.

FC Iberia 1999

1–1 FT

Mjallby AIF

Our pick1–2Missed

FC Iberia 1999 look for their first league-phase points at home to Mjallby AIF, who have started their Conference League campaign with a win.

FC Nordsjaelland

CSKA Sofia

Our pick2–0Missed

FC Nordsjaelland have not conceded at home this season, while CSKA Sofia are still waiting for their first point in the Europa Conference League. Thursday's clash at Right to Dream Park pits a solid home base against a visitor that has struggled to score.

FK Crvena Zvezda

FC Copenhagen

Our pick1–2Missed

Second-placed FC Copenhagen travel to Belgrade on Thursday, with Crvena Zvezda, 24th of 36 sides, looking to turn the tables on a favourite that has started the league stage in strong form.

FK Jablonec

0–0 FT

Brighton

Our pick1–2Missed

Brighton arrive in Jablonec nad Nisou sitting top of the league phase, with Jablonec still searching for their first points. Both sides have strong records to protect in a match that could shape early positioning.

Getafe

2–5 FT

FC Lugano

Our pick1–2Correct result

Lugano arrive eighth in the Conference League table with a perfect start, while Getafe sit 15th after a draw. The contrast between a stubborn home side and a free-scoring travelling team sets up a tight Thursday night in Getafe.

Inter Club d'Escaldes

1–3 FT

Universitatea Craiova

Our pick1–0Missed

Inter Club d'Escaldes and Universitatea Craiova are separated by a single point in the Conference League table. Thursday's clash in Encamp could decide who gets the upper hand.

Kauno Žalgiris

1–4 FT

Brann

Our pick1–2Correct result

Brann arrive in Kaunas as clear favourites, looking to build on a winning start against a Kauno Žalgiris side still searching for its first point.

Pafos

1–1 FT

Riga

Our pick1–1Exact score

Pafos look to turn late-game momentum into points against Riga, with the two sides separated by a single point after one league-phase match each.

Trabzonspor

2–0 FT

Heart Of Midlothian

Our pick1–1Missed

Trabzonspor, third of 36 sides, host a Heart of Midlothian team sitting 19th in a Conference League stage where every point could matter later. The outcome will shape both clubs' early ambitions.

Aarhus

Egnatia Rrogozhinë

Our pick0–1

Aarhus are still waiting for their first goal in the Conference League league phase. They host Egnatia Rrogozhinë in Randers on Thursday, with the visitors favoured to take the points.

Ajax

Atalanta

Our pick1–2

Atalanta sit fourth in the Conference League table after one match, while Ajax are 25th of 36 with nothing yet. Can the Dutch side turn the Johan Cruijff Arena into a problem for the Italians?

Borac Banja Luka

KuPS

Our pick2–1

Borac Banja Luka and KuPS are almost level in the Conference League table, both still without a point. Whoever finds the first advantage in Banja Luka on Thursday could open a gap that matters.

FC Midtjylland

St. Truiden

Our pick2–1

St. Truiden arrive in Herning sixth in the League Stage table after a winning start, two points clear of FC Midtjylland. Thursday's match could give either side a decisive early edge.

FC Thun

HNK Hajduk Split

Our pick1–2

FC Thun open their Conference League account with nothing yet to show for it, while Hajduk Split arrive in Switzerland in full flow. Can the hosts make the favourites pay at the Stockhorn Arena?

Lincoln Red Imps FC

Twente

Our pick0–2

Twente arrive in Europa Point with the sharper attack and the stronger start to the league phase, while Lincoln Red Imps will look to hold their shape at home. The contrast between Twente's scoring and Lincoln's resistance could decide the matchday two clash.

Monaco

SC Freiburg

Our pick2–1

Monaco have won every match they have played this season and welcome an in-form SC Freiburg side in the Conference League. Can the Principality momentum survive another big night?

SC Braga

Gent

Our pick2–1

Pointless and 35th of 36 in the Conference League table, SC Braga need a result against Gent to start climbing away from the foot of the standings.

Pro League

Pro League Thu 22 Oct

Al-Hazm

Al-Fayha

Our pick1–0Missed

Al-Fayha head to Ar Rass still searching for an away win this season, while Al-Hazm sit only two points ahead of them. On Thursday, a single result could open a real gap between two sides fighting to climb the table.

Pro League Thu 22 Oct

Al-Fateh

1–3 FT

Al Shabab

Our pick1–2Correct result

Al Shabab and Al-Fateh last drew 1-1 in April, and another tight contest is on the cards as Al-Fateh try to climb out of the Pro League relegation zone.

Pro League Thu 22 Oct

Al-Ahli Jeddah

21:00 FT

Al Khaleej Saihat

Our pick2–0

Al-Ahli Jeddah can strengthen their push up the Pro League table while extending a run against Al Khaleej Saihat that has never been broken in five meetings. Thursday's game in Jeddah offers a chance to make it six.

Stars League

Al Shahaniya

0–4 FT

Al Sadd

Our pick1–3Correct result

Second-placed Al Sadd travel to Lai Yang with the leaders in sight and a chance to keep the title race tight. Al Shahaniya, eighth, need a result to stay in touch with the group above them.

Al-Duhail SC

18:00 FT

Lusail City

Our pick1–0

Al-Duhail host Lusail City in Doha in a Stars League clash that could tilt the chase for the upper half of the table. The hosts' late-goal habit meets a visitor who has struggled to keep clean sheets on the road.

Al Wakrah

18:00 FT

Al-Arabi SC

Our pick1–2

Al Wakrah arrive at this Stars League meeting with a mixed recent run, while Al-Arabi bring the momentum of a side in the top three. A win on Thursday could reshape the race for the upper half of the table.

Al-Gharafa

Al Ahli Doha

Our pick1–2Missed

Nineteen goals in the last five meetings point to an open, unpredictable contest. Al-Gharafa and Al Ahli Doha meet in Doha with both sides looking to climb a congested table.

CONMEBOL Libertadores Thu 22 Oct

CONMEBOL Libertadores

Palmeiras

0–1 FT · pens 5-3

Fluminense

Our pick2–1Missed

Palmeiras carry a narrow advantage from the first leg into the return at Nubank Parque, while Fluminense must win to keep the tie alive.

Major League Soccer Thu 22 Oct

Major League Soccer

FC Cincinnati

2–1 FT

DC United

Our pick2–1Exact score

DC United head to Cincinnati 13th in the Eastern Conference, needing points to climb away from the bottom three. Cincinnati's home record may decide whether they can do it.

Liga MX

Our pick0–1Correct result

Club America travel to Guadalajara as Liga MX leaders, with Atlas close behind in third. A result on Thursday could shape the top of the Apertura table.

Our pick0–1Correct result

Monterrey and Puebla sit one point apart in the Liga MX table, and both are looking for a way to pull clear. Puebla have not beaten their rivals in five meetings.

Our pick2–0Missed

Toluca, second in Liga MX, host a Club Tijuana side still searching for consistency in the lower half of the table. Can the visitors make the Nemesio Diez a difficult night for the hosts?

Our pick0–1Correct result

Cruz Azul travel to Estadio Hidalgo as clear favourites, sitting fifth while Pachuca languish in 14th. Can the home side turn a lopsided table into a close contest?

Our pick2–1Correct result

Santos Laguna arrive in Torreon on a five-match winning streak that has lifted them into the top half of the Liga MX table. Can it continue against a Pumas side still searching for consistency?