{"id":1437484,"date":"2026-03-10T11:28:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T11:28:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1437484"},"modified":"2026-03-10T11:28:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T11:28:30","slug":"match-preview-celta-vigo-vs-lyon-12-03-26-europa-league","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-celta-vigo-vs-lyon-12-03-26-europa-league\/","title":{"rendered":"Celta Vigo vs Lyon: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Celta Vigo<\/a> welcome Lyon<\/a> in a clash that pits home resilience against away dominance, with both sides bringing attacking flair into this Europa League<\/a> contest. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite never having faced each other before, each team has found its scoring touch this season, but it\u2019s Lyon who arrive as league leaders and defensive standouts. Kick-off is set for 20:00 on Thursday at Bala\u00eddos, promising a fascinating tactical battle between possession-heavy Lyon and a Celta side who have outperformed expectations in front of goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Based on Lyon\u2019s dominant defensive record and Celta\u2019s tendency to overperform their expected goals, our top betting recommendations focus on Lyon\u2019s value in the match result market and a strong angle on goals. We\u2019re particularly confident in backing Lyon not to lose, given their 88% win rate and consistency at both ends of the pitch.<\/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
Lyon Double Chance (Win or Draw)<\/strong><\/td>\nBet365<\/a>
8\/13 (61.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nLyon have won 7 of 8 this season (88% win rate) and conceded just 5 goals. Their defensive record and control in possession (63.3%) make them tough to beat, even away. Celta have lost 3 of 8 this campaign and face a step up in class.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Over 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\nBet365<\/a>
1\/1 (50.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBoth teams average over 2 goals per game (Celta 1.8, Lyon 2.25). Celta\u2019s matches have seen 30 goals in their last 10 (3.0 per match), and Lyon\u2019s attacking efficiency suggests another open game. Recent form points to attacking intent on both sides.<\/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

    Lyon were the standout team of the group stage, finishing top after collecting 21 points from a possible 24 and qualifying for the round of 16 automatically. Things weren’t as successful for Celta Vigo, who finished 16th and had to enter the playoff phase. They were able to beat PAOK 3-1 on aggregate to advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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