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Four Europa League ties fill the schedule on 22 October, and the league phase table already looks unforgiving: some of the clubs involved arrive without a single point from two matchdays, while others sit on the maximum and can afford to breathe. There are four expert football predictions here, two from TipsGG Sports & Esports Expert Oleksii Svyrydov and two from Sports Data Manager Oleksandr Halian, with prices running from 1.69 at the short end up to 2.21 at the long one — convert any of them to fractional or American format with our odds converter. TipsGG publishes free football predictions with pre-match odds for the Europa League and other major European competitions. The selected markets are as varied as the fixtures themselves: a goal line, a card line, a double chance combined with a match total, and both teams to score, plus one alternative corner market for readers who want a second angle.
| Match | Market | Odds | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth vs Milan | Over 2.5 goals | 1.72 | Oleksii Svyrydov |
| Celtic vs Celta Vigo | Over 3.5 yellow cards | 1.69 | Oleksii Svyrydov |
| Viktoria Plzen vs Levski | Levski to avoid defeat (X2) & Under 4.5 goals | 2.21 | Oleksandr Halian |
| Lillestrom vs Real Sociedad | Both teams to score (Yes) | 1.71 | Oleksandr Halian |
Bournemouth vs Milan Prediction
Bournemouth put on a masterclass in domination against Sunderland, winning 2:0 with quick goals early in each half. The hosts controlled proceedings completely, created plenty of chances and piled up 29 shots at their opponents’ goal, helped considerably by the early dismissal of Kevin Danso in the 17th minute. That result was the first Premier League win of the season for Marco Rose‘s side. In Europe, however, things look far healthier: a maximum six points from two wins, over Sturm Graz (3:0) and Real Sociedad (2:1).
The Rossoneri arrive on English soil after an extraordinarily emotional Serie A night against Atalanta (3:2). Milan scored the first three goals through a converted penalty from Goncalo Ramos, a deflected strike from Adrien Rabiot on the edge of the box and a well-placed header from Mario Gila following a corner. In the second half they nearly let all three points slip, handing the initiative to Atalanta and allowing two goals back. Unlike the English side, Milan opened their Europa League campaign with a home defeat to Benfica (0:2), before a convincing away win at Salzburg (4:0) delivered their first three points.
In my view we are in for a high-scoring contest. Bournemouth’s two opening wins give them a cushion and a degree of calm about their European position — especially valuable at the start of a Premier League season that clearly has not gone to plan. Milan, for their part, keep producing spectacular matches, and the unreliability of the defensive line does nothing for Mike Maignan‘s confidence.
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals — odds 1.72
Celtic vs Celta Vigo Betting Tips
Celtic produced a genuine goal deluge domestically, leaving nothing standing of Hearts (7:1). They crushed their opponents’ defence and showed remarkable finishing: 10 shots on target from a total 4.21 xG, and seven goals against one of their main title rivals. After nine rounds the Glasgow side have 24 points and already lead their closest pursuers Rangers (20 points) by four. The Europa League picture for Martin O’Neill‘s team is the exact opposite — zero points after two matchdays and a bleak goal difference of -5.
Celta Vigo, meanwhile, travel to Glasgow after a hard-earned home win over Alaves (2:1). The Galicians opened the scoring through Ferran Jutgla, who reacted in the centre of the box after a cutting pass from Javi Rodriguez, and later Rodriguez himself found the net from an Iago Aspas assist. In La Liga, Celta have largely settled for draws early in the season (two wins, two defeats and five draws). In Europe their situation mirrors Celtic’s, as they lost both opening fixtures and currently sit alongside the hosts in 28th place.
Since both sides find themselves in the basement of the Europa League table, anything other than a win will seriously damage their playoff hopes. I would look at the yellow card market. Both teams usually play a gentlemanly game, yet the pressure of the result will add emotion to this one. On top of that, the match is refereed by Georgi Kabakov of Bulgaria, who averages 5.6 yellow cards per game.
Prediction: Over 3.5 yellow cards — odds 1.69
Viktoria Plzen vs Levski Odds & Pick
The Doosan Arena hosts two teams who are still waiting for a first win in this season’s Europa League league phase. As experience shows, 9-10 points is usually enough to earn a place in the top 24, which makes this meeting all the more interesting: both sides need to wake up and finally start collecting points.
