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Celta Vigo vs Lille Prediction

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Celta Vigo

€140.40m

22 Jan15:00
2 : 1

Lille

€235.00m

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Celta Vigo vs Lille Prediction UEFA Europa League

Celta Vigo vs Lille Prediction: Stats, Tactics & Betting Tips Unveiled

Welcome, football fans and betting enthusiasts! Our Celta Vigo vs Lille prediction is here to guide you through the key stats, tactical insights, and betting tips for this much-anticipated UEFA Europa League match on January 22, 2026, at 20:00 GMT. Whether you’re a casual punter or a stats nerd, we’ve got you covered with a blend of sharp analysis and a sprinkle of humor. Let’s dive in.

Team Form, Tactics, and Head to Head: Who Holds the Edge?

As the Estadio Abanca Balaídos gears up for a European night, both Celta Vigo and Lille arrive with contrasting stories but a shared determination. Celta, also known simply as Celta, have been showing some impressive domestic form lately. Unbeaten in their last four La Liga outings, they’ve picked up three wins, including a gritty 1-0 victory away at Sevilla and a 4-1 hammering of Valencia. Not to forget, their shock 2-0 win over Real Madrid in December—at odds of 10.5, no less! That’s the sort of giant-killing that makes La Liga weekends worth watching.

Lille, meanwhile, have hit a couple of speed bumps in January. Two losses, including a 2-0 home defeat to Rennes and a 2-1 exit from the Coupe de France at the hands of Lyon, have cooled spirits. But don’t write off Les Dogues just yet—they’ve won seven of their last ten Ligue 1 matches and currently sit fourth in their domestic league. Their European campaign hasn’t quite caught fire, but they have pedigree, having narrowly missed out on Champions League qualification last season by goal difference.

  • Head to head between these two is tight: one win each in their previous two encounters, with an average of 2.5 goals per game.
  • Squad values tell an interesting tale: Celta’s roster is valued at €140.40m, while Lille’s deeper squad comes in at €235.00m.
  • Possession is expected to favor the home side (Celta 55% vs Lille 45%), suggesting a proactive approach from the Spaniards.

Injuries, Suspensions, and Lineups: Who’s In, Who’s Out?

Both managers have headaches, and not just from over-caffeinated analysts. Celta Vigo are juggling a laundry list of injuries—Hugo Sotelo, Borja Iglesias, Javi Rueda, Bryan Zaragoza, and more are doubts or out. Ilaix Moriba is suspended, but Carlos Domínguez and Mihailo Ristić have recently been cleared to play, which offers some relief. Expect Celta to line up in a 4-4-2 formation, likely featuring Ionut Radu in goal and the evergreen Iago Aspas up front.

Lille are also missing key personnel. Captain Benjamin André is sidelined with a shoulder injury, Ousmane Touré remains out long-term, and André Gomes is touch-and-go. The squad will lean on the experience of Olivier Giroud, who joined after a stint in MLS, and the steady hands of Berke Ozer in goal, most likely in a 4-2-3-1 setup.

  • Both teams are forecasted to have just one yellow card each—so expect more football, less drama.
  • Corners? Don’t blink, you might miss them—just two apiece predicted.

Betting Tips, AI Predictions & Final Score: What Do the Numbers Say?

Now, let’s get to what you really want: the Celta Vigo vs Lille prediction and the best betting tips for this Europa League encounter.

  1. 1X Double Chance (Home win or draw) – Odds: 1.42, Confidence: 5.2/10
  2. 1x2 Main Prediction: Celta Vigo to win – Odds: 2.4, Trust Level: 3.2
  3. Under 3.45 Goals – Odds: 1.39, Trust: 3.45

Our AI expects a tactical battle rather than a goal-fest, tipping a 2:1 win for Celta Vigo, with a 1:0 lead at half-time. The shot count is expected to be modest—Celta with 9 shots (4 on target), Lille with 7 shots (2 on target). Both teams are strong defensively, but Celta’s recent confidence, especially after toppling Real Madrid, could give them the edge. Lille’s away form is not to be underestimated, though, especially with veterans like Giroud leading the line.

  • Key stat: Both teams have tasted big away wins recently—Celta at the Bernabéu, Lille at the Olimpico against Roma. So, don’t be shocked if we get a twist or two.
  • AI’s best tip: 1X (home win or draw) is the safest bet, but for the bolder punter, a straight Celta win at 2.4 could be worth a flutter.

Final Thoughts: Celta Vigo vs Lille Prediction and Betting Value

To wrap up our Celta Vigo vs Lille prediction, here’s the bottom line: Celta’s home form, tactical discipline, and recent giant-slaying make them slight favorites, but Lille’s experience and squad depth ensure this will be no walk in the park. Expect a close contest, with Celta Vigo tipped to edge it 2:1. Under 3.45 goals looks solid, and the 1X market offers safety for the risk-averse.

As always, remember that football has a way of making fools of us all—so bet responsibly, enjoy the game, and may your slips be green! For more Europa League head to head analysis and betting tips, keep it locked on NerdyTips.

