UEFA Europa League: Betting Tips

Matchday 3 offers some intriguing fixtures, with teams looking to build on strong starts, while others aim to kickstart their European campaigns. Bet Central brings you betting tips from five great matchups.

AS Roma vs Dynamo Kyiv

Somewhat surprisingly, AS Roma have yet to register a win in European competition this season. They also suffered a domestic defeat to Inter Milan this past weekend, meaning they come into this game lacking confidence.

Their opponents, Dynamo Kyiv, currently sit at the top of the Ukrainian Premier League but are also winless in Europe this season. It will be a real battle between these two sides. Paolo Dybala, with all his experience and quality, is the key player to watch for Ivan Juric’s side, while Vladyslav Vanat’s youthful energy up front for Kyiv will give Roma plenty to think about.

Suggested bet: AS Roma to win

Fenerbahce vs Manchester United

This match offers a bit of a reunion in terms of coaching staff and players. Two former Manchester United players now play for Fenerbahce, and the Turkish side is managed by former United coach Jose Mourinho. His team has drawn their last two games and will be looking to return to winning ways.

Manchester United have been prolific in attack but have been equally vulnerable at the back, meaning their free-scoring nature is no guarantee of success. Alejandro Garnacho will need to be at his best to inspire his side, while Sofyan Amrabat will have a point to prove against his former club.

Suggested bet: Fenerbahce or Manchester United win (double chance)

Tottenham vs AZ Alkmaar

AZ Alkmaar may not be as well-known as Dutch giants like PSV and Ajax, but they are a team with serious pedigree, having already delivered some impressive performances in the Europa League. Tottenham will need to be wary of the threat they pose.

Ange Postecoglou’s side hasn’t started the Premier League season as impressively as they did last year, but they have won their games and will be looking to make it three out of three in London. Yves Bissouma is finally settling in with Spurs, and he will need to put in another big performance to overcome Alkmaar. For Alkmaar, the experienced Jordy Clasie will be crucial.

Suggested bet: Over 1.5 goals

Lyon vs Besiktas

Olympique Lyon, like many teams, are experiencing contrasting fortunes domestically and in Europe. They sit seventh in Ligue 1, but they have won both of their Europa League games convincingly, and it would be no surprise to see them make it three out of three against Besiktas.

Besiktas have lost both of their Europa League matches so far, but they sit second in the Turkish Super Lig. Giovanni van Bronckhorst will be hoping his side can find their rhythm in France. Portuguese international Gedson Fernandes will be key for Besiktas, while Corentin Tolisso brings plenty of quality for Lyon.

Suggested bet: Olympique Lyon to win

Porto vs Hoffenheim

Porto are another team that has yet to win in Europe, despite performing well in their domestic league. Their 3-3 draw with Manchester United was a relatively strong performance, which they can build upon as they look to get the better of German side Hoffenheim.

Pellegrino Matarazzo’s Hoffenheim will be looking to replicate their win over Dynamo Kyiv as they aim for consecutive victories in Europe. Andrej Kramaric will be a key figure up front for Hoffenheim, while young striker Samu Omorodion could be crucial for Porto.

Suggested bet: Both teams to score