After a fantastic start to Radoslav Kovac‘s reign in Plzen — a comeback following his predecessor’s 0:3 away defeat to Crvena Zvezda, and four matches unbeaten in total — results quickly turned less pleasant. In their last five games the red-and-blues have suffered four defeats and managed just one win. The new-manager effect appears to have worn off, and Plzen are going through a turbulent spell.
Levski, by contrast, resemble last season’s Plzen, when that team played pragmatic football and gave every opponent a fight. A narrow opening defeat to Austria’s Salzburg (0:1) was a tough test, yet the Bulgarians did not fall flat on their faces. In their very next Europa League match the side from Sofia took points as clear underdogs. The draw was not kind to them: Marseille, Sunderland, Milan, Salzburg and NEC Nijmegen are all far more prestigious opponents. That does not mean a combative Levski cannot grab at least a point, as they did against Nijmegen, but any hopes of progress depend above all on taking what they can from games against equals.
Although the hosts have far more European experience than their opponents, Viktoria’s inconsistency leaves no room for complete confidence in a home win. Levski, on the other hand, know how to defend their box well and to hurt teams on the counter. I believe the visitors are perfectly capable of avoiding defeat.
Prediction: Levski to avoid defeat (X2) & Under 4.5 goals — 2.21
Lillestrom vs Real Sociedad Preview
At the Araasen Stadion, Lillestrom — riding a new historic upswing along with Norwegian football as a whole — host a La Liga side that is still looking for its first win after two matchdays.
Lillestrom opened the league phase with a somewhat unexpected and in places illogical home defeat to Torreense (1:2), a club from the Portuguese second division. In their next match, however, the Norwegians snatched an away draw while being clear underdogs themselves. They carry the same status into this game — perhaps that will again be no obstacle to taking points against a more prestigious opponent.
Real Sociedad, like most clubs from the top five leagues, do not attach great importance to the Europa League, at least in its early stages. The draw handed the side from San Sebastian some demanding opponents: Lyon, Crystal Palace and Juventus are, like Sociedad themselves, representatives of elite championships. So despite Pellegrino Matarazzo‘s squad rotation, Sociedad have to take the maximum from opponents such as Lillestrom.
Both teams enjoy playing entertaining football. I expect the role of the weaker side to motivate the hosts even more, as happened in the match against Sparta. I am anticipating an exchange of goals and bold play from Lillestrom, which should at the very least convert into corners.
Prediction: Both teams to score (Yes) — 1.71
Alternative prediction: Lillestrom team total corners over 3.5 — 1.68
Three of the four selections sit between 1.69 and 1.72, with only the Plzen double-chance-and-total combination stretching out to 2.21, so this is a round of short prices rather than long shots. Anyone building a multiple or staking a promotional stake can work out the potential returns with our free bet calculator.
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FAQ
How many picks are included for 22 October?
There are four main selections, one for each Europa League fixture on the card, plus one alternative market. The prices range from 1.69 to 2.21.
Which selection carries the longest odds?
The longest price is 2.21 on Levski to avoid defeat (X2) combined with under 4.5 goals at the Doosan Arena. That pick comes from Sports Data Manager Oleksandr Halian.
Why is a card market recommended for Celtic vs Celta Vigo?
Both sides are pointless after two matchdays, so the pressure of the result should add emotion. Referee Georgi Kabakov of Bulgaria also averages 5.6 yellow cards per game, which supports the over 3.5 cards line at 1.69.
Where can I find Europa League predictions with an alternative market?
The Lillestrom vs Real Sociedad block offers two options: both teams to score at 1.71, and Lillestrom team total corners over 3.5 at 1.68 as the alternative.
Who produced these selections?
Oleksii Svyrydov, TipsGG Sports & Esports Expert, covers Bournemouth vs Milan and Celtic vs Celta Vigo. Oleksandr Halian, Sports Data Manager, handles Viktoria Plzen vs Levski and Lillestrom vs Real Sociedad.