Match Overview

The third-round match of the 2025/26 group stage between Swiss side Young Boys and Bulgarian club Ludogorets is scheduled for October 23 at the Stade de Suisse in Bern. This preview offers a detailed prediction, betting tips, odds, and statistics for the Young Boys vs Ludogorets encounter.

Young Boys Team Analysis

Young Boys’ Recent Form and Performance

After a heavy 1:4 home defeat to Panathinaikos in the first round, the Swiss team, Young Boys, managed to redeem themselves in their fans’ eyes with a 2:0 away victory against FCSB. This loss to the Greek side is their only defeat in the last five Europa League matches, where they have secured three wins and one draw. Young Boys have consistently found the back of the net in their last six tournament appearances. However, their defense has been less solid, conceding goals in six of their previous eight Europa League fixtures. Currently, Giorgio Contini’s squad sits in 19th place in the tournament standings.

Key Statistics for Young Boys

• The team has not scored more than one goal in 6 of their last 8 Europa League matches.
• At home in this tournament, the Swiss side has an uncompromising 14-match streak (8 wins, 6 losses).
• The club has conceded in 6 consecutive home games in the Europa League.

Young Boys’ Predicted Lineup (4-4-2)*

Marvin Keller – Loris Benito, Jaouan Hadjam, Sandro Lauper, Saidy Janko – Edimilson Fernandes, Rayan Raveloson, Darian Males, Joël Monteiro – Armin Gigovic, Chris Bedia.

Team News: Young Boys Injuries

Defender Gregory Wüthrich and midfielder Alvyn Sanches are sidelined due to injuries.

Ludogorets Team Analysis

Ludogorets’ Current Form and Statistics

The Bulgarian side, Ludogorets, failed to build on their 2:1 victory over Malmö in the first round, suffering a 0:2 defeat to Betis in their last match. It’s worth noting that Ludogorets has only secured two wins in their previous 12 Europa League encounters (4 draws, 6 losses), failing to score in six of those games. Additionally, they have conceded goals in their last seven Europa League matches. Rui Mota’s team currently occupies the 21st position in the tournament standings.

Key Statistics for Ludogorets

• Both teams have scored in 5 of Ludogorets’ last 7 Europa League matches.
• Away from home in this tournament, the club has remained unbeaten in 6 of their last 8 previous matches, securing 3 wins.
• In 5 of their last 6 away Europa League games, the Bulgarians have not scored more than once.

Ludogorets’ Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)*

Sergio Padt – Son, Dinis Almeida, Edwin Kurtulus, Anton Nedyalkov – Pedro Naressi, Petar Stanić, Filip Kaloc – Erik Bille, Caio Vidal, Erik Marcus.

Team News: Ludogorets Injuries

Midfielders Agibu Camara and Kwadwo Duah are injured.

Match Official

Referee Statistics

Mohammad Al-Emara (Finland)

Matches refereed – 11 (International matches, 2024/25 – 2025/26);

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 41;

Average yellow cards per match – 3.7;

Red cards shown – 4;

Average fouls per match – 25;

Penalties awarded – 45%.

Young Boys – Ludogorets Match Prediction

Analysis of Young Boys’ Home Performance

The victory in the previous round marked the Swiss side’s third win in their last four Europa League matches, and notably, their first with a margin greater than one goal. At home in this competition, Young Boys have displayed an all-or-nothing attitude, avoiding draws in their last 14 encounters. Furthermore, in five of their eight home victories during this period, the club managed to secure wins by only a single goal.

Ludogorets’ Away Form and Scoring Ability

Ludogorets have demonstrated decent results in the Europa League even on the road, remaining undefeated in six of their previous eight away matches (3 wins, 3 draws). It’s significant to note that one of Ludogorets’ defeats was by a narrow one-goal margin, and in another 0:2 loss, the decisive goal was conceded in stoppage time. Additionally, the team consistently finds the net, which will be a crucial factor against the Swiss opponents who have conceded at least two goals in their last five home Europa League fixtures.

Final Prediction and Betting Tip

Considering these factors, I believe the visitors are capable of maintaining a positive handicap. My prediction is Ludogorets with a (+1) handicap at odds of 1.60

Disclaimer

* The starting lineup listed for each team is based on their last match in this tournament.