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Puskas Academy vs Nyiregyhaza prediction for Sunday’s NB I
Puskas Academy vs Nyiregyhaza prediction time in Hungary: this NB I (OTP Bank Liga) game kicks off at 15:15 GMT on 2.26-03-01, at the Pancho Aréna in Felcsút. The table says Puskás are chasing Europe in 5th with 35 points, while Nyíregyháza in 10th are trying to keep a safe gap from the bottom. The mood feels simple: the home side want control, the visitors want another “giant-killer” day.
Team news, form and what to expect on the pitch
Puskás Akadémia arrive in steady shape after a 2.2 away win at Kazincbarcika (Feb 21). Before that, they showed both sides of their coin: a lively 2.2 with MTK Budapest, then a tight 0-1 loss to Zalaegerszeg. Under Zsolt Hornyák (in charge since 2019), they usually line up in 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3, leaning on structured build-up and full-back support, with Quentin Maceiras often providing the overlap.
Nyíregyháza Spartacus are lower in the standings, but February has been their best advertisement. They are unbeaten in three, including a 4-2 win over MTK and a thumping 3.6 away win at Kazincbarcika, then a gritty 2.2 draw with Kisvárda (Feb 21). Since Tamás Bódog took over in late 2.25, they have pressed higher and looked more direct, with 10 goals in their last four matches suggesting a sharper edge.
Key notes that matter for bettors
- Injuries (Puskás): Palkó Dárdai and András Németh have had muscle issues, so full match fitness is a question.
- Booking tightrope (Puskás): Szolnoki, Favorov, Okeke, and Markgráf are one card from suspension, which can affect tackling intensity.
- Injuries (Nyíregyháza): Meldin Dreskovic (calf) and M. Tijani (hamstring) are likely out.
- Booking tightrope (Nyíregyháza): Bright Edomwonyi risks suspension with one more yellow.
- Loan subplot: Nyíregyháza goalkeeper Martin Dala is on loan from Puskás, which adds a little extra spice.
Head to head, venue trends, and market context
The head to head has leaned Puskás historically (often quoted around a 71% win rate in top-flight meetings), but the most recent meeting on 2.25-08-03 was anything but quiet: Puskás won 3-2. That result is a reminder that these teams can trade punches.
Still, Pancho Aréna has recently played more like a “careful” venue than a fireworks factory: four of Puskás’ last six home matches went under 2.5 total goals. Add the fact that Puskás have a higher squad value (€12.50m vs €8.02m), and you get a classic profile: the better team at home, but not always a big-margin winner.
NerdyTips picks: betting odds and AI predictions
The 1X2 betting odds price Puskás as slight favorites: Home 2.2, Draw 3.3, Away 3.6. Our model respects the gap, but also respects Nyíregyháza’s recent efficiency and big away scalp (they beat Ferencváros 1.21 on 2.25-11-22 at odds of 10.0). Puskás also have their own “we can handle pressure” badge, drawing 1-1 away to Ferencváros on 2.25-05-03 despite being priced at 5.0 to win.
Best bet (total goals)
- Recommended: Under 3.3 total goals
- Odds: 1.21
- Trust: 3.6/10
1X2 lean (riskier)
- Pick: Away win (2)
- Odds: 3.6
- Trust: 2.2/10
Why under 3.3 fits the story: the possession forecast is almost even (51% vs 49%), shots are similar (13 vs 14), and on-target shots are level (4-4). That profile often produces a competitive game rather than a blowout, even if it’s open in phases. Corners are projected at 9 (4-5) and cards at 2.2, again pointing to balance.
Final model call for this Puskas Academy vs Nyiregyhaza prediction: 1-2, with a half-time score of 0-1. If you want the safer angle, stick with under 3.3 goals; if you want bigger odds, the away win is the adventurous route.
