Plzen
€59.17m
Servette FC
€22.35m
Preview
Our Plzen vs Servette FC prediction is here for the UEFA Champions League second qualifying round on July 22, 2025. These two teams are certainly no strangers, having met in the Europa Conference League back in March 2024. That encounter was a test of patience for fans, ending in two goalless draws before Plzen finally advanced on penalties. This time, as they face off at the Doosan Arena, both sides will be hoping for a more decisive outcome in this crucial first leg.
Under the guidance of experienced coach Miroslav Koubek, Plzen enters the new season with high ambitions. They favor an attacking 3-4-3 formation, designed to press opponents high up the pitch and create chances quickly. With captain Matěj Vydra leading the line and a squad bolstered by new signings, the Czech side looks formidable. They’ll also be playing on a brand-new hybrid turf, a small but significant factor that could play to their home advantage. Servette, managed by Thomas Häberli, presents a contrasting style. The Swiss outfit is known for its defensive discipline and sharp counter-attacks, making them a tough team to break down. Their pre-season has been a mixed bag, but their ability to frustrate stronger opponents is well-documented.
While their previous head to head history suggests a low-scoring, cagey match, our AI analysis points towards a different narrative this time. The bookmakers have positioned Plzen as the clear favorite, and our data strongly agrees. We are backing a home win as the most likely result.
The numbers tell a compelling story. Plzen’s projected 58% ball possession and superior firepower, with an estimated 14 total shots to Servette's 11, should allow them to control the tempo of the game. The significant gap in squad value, with Plzen’s roster worth over double that of their opponents, also underlines their strength on paper. Though both teams have a history of pulling off surprising draws against high-odds opponents, the data suggests Plzen’s quality will shine through at home.
The betting odds reflect this confidence, with a Plzen victory priced at 1.70. A draw sits at 3.75, while an away win for Servette is a long shot at 4.50. Our AI gives the home win a high trust rating of 7.7 out of 10, making it our primary tip for this fixture.
For those looking at the total goals market, our model suggests moving past the memory of those 0-0 draws. Here are our key predictions:
We anticipate Plzen taking an early lead and building on it. A predicted final score of 3:1 indicates that while Servette may find a way onto the scoresheet, Plzen's offensive pressure will ultimately be too much to handle. Mark your calendars for 18:00 GMT for what promises to be an engaging Champions League qualifier.
Our Plzen vs Servette FC prediction is here for the UEFA Champions League second qualifying round on July 22, 2025. These two teams are certainly no strangers, having met in the Europa Conference League back in March 2024. That encounter was a test of patience for fans, ending in two goalless draws before Plzen finally advanced on penalties. This time, as they face off at the Doosan Arena, both sides will be hoping for a more decisive outcome in this crucial first leg.
Under the guidance of experienced coach Miroslav Koubek, Plzen enters the new season with high ambitions. They favor an attacking 3-4-3 formation, designed to press opponents high up the pitch and create chances quickly. With captain Matěj Vydra leading the line and a squad bolstered by new signings, the Czech side looks formidable. They’ll also be playing on a brand-new hybrid turf, a small but significant factor that could play to their home advantage. Servette, managed by Thomas Häberli, presents a contrasting style. The Swiss outfit is known for its defensive discipline and sharp counter-attacks, making them a tough team to break down. Their pre-season has been a mixed bag, but their ability to frustrate stronger opponents is well-documented.
While their previous head to head history suggests a low-scoring, cagey match, our AI analysis points towards a different narrative this time. The bookmakers have positioned Plzen as the clear favorite, and our data strongly agrees. We are backing a home win as the most likely result.
The numbers tell a compelling story. Plzen’s projected 58% ball possession and superior firepower, with an estimated 14 total shots to Servette's 11, should allow them to control the tempo of the game. The significant gap in squad value, with Plzen’s roster worth over double that of their opponents, also underlines their strength on paper. Though both teams have a history of pulling off surprising draws against high-odds opponents, the data suggests Plzen’s quality will shine through at home.
The betting odds reflect this confidence, with a Plzen victory priced at 1.70. A draw sits at 3.75, while an away win for Servette is a long shot at 4.50. Our AI gives the home win a high trust rating of 7.7 out of 10, making it our primary tip for this fixture.
For those looking at the total goals market, our model suggests moving past the memory of those 0-0 draws. Here are our key predictions:
We anticipate Plzen taking an early lead and building on it. A predicted final score of 3:1 indicates that while Servette may find a way onto the scoresheet, Plzen's offensive pressure will ultimately be too much to handle. Mark your calendars for 18:00 GMT for what promises to be an engaging Champions League qualifier.
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Plzen is expected to win with odds of -1431 -143
Plzen is expected to win with odds of -143Over 1.5 -400
At least 2 goals will be scored in the matchYes -133
Both teams are expected to score1X&O1.5 -227
Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals
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| 1 |
Arsenal | 5 | 14-1 | 15 |
| 2 |
Paris Saint Ge | 5 | 19-8 | 12 |
| 3 |
Bayern Münche | 5 | 15-6 | 12 |
| 4 |
Inter | 5 | 12-3 | 12 |
| 5 |
Real Madrid | 5 | 12-5 | 12 |
| 6 |
Borussia Dortm | 5 | 17-11 | 10 |
| 7 |
Chelsea | 5 | 12-6 | 10 |
| 8 |
Sporting CP | 5 | 11-5 | 10 |
| 9 |
Manchester Cit | 5 | 10-5 | 10 |
| 10 |
Atalanta | 5 | 6-5 | 10 |
| 11 |
Newcastle | 5 | 11-4 | 9 |
| 12 |
Atletico Madri | 5 | 12-10 | 9 |
| 13 |
Liverpool | 5 | 10-8 | 9 |
| 14 |
Galatasaray | 5 | 8-7 | 9 |
| 15 |
PSV Eindhoven | 5 | 13-8 | 8 |
| 16 |
Tottenham | 5 | 10-7 | 8 |
| 17 |
Bayer Leverkus | 5 | 8-10 | 8 |
| 18 |
Barcelona | 5 | 12-10 | 7 |
| 19 |
Qarabag | 5 | 8-9 | 7 |
| 20 |
Napoli | 5 | 6-9 | 7 |
| 21 |
Marseille | 5 | 8-6 | 6 |
| 22 |
Juventus | 5 | 10-10 | 6 |
| 23 |
Monaco | 5 | 6-8 | 6 |
| 24 |
Pafos | 5 | 4-7 | 6 |
| 25 |
Union St. Gill | 5 | 5-12 | 6 |
| 26 |
Club Brugge KV | 5 | 8-13 | 4 |
| 27 |
Athletic Club | 5 | 4-9 | 4 |
| 28 |
Eintracht Fran | 5 | 7-14 | 4 |
| 29 |
FC Copenhagen | 5 | 7-14 | 4 |
| 30 |
Benfica | 5 | 4-8 | 3 |
| 31 |
Slavia Praha | 5 | 2-8 | 3 |
| 32 |
Bodo/Glimt | 5 | 7-11 | 2 |
| 33 |
Olympiakos Pir | 5 | 5-13 | 2 |
| 34 |
Villarreal | 5 | 2-10 | 1 |
| 35 |
Kairat Almaty | 5 | 4-14 | 1 |
| 36 |
Ajax | 5 | 1-16 | 0 |