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The UEFA Europa League serves up a fascinating encounter as Ferencvaros host Panathinaikos at the Groupama Aréna on January 22, 2026, with kick-off at 20:00 GMT. If you’re searching for the most insightful Ferencvaros vs Panathinaikos prediction, you’ve landed in the right place. Let’s break down the teams, tactics, and betting angles, so you’re ready for the action.
Both sides arrive in Budapest with plenty to play for, though their journeys to this point have been anything but identical. Ferencvaros, currently sitting 6th in the Europa League standings, have been the definition of unpredictable. They’ve impressed on the continental stage—recently beating Rangers 2-1 and holding Fenerbahce to a gritty 1-1 draw away, a result that raised eyebrows considering their hefty underdog status. Yet, domestically, they’ve stumbled, dropping points against Rapid Wien and Debrecen. Still, the Hungarians are a tough nut to crack at home, and their European resilience can’t be overlooked.
Panathinaikos, meanwhile, are 15th in the group but not to be underestimated. The Greek giants have been in fine fettle back home, stringing together emphatic 3-0 wins over Aris Thessaloniki and Panserraikos, and edging NFC Volos 2-1. In Europe, they’ve shown both steel and style—a 0-0 draw with Plzeň and a 2-1 triumph over Sturm Graz underline their balanced approach.
Injury woes are mounting for both. Ferencvaros will miss Maiga, Pantovic, and key defender Stefan Gartenmann. Krisztián Lisztes is also sidelined, and Bence Ötvös is treading a suspension tightrope. Panathinaikos are arguably worse off—Cyriel Dessers, Georgios Kyriopoulos, and several others are unavailable, but the return of Pelistri, Sanches, and Kyriakopoulos could inject some much-needed dynamism.
Historically, these two have rarely shared the pitch, making this Ferencvaros vs Panathinaikos prediction all the more intriguing. The bookies slightly favour the hosts, with a home win priced at 2.42, a draw at 3.4, and an away win at 3.2. The market reflects the tightness of the contest, and with both teams having something to prove, expect a tactical chess match rather than a goal fest.
Despite Panathinaikos’s higher squad value (€87.15m to Ferencvaros’s €49.05m), the Hungarians’ home advantage and recent European form make them a tough proposition.
Now, for the part every punter wants: the Ferencvaros vs Panathinaikos prediction from our AI and stats team. The data points to a low-scoring affair:
With both sides likely to err on the side of caution, under 3.4 goals looks the standout bet. Ferencvaros’s ability to grind out results at home, even when not at their best, should not be underestimated. Panathinaikos’s squad depth is being tested, and while their technical quality is clear, their absentees could prove costly.
This Europa League tie is set up for a tense, tactical affair. Ferencvaros have the edge on home turf and, despite their inconsistent domestic form, have shown they can step up when it matters. Panathinaikos’s recent results are impressive, but injuries and suspensions might just tip the balance. For fans and punters alike, the best value lies in backing under 3.4 goals and siding with the hosts in the double chance market.
As always, football has a habit of surprising us, but this Ferencvaros vs Panathinaikos prediction is built on solid stats and a healthy dose of common sense. Enjoy the match, and may your bets be as sharp as your analysis!
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U3.5 -370
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -3701X -244
Ferencvaros to win or drawUnder 3.5 -370
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchNo -102
At least one team is not expected to score1X&U4.5 -172
Home win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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Recent Matches of Ferencvaros| 29 Jan |
Nottingham.
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| Ferencvaro.
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| 25 Jan | L |
Ferencvaro.
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1:3
| Gyor.
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| 22 Jan | D |
Ferencvaro.
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1:1
| Panathinai.
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| 15 Jan | D |
Midtjyllan.
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1:1
| Ferencvaro.
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| 12 Jan | L |
SK Rapid.
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1:0
| Ferencvaro.
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| 10 Jan | L |
Ferencvaro.
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0:2
| Holstein K.
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| 19 Dec | W |
Diosgyori.
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0:1
| Ferencvaro.
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| 14 Dec | L |
Ferencvaro.
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0:1
| Debrecen.
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| 11 Dec | W |
Ferencvaro.
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2:1
| Rangers.
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| 07 Dec | W |
Ferencvaro.
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3:0
| Kisvarda.
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Recent Matches of Panathinaikos
| 29 Jan |  Panathinai. |
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AS Roma. | |
| 25 Jan | D |  Atromitos. |
0:0 |
Panathinai. |
| 22 Jan | D |  Ferencvaro. |
1:1 |
Panathinai. |
| 18 Jan | L |  AEK Athens. |
4:0 |
Panathinai. |
| 14 Jan | W | Panathinai. |
3:0 |
Aris. |
| 11 Jan | W | Panathinai. |
3:0 |
Panserraik. |
| 21 Dec | L |  PAOK. |
2:0 |
Panathinai. |
| 17 Dec | W |  Kavala. |
1:2 |
Panathinai. |
| 14 Dec | W | Panathinai. |
2:1 |
Volos. |
| 11 Dec | D | Panathinai. |
0:0 |
Plzen. |
World - UEFA Europa League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lyon | 7 | 14-3 | 18 |
| 2 |
Aston Villa | 7 | 11-4 | 18 |
| 3 |
SC Freiburg | 7 | 10-3 | 17 |
| 4 |
FC Midtjylland | 7 | 16-8 | 16 |
| 5 |
SC Braga | 7 | 11-5 | 16 |
| 6 |
AS Roma | 7 | 12-5 | 15 |
| 7 |
Ferencvarosi | 7 | 12-7 | 15 |
| 8 |
Real Betis | 7 | 11-6 | 14 |
| 9 |
FC Porto | 7 | 10-6 | 14 |
| 10 |
Genk | 7 | 9-6 | 13 |
| 11 |
FK Crvena | 7 | 6-5 | 13 |
| 12 |
PAOK | 7 | 15-10 | 12 |
| 13 |
VfB Stuttgart | 7 | 12-7 | 12 |
| 14 |
Celta Vigo | 7 | 14-10 | 12 |
| 15 |
Bologna | 7 | 11-7 | 12 |
| 16 |
Nottingham | 7 | 11-7 | 11 |
| 17 |
Plzen | 7 | 7-3 | 11 |
| 18 |
Fenerbahçe | 7 | 9-6 | 11 |
| 19 |
Panathinaikos | 7 | 10-8 | 11 |
| 20 |
Dinamo Zagreb | 7 | 12-14 | 10 |
| 21 |
Lille | 7 | 11-9 | 9 |
| 22 |
Brann | 7 | 9-10 | 9 |
| 23 |
BSC Young Boys | 7 | 8-13 | 9 |
| 24 |
Celtic | 7 | 9-13 | 8 |
| 25 |
Ludogorets | 7 | 11-15 | 7 |
| 26 |
Feyenoord | 7 | 10-13 | 6 |
| 27 |
FC Basel 1893 | 7 | 9-12 | 6 |
| 28 |
Red Bull | 7 | 8-12 | 6 |
| 29 |
FCSB | 7 | 8-15 | 6 |
| 30 |
GO Ahead | 7 | 6-14 | 6 |
| 31 |
Sturm Graz | 7 | 4-11 | 4 |
| 32 |
Rangers | 7 | 4-11 | 4 |
| 33 |
Nice | 7 | 7-14 | 3 |
| 34 |
Utrecht | 7 | 3-11 | 1 |
| 35 |
Malmo FF | 7 | 3-13 | 1 |
| 36 |
Maccabi Tel | 7 | 2-19 | 1 |
