Go Ahead Eagles
- Go Ahead Eagles are flying high on the back of some good early season results and their KNVB Cup win while FCSB come into Thursday’s UEFA Europa League 2025-2026 opener on a wave of fan frustration after a poor start to their domestic campaign. For more insight, our Go Ahead Eagles vs FCSB preview highlights the current shape of both teams.
- New Go Ahead Eagles coach Melvin Boel has impressed during his short time in charge since June 2025 by getting the squad to play with a positive, high-tempo style that is full of directness and intent.
- He has two strikers up front and his team will look to create turnovers, especially in wide areas where the ball can be switched quickly from defence to attack.
- Evert Linthorst and Melle Meulensteen have a lot of the creative responsibility and have certainly made the right connection with their pacey and mobile strikers Jakob Breum and Victor Edvardsen - both of whom have got on the scoresheet in recent victories. Furthermore, this Go Ahead Eagles vs FCSB prediction points to the importance of dynamic forward play in deciding the outcome.
- Go Ahead Eagles have scored in each of their last five matches, keeping just one shutout.
FCSB
- FCSB’s 3-0 European win over Aberdeen was a masterclass, but Darius Olaru’s brace notwithstanding, it is their only victory in their last five games. According to the latest Go Ahead Eagles vs FCSB prediction, FCSB will be desperate to improve their recent form against lively opposition.
- The Bucharest club have drawn two and lost two of their previous four Liga I matches, leaving them with just 1 win in 8 matches and a −4 goal difference.
- The former Steaua manager has a solid foundation to build upon, having won consecutive Liga I titles, but he will need to improve his side’s defence if they are to compete for a top-two finish.
Head-to-Head
This is the first-ever meeting between the clubs.
Go Ahead Eagles
- Evert Linthorst.
- Melle Meulensteen.
- Jakob Breum.
- Victor Edvardsen.
FCSB
- Adrian Șut and Risto Radunovic are talented defenders, but have yet to find a rhythm after injuries and selection changes kept them out of the side in the opening weeks of the season.
- Darius Olaru.
- Daniel Bîrligea.
- Florin Tănase.
Betting Insights
- Both teams to score is +125, with Go Ahead Eagles +230 to win and the draw +270. For those looking for value, the Go Ahead Eagles vs FCSB betting tips suggest exploring goal markets given both teams' recent attacking form.
- Given the attacking nature of both sides’ games, we’re taking Over 2.5 goals at a short odds of -163.
- FCSB have won only one of their opening eight SuperLiga games, posting a −4 goal difference.
Prediction
Given the attacking nature of both sides’ games, we’re taking Over 2.5 goals at a short odds of -163, but it is Go Ahead Eagles who we feel can edge this Europa League clash.
