FC Thun vs HNK Hajduk Split Prediction - Oct 22, 2026

FC Thun vs HNK Hajduk Split Prediction and Betting Guide

Our FC Thun vs HNK Hajduk Split prediction points toward a lively European evening in Switzerland. The Conference League league-phase fixture is scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, with kick-off at 20:00 GMT at Thun’s Stockhorn Arena, also known as Visana Stadion.

Team news, form and tactical outlook

Thun enter Matchday 2 needing a response after a narrow 1-0 defeat away to FC Twente. The reigning Swiss champions have also experienced a demanding domestic week, requiring extra time to beat Schaffhausen 2-1 in the Swiss Cup. Substitute Riccardo Braschi settled that contest from the penalty spot, saving his team from an uncomfortable early exit.

New coach Gian-Luca Privitelli is expected to use a compact 4-4-2. Thun should defend in two tight lines before attacking quickly through wide areas. However, preparations have been complicated by internal discipline issues. Marco Bürki and Jan Bamert reportedly lost their captaincy roles, while Bürki has also served a domestic suspension following a red card.

The situation adds pressure to a club already facing reported debts of around 16.5 million Swiss francs. European prize money matters, so this is not simply another Thursday night under the floodlights.

Hajduk arrive with greater confidence after beating Ajax 2-1 on the opening matchday. Abdoulie Sanyang Bamba and Marin Šotiček scored in a major result during the Croatian club’s return to the main European stage after 16 years. Coach Gonzalo García has been especially positive about Bamba, whose pace and individual skill could trouble Thun’s reorganized defence.

That victory was overshadowed by offensive chanting and fireworks from sections of Hajduk’s support, causing a temporary stoppage. García apologized, while Croatian President Zoran Milanović publicly condemned the behaviour. On the pitch, though, Hajduk remain focused and carry the stronger squad valuation: €33.28m compared with Thun’s €19.70m.

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