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Best Tip
The best betting football prediction for Puskas Academy vs NyiregyhazaU3.5 -476
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -4761x2 Tip
2 260
Nyiregyhaza is expected to win with odds of 260Total Goals
Under 3.5 -476
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchBoth Teams To Score
Yes 103
Both teams are expected to scoreBet Builder Tip
X2&U4.5 -114
Away win/draw and under 4.5 goalsCorrect Score
1:2
Stats Predictions
Average / Match
Overview Last 10 Matches
Head to Head
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Latest Matches
 Nyiregyhaza |
09-Nov-25
1:1
| Puskas A  |
| Nyiregyhaza |
25-Feb-25
1:0
| Puskas A |
| Nyiregyhaza |
23-Nov-24
0:3
| Puskas A |
| Nyiregyhaza |
29-Mar-25
0:2
| Puskas A |
| Nyiregyhaza |
18-Oct-14
0:1
| Puskas A |
| Nyiregyhaza |
22-Oct-16
0:2
| Puskas A |
| Puskas A |
01-Mar-26
1:2
| Nyiregyhaza |
| Puskas A |
03-Aug-25
3:2
| Nyiregyhaza |
| Puskas A |
11-Aug-24
3:1
| Nyiregyhaza |
| Puskas A |
02-May-15
1:2
| Nyiregyhaza |
Recent Matches of Puskas A
| 19 Apr | L |
Paks
| 1 |
Puskas A
| 0 |
| 14 Apr | L |
Ferencvarosi
| 2 |
Puskas A
| 1 |
| 10 Apr | L |
Puskas A
| 1 |
Gyori ETO FC
| 4 |
| 05 Apr | W |
Diosgyori V
| 1 |
Puskas A
| 2 |
| 22 Mar | D |
Puskas A
| 1 |
Debrecen
| 1 |
| 06 Mar | L |
Kisvarda
| 1 |
Puskas A
| 0 |
| 01 Mar | L |
Puskas A
| 1 |
Nyiregyhaza
| 2 |
| 21 Feb | W |
Kazincbar
| 0 |
Puskas A
| 2 |
| 14 Feb | D |
MTK Budapest
| 2 |
Puskas A
| 2 |
| 08 Feb | L |
Puskas A
| 0 |
Zalaegerszegi
| 1 |
Recent Matches of Nyiregyhaza
| 17 Apr | L |  Ujpest |
7 | Nyiregyhaza |
2 |
| 11 Apr | W | Nyiregyhaza |
2 |  Paks |
0 |
| 05 Apr | L |  Gyori ETO FC |
1 | Nyiregyhaza |
0 |
| 21 Mar | W | Nyiregyhaza |
3 |  Diosgyori |
1 |
| 14 Mar | D |  Debrecen |
1 | Nyiregyhaza |
1 |
| 08 Mar | L | Nyiregyhaza |
1 |  Ferencvaros |
3 |
| 01 Mar | W | Puskas A |
1 | Nyiregyhaza |
2 |
| 21 Feb | D | Nyiregyhaza |
2 |  Kisvarda |
2 |
| 15 Feb | W |  Kazincbar |
0 | Nyiregyhaza |
4 |
| 08 Feb | W | Nyiregyhaza |
4 |  MTK Budapest |
2 |
Hungary - NB I
| Team | M | G | P | |
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| 1 |
Ferencvarosi | 29 | 57-30 | 59 |
| 2 |
Gyori ETO FC | 29 | 58-29 | 59 |
| 3 |
Debreceni VSC | 29 | 41-34 | 46 |
| 4 |
Zalaegerszegi | 29 | 43-35 | 45 |
| 5 |
Paks | 29 | 54-41 | 44 |
| 6 |
Kisvarda FC | 29 | 33-42 | 40 |
| 7 |
Puskas Academy | 29 | 36-39 | 39 |
| 8 |
Ujpest | 29 | 40-46 | 37 |
| 9 |
Nyiregyhaza | 29 | 40-46 | 35 |
| 10 |
MTK Budapest | 29 | 50-58 | 32 |
| 11 |
Diosgyori VTK | 29 | 36-52 | 25 |
| 12 |
Kazincbarcikai | 29 | 27-63 | 17 |
