{"id":1425585,"date":"2026-01-21T11:56:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T11:56:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1425585"},"modified":"2026-01-21T14:24:57","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T14:24:57","slug":"match-preview-celta-vigo-vs-lille-22-01-2026-europa-league","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-celta-vigo-vs-lille-22-01-2026-europa-league\/","title":{"rendered":"Celta Vigo vs Lille: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With both Celta Vigo and Lille locked on nine points and identical win\u2013loss records, this Europa League <\/a>tie at the Abanca-Bala\u00eddos is set up as a compelling battle between two sides who have shown moments of attacking flair but also missed opportunities. Kick-off comes at 8:00pm Thursday as both teams attempt to shake off mixed early-season form and move up the continental pecking order.<\/strong><\/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
Celta Vigo to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n11\/8 @ Bet365<\/a>
(42.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing Celta Vigo to win because they’ve outscored their xG by a big margin (12 goals from 6.63 xG), suggesting clinical finishing when chances do come. Lille have missed more big chances (13) and conceded more shots on target, making this a good value home play.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Over 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n10\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(52.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here due to both teams combining for 22 goals in 12 matches, with underlying shot data and big chances created indicating attacking intent from both sides. Defensive solidity is average, so expect opportunities at both ends.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    2025\/26 season to date<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Both teams sit mid-table with identical records: three wins and three losses from six games, and a positive goal difference. Celta Vigo have a slightly more potent attack on raw numbers, while Lille’s defensive record is marginally better.<\/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
    Celta Vigo<\/td>\n19<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n0<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n+3<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Lille<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n0<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n+3<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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