{"id":1424975,"date":"2026-01-20T10:01:41","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T10:01:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1424975"},"modified":"2026-01-20T10:01:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T10:01:43","slug":"match-preview-viktoria-plzen-vs-porto-22-01-2026-europa-league","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-viktoria-plzen-vs-porto-22-01-2026-europa-league\/","title":{"rendered":"Viktoria Plze\u0148 vs Porto: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s a classic attack-versus-defence storyline as Viktoria Plze\u0148, boasting the best clean sheet record in the group, host a Porto side with superior firepower in this Europa League<\/a> showdown. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With neither team able to rely on historical precedent\u2014these two have never met before\u2014it\u2019s a fresh tactical battle that could determine the shape of their campaigns. The action unfolds at Doosan Arena, with kick-off set for 17:45 on Thursday night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on Viktoria Plze\u0148\u2019s impressive defensive numbers and Porto\u2019s attacking intent, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We\u2019re particularly confident in Porto to win at 1\/1 @ Bet365<\/a> (50.0%) due to their scoring edge and higher win rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Porto to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n1\/1 @ Bet365<\/a>
(50.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nPorto have scored 50% more goals than Plze\u0148 (9 vs 6) and average nearly 15 shots per game. With a win rate of 67% in the group and a more productive attack, we think the even-money price offers solid value.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Under 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(57.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nFour of Plze\u0148\u2019s six games have finished under this line, and they\u2019ve only conceded twice all campaign. If their defence holds firm, goals could be at a premium, making the 8\/11 look fair.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Both sides have shown strengths in different areas. Porto sit 8th in the group with four wins from six and a healthy +4 goal difference. Viktoria Plze\u0148 remain unbeaten but have drawn four of six, relying on defensive stability. Here\u2019s how the group looks so far:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Porto<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n+4<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Viktoria Plze\u0148<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n0<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n+4<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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