Maccabi Tel Aviv - Bologna FC 1909 ai prediction 29.01.2026 Europa League
Preview for Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Bologna FC
As the Europa League progresses to Matchday 8, Maccabi Tel Aviv is set to clash with Bologna FC at the TSC Arena on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 21:00. This encounter promises to be an intriguing contest between two teams with vastly different fortunes in the competition so far. Maccabi Tel Aviv is languishing at the bottom of the table in 36th position, having accumulated only 1 point from their group stage matches. With zero wins, one draw, and six defeats, the Israeli side has struggled to find form, particularly in front of goal, managing just 2 goals while conceding 19. Their home record is equally bleak, with three consecutive defeats.
In stark contrast, Bologna FC finds itself in a more favorable position. Sitting 15th in the table with 12 points, the Italian side has managed three wins, three draws, and only one defeat. Their goal tally of 11 scored versus 7 conceded indicates a well-balanced side. Moreover, their away record is commendable, with two wins and a single defeat, suggesting they are quite comfortable playing on the road. Under the guidance of Vincenzo Italiano, Bologna FC will look to capitalize on Maccabi Tel Aviv's struggles and secure another valuable win.
Our betting tip for Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Bologna FC
Our betting prediction for this Europa League clash strongly favors an away win for Bologna FC. Given Bologna's better form and standing in the competition, coupled with Maccabi Tel Aviv's challenges both in attack and defense, the Italian side is likely to secure victory. Furthermore, considering the attacking prowess Bologna has demonstrated, it is probable that both teams will find the net, making "Both teams to score: Yes" a viable secondary prediction.
Our tips
AI prediction for Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Bologna FC
The AI prediction for this match suggests a 1x2 tip in favor of Bologna FC, given their current form and statistical advantage. The AI forecast also leans towards a correct scoreline prediction of 3-1 in favor of the visitors. This analysis is based on a detailed examination of both teams' performances and their respective strengths and weaknesses.
Maccabi Tel Aviv performance check
Under the stewardship of Žarko Lazetić, Maccabi Tel Aviv has faced a challenging Europa League campaign. Positioned at the bottom of the table, their solitary point has come from a draw, with the remaining matches ending in defeat. Their recent form, however, shows some promise with three wins in their last five matches across all competitions, but their inability to translate this into their European outings remains a concern. Their recent 0:1 away loss to SC Freiburg further highlights their struggle to compete at this level.
How is the current performance of Bologna FC
Vincenzo Italiano's Bologna FC has shown a commendable performance in the Europa League. Their balanced approach has seen them secure three victories, including two impressive away wins, positioning them comfortably in the mid-table. Despite a recent 2:3 away loss to CFC Genoa, Bologna's form remains largely positive, with a strong defensive record complementing their attacking capabilities. This positions them well to take advantage of Maccabi Tel Aviv's vulnerabilities.
Head-to-head last direct meetings
There is no available record of previous encounters between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Bologna FC. As such, this match will be the first time these two teams face each other, adding an element of unpredictability to the encounter.
Performance last 5 matches
Maccabi Tel Aviv's recent form is somewhat encouraging with three wins and two losses in their last five matches across all competitions. Conversely, Bologna FC has experienced a mixed run with one win, two draws, and two defeats. This indicates that both teams have areas to improve upon, though Bologna's overall Europa League performance remains superior.
Performance
Maccabi Tel Aviv performance of the last 4 home matches
Bologna FC performance of the last 6 away matches
Last match results Maccabi Tel Aviv and Bologna FC
In their latest outings, Maccabi Tel Aviv succumbed to a narrow 0:1 away defeat to SC Freiburg, while Bologna FC was edged out 2:3 by CFC Genoa in another away fixture. Both teams will be eager to bounce back, with Bologna FC looking to maintain their solid Europa League form.
Best odds and our betting tip for the match
For this match, the best odds for a Bologna FC win are offered at Betwinner with an odd of 1.67. For those considering the possibility of both teams scoring, Gbets provides an odd of 1.80 for "Both teams to score: Yes." Our experience with various betting sites suggests that these odds offer good value, and bettors can find the best betting sites in our bookmaker comparison.
Conclusion on the match
In conclusion, Bologna FC enters this match as the clear favorite, given their superior form and table position. With Maccabi Tel Aviv struggling to find their footing in the competition, Bologna's robust approach and experience will likely see them triumph. As both sides have shown the capacity to score, expect an entertaining encounter with goals from both teams.
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Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1
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Olympique Lyon
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18 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 3 | 11 |
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2
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Aston Villa
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18 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 4 | 7 |
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3
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SC Freiburg
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17 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 7 |
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4
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FC Midtjylland
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16 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 8 | 8 |
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5
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Sporting Braga
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16 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
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6
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AS Roma
|
15 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 12 | 5 | 7 |
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7
|
Ferencvárosi TC
|
15 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
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8
|
Real Betis Sevilla
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14 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
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9
|
Futebol Clube do Porto
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14 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
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10
|
KRC Genk
|
13 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
|
11
|
Roter Stern Belgrad
|
13 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 1 |
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12
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PAOK Saloniki
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12 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 5 |
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13
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VfB Stuttgart
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12 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 12 | 7 | 5 |
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14
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RC Celta de Vigo
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12 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 10 | 4 |
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15
|
Bologna FC 1909
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12 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
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16
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Nottingham Forest FC
|
11 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
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17
|
Viktoria Pilsen
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11 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 4 |
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18
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Fenerbahçe
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11 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 6 | 3 |
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19
|
Panathinaikos
|
11 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 2 |
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20
|
Dinamo Zagreb
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10 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 12 | 14 | -2 |
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21
|
Lille OSC
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9 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 9 | 2 |
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22
|
SK Brann
|
9 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 10 | -1 |
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23
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BSC Young Boys
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9 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 13 | -5 |
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24
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Celtic Glasgow
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8 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 13 | -4 |
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25
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Ludogorez Rasgrad
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7 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 15 | -4 |
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26
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Feyenoord Rotterdam
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6 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 10 | 13 | -3 |
|
27
|
FC Basel 1893
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6 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 9 | 12 | -3 |
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28
|
Red Bull Salzburg FC
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6 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 12 | -4 |
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29
|
Fotbal Club FCSB
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6 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 15 | -7 |
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30
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Go Ahead Eagles
|
6 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 14 | -8 |
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31
|
SK Sturm Graz
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4 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 11 | -7 |
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32
|
Rangers FC
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4 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 11 | -7 |
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33
|
OGC Nizza
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3 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 7 | 14 | -7 |
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34
|
FC Utrecht
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1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 11 | -8 |
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35
|
Malmö FF
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1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 13 | -10 |
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36
|
Maccabi Tel Aviv
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1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 19 | -17 |
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