Match Prediction
Match Prediction
World
Utrecht
€75.15m
FC Porto
€391.80m
Preview
Welcome to NerdyTips’ deep dive into the Utrecht vs FC Porto prediction for the upcoming UEFA Europa League group stage match on November 6, 2025. If you’re searching for the best betting odds, team news, or just want to get a feel for what’s likely to happen at Stadion Galgenwaard, you’re in the right place. Let’s break down the numbers, the narratives, and—yes—the quirks that make this matchup worth your attention.
For Utrecht, this is more than just a football game; it’s a homecoming to the Europa League main stage after a 15-year wait. Their last group stage appearance was back in 2010/11, when they stubbornly avoided defeat in five of six matches but still bowed out early. Now, under the guidance of Ron Jans, Utrecht are eager to notch their first points in this year’s competition.
Porto, meanwhile, are seasoned European campaigners. With a squad valued at nearly €392 million (that’s over five times Utrecht’s), the Portuguese giants are used to high-stakes nights and travel to the Netherlands with six points already in their Europa League account. Francesco Farioli’s side blends experience with technical flair and will be eyeing three more points to tighten their grip on the group.
Expect Utrecht to defend deep and look for quick transitions, especially with injuries limiting their creativity. Porto will likely control possession (projected 53%) and probe patiently for openings, with their midfield trio dictating the tempo.
While these two sides haven’t locked horns often in European competition, Porto’s pedigree is hard to ignore. The Portuguese side has a habit of grinding out results against less-fancied opposition, while Utrecht’s most recent European highlight was a gutsy 2-2 away draw with PSV in February—a reminder that they can surprise when written off.
Our AI has run the numbers and the verdict is clear: Porto are strong favorites. With an away win priced at 1.79 and a calculated trust rating of 3.9/10, the value is there, but don’t expect a goal fest. The best tip, according to the data, is under 3.5 goals (odds 1.4, confidence 4.0/10). This fits the tactical picture: Utrecht will likely sit deep, and Porto may be content to control the game once ahead.
If you fancy a flutter, the Utrecht vs FC Porto prediction leans towards a professional, low-scoring away win. Utrecht’s injuries and lack of Europa League points make a home upset unlikely, but their fighting spirit—remember that PSV draw!—means Porto shouldn’t take anything for granted. For fans and punters alike, this is a night to watch for tactical discipline and moments of quality rather than fireworks.
In summary, all signs point to Porto’s experience and squad depth making the difference. But as football fans know, the ball is round—and in Utrecht, hope springs eternal.
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U3.5 -250
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -2502 -127
FC Porto is expected to win with odds of -127Under 3.5 -250
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchNo 105
At least one team is not expected to scoreX2&U4.5 -222
Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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Recent Matches of Utrecht| 21 Dec |
Utrecht.
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| PSV.
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| 17 Dec | W |
Oss.
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0:2
| Utrecht.
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| 14 Dec | D |
NAC Breda.
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1:1
| Utrecht.
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| 11 Dec | L |
Utrecht.
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1:2
| Nottingham.
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| 07 Dec | D |
Utrecht.
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1:1
| Twente.
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| 30 Nov | D |
G.A. Eagles.
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2:2
| Utrecht.
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| 27 Nov | L |
Betis.
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2:1
| Utrecht.
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| 23 Nov | D |
Telstar.
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1:1
| Utrecht.
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| 09 Nov | W |
Utrecht.
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2:1
| Ajax.
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| 06 Nov | D |
Utrecht.
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1:1
| FC Porto.
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Recent Matches of FC Porto
| 22 Dec |  Alverca. |
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FC Porto. | |
| 18 Dec | W | FC Porto. |
4:1 |
Famalicao. |
| 15 Dec | W | FC Porto. |
3:1 |
Estrela. |
| 11 Dec | W | FC Porto. |
2:1 |
Malmo FF. |
| 07 Dec | W |  Tondela. |
0:2 |
FC Porto. |
| 04 Dec | L | FC Porto. |
1:3 |
Guimaraes. |
| 30 Nov | W | FC Porto. |
1:0 |
Estoril. |
| 27 Nov | W | FC Porto. |
3:0 |
Nice. |
| 22 Nov | W | FC Porto. |
3:0 |
Sintrense. |
| 09 Nov | W | Famalicao. |
0:1 |
FC Porto. |
World - UEFA Europa League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lyon | 5 | 11-2 | 12 |
| 2 |
FC Midtjylland | 5 | 12-5 | 12 |
| 3 |
Aston Villa | 5 | 8-3 | 12 |
| 4 |
SC Freiburg | 5 | 8-3 | 11 |
| 5 |
Real Betis | 5 | 8-3 | 11 |
| 6 |
Ferencvarosi T | 5 | 9-5 | 11 |
| 7 |
SC Braga | 5 | 9-5 | 10 |
| 8 |
FC Porto | 5 | 7-4 | 10 |
| 9 |
Genk | 5 | 7-5 | 10 |
| 10 |
Celta Vigo | 5 | 11-7 | 9 |
| 11 |
Lille | 5 | 10-6 | 9 |
| 12 |
VfB Stuttgart | 5 | 8-4 | 9 |
| 13 |
Plzen | 5 | 6-2 | 9 |
| 14 |
Panathinaikos | 5 | 9-7 | 9 |
| 15 |
AS Roma | 5 | 7-5 | 9 |
| 16 |
Nottingham For | 5 | 9-5 | 8 |
| 17 |
PAOK | 5 | 10-7 | 8 |
| 18 |
Bologna | 5 | 7-4 | 8 |
| 19 |
Brann | 5 | 6-3 | 8 |
| 20 |
Fenerbahçe | 5 | 5-5 | 8 |
| 21 |
Celtic | 5 | 7-8 | 7 |
| 22 |
FK Crvena Zvez | 5 | 4-5 | 7 |
| 23 |
Dinamo Zagreb | 5 | 7-10 | 7 |
| 24 |
FC Basel 1893 | 5 | 7-7 | 6 |
| 25 |
Ludogorets | 5 | 8-11 | 6 |
| 26 |
BSC Young Boys | 5 | 7-12 | 6 |
| 27 |
GO Ahead Eagle | 5 | 4-9 | 6 |
| 28 |
Sturm Graz | 5 | 4-7 | 4 |
| 29 |
Red Bull Salzb | 5 | 5-10 | 3 |
| 30 |
Feyenoord | 5 | 4-9 | 3 |
| 31 |
FCSB | 5 | 3-8 | 3 |
| 32 |
Utrecht | 5 | 2-7 | 1 |
| 33 |
Rangers | 5 | 2-9 | 1 |
| 34 |
Malmo FF | 5 | 2-10 | 1 |
| 35 |
Maccabi Tel Av | 5 | 1-14 | 1 |
| 36 |
Nice | 5 | 4-12 | 0 |