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Celta Vigo vs Lille

1X -238

Celta Vigo to win or draw with odds of -238
5/10

1x2 Tip

1 140

Celta Vigo is expected to win with odds of 140
3/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -313

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match
3/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -130

Both teams are expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U4.5 -156

Home win/draw and under 4.5 goals
2/10
Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

1:0

Correct Score

2:1

Stats Predictions

1.35
xG
0.94
55%
Ball Possession
45%
9
Total Shots
7
4
Shots on Goal
2
2
Shots Off Goal
2
2
Corners
2
1
Yellow Cards
1

Average / Match

1.39
Expected Goals
1.54
2.3
Total Goals
2.9
1.6
Goals Scored
1.6
0.7
Goals Against
1.3
51%
Possession
54%
10.2
Total Shots
10.7
4.3
Shots on Goal
4.2
3.3
Shots off Goal
3.1
12.8
Fouls
8.5
3.5
Corners
4
2
Offsides
1.4
1.88
Yellow Cards
1.5
500
Total Passes
501

Overview Last 10 Matches

5
Wins
6
7
Over 1.5 Goals
6
4
Over 2.5 Goals
5
2
Over 3.5 Goals
3
4
Both Teams Scored
3
1
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Celta Vigo
0 - 0 - 1
Lille
Lille Lille 30-Jul-24
3:1
Celta Vigo Celta Vigo

Profile time Recent Matches of Celta Vigo

29 Jan Crvena zvezda Crvena zve.
-
Celta Vigo. Celta Vigo
25 JanL Real Sociedad Real Socie.
3:1
Celta Vigo. Celta Vigo
22 JanW Celta Vigo Celta Vigo.
2:1
Lille. Lille
18 JanW Celta Vigo Celta Vigo.
3:0
Vallecano. Vallecano
12 JanW Sevilla Sevilla.
0:1
Celta Vigo. Celta Vigo
03 JanW Celta Vigo Celta Vigo.
4:1
Valencia. Valencia
20 DecD R. Oviedo R. Oviedo.
0:0
Celta Vigo. Celta Vigo
17 DecD Albacete Albacete.
2:2
Celta Vigo. Celta Vigo
14 DecW Celta Vigo Celta Vigo.
2:0
Ath Bilbao. Ath Bilbao
11 DecL Celta Vigo Celta Vigo.
1:2
Bologna. Bologna

Profile time Recent Matches of Lille

29 JanLille Lille.
-
Freiburg.Freiburg
25 JanLLille Lille.
1:4
Strasbourg.Strasbourg
22 JanLCelta Vigo Celta Vigo.
2:1
Lille.Lille
16 JanLPSG PSG.
3:0
Lille.Lille
11 JanLLille Lille.
1:2
Lyon.Lyon
03 JanLLille Lille.
0:2
Rennes.Rennes
20 DecWLusitanos Lusitanos.
0:1
Lille.Lille
14 DecWAuxerre Auxerre.
3:4
Lille.Lille
11 DecLYoung Boys Young Boys.
1:0
Lille.Lille
05 DecWLille Lille.
1:0
Marseille.Marseille

World - UEFA Europa League World - UEFA Europa League

Team Matches Goals Points
1 Lyon Lyon7
14-3
18
2 Aston Villa Aston Villa7
11-4
18
3 SC Freiburg SC Freiburg7
10-3
17
4 FC Midtjylland FC Midtjylland7
16-8
16
5 SC Braga SC Braga7
11-5
16
6 AS Roma AS Roma7
12-5
15
7 Ferencvarosi TC Ferencvarosi7
12-7
15
8 Real Betis Real Betis7
11-6
14
9 FC Porto FC Porto7
10-6
14
10 Genk Genk7
9-6
13
11 FK Crvena Zvezda FK Crvena7
6-5
13
12 PAOK PAOK7
15-10
12
13 VfB Stuttgart VfB Stuttgart7
12-7
12
14 Celta Vigo Celta Vigo7
14-10
12
15 Bologna Bologna7
11-7
12
16 Nottingham Forest Nottingham7
11-7
11
17 Plzen Plzen7
7-3
11
18 Fenerbahçe Fenerbahçe7
9-6
11
19 Panathinaikos Panathinaikos7
10-8
11
20 Dinamo Zagreb Dinamo Zagreb7
12-14
10
21 Lille Lille7
11-9
9
22 Brann Brann7
9-10
9
23 BSC Young Boys BSC Young Boys7
8-13
9
24 Celtic Celtic7
9-13
8
25 Ludogorets Ludogorets7
11-15
7
26 Feyenoord Feyenoord7
10-13
6
27 FC Basel 1893 FC Basel 18937
9-12
6
28 Red Bull Salzburg Red Bull7
8-12
6
29 FCSB FCSB7
8-15
6
30 GO Ahead Eagles GO Ahead7
6-14
6
31 Sturm Graz Sturm Graz7
4-11
4
32 Rangers Rangers7
4-11
4
33 Nice Nice7
7-14
3
34 Utrecht Utrecht7
3-11
1
35 Malmo FF Malmo FF7
3-13
1
36 Maccabi Tel Aviv Maccabi Tel7
2-19
1
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