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Plzen vs FK Crvena Zvezda Prediction

PlzenPlzen
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FK Crvena ZvezdaFK Crvena Zvezda
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Publicado: 26 ago 2026Actualizado: 28 ago 2026, 23:16

Match preview

Viktoria Plzen host FK Crvena Zvezda in a UEFA Europa League qualifying play-off with significant stakes for both sides. The winner advances to the Europa League group stage, while the loser drops into the UEFA Conference League. Red Star Belgrade arrive as Serbian SuperLiga champions, having won their opening three matches of the new domestic season. Plzen have made a more modest start to the Czech First League campaign, collecting five points from four matches. This is a fresh fixture with no previous competitive history between the clubs, setting up an intriguing first encounter.

Form and H2H

Plzen show mixed recent form at home with three wins, four draws and three losses across their last ten matches, averaging 2.10 goals for and 2.30 against. Crvena Zvezda's away record is considerably stronger, recording seven wins from ten outings with an impressive 2.70 goals per game and just 0.70 conceded. The visitors' defensive solidity on the road stands out as a key factor. Plzen have scored in nine consecutive matches, demonstrating consistent attacking threat, while Crvena Zvezda have won two of their last four games overall.

Best Bet

Both teams to score offers compelling value in this fixture. Plzen's recent scoring streak combined with Crvena Zvezda's attacking prowess suggests both sides will find the net. The pick is available at 1.82 with Mostbet, 1.94 with Melbet, 1.97 with 1Win, and 1.99 with 1xBet.

Odds to Watch

Crvena Zvezda's away form makes them attractive in the match winner market. 1xBet offers 3.7 for a Plzen victory, while Mostbet prices the same outcome at 3.39. The draw is available at 3.89 with 1xBet and 3.5 with Mostbet. Given the competitive nature of qualifying play-offs and both teams' attacking capabilities, the match winner odds reflect an open contest.

Plzen vs FK Crvena Zvezda Odds

Bookmaker1X2Bet
Mostbet1.7544Place a bet
22Bet1.844.084.12Place a bet
Best odds1.844.084.12
Average1.794.044.06
Lowest odds1.754.004.00
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1X2 prediction for Plzen vs FK Crvena Zvezda

Date and time 27 Aug 2026, 17:00

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Plzen vs FK Crvena Zvezda Odds statistic

Average rates from the last stored matches for each team.

PlzenPlzenLast matchesFK Crvena ZvezdaFK Crvena Zvezda
0%Over 0.5 goals0%
0%Over 1.5 goals0%
0%Over 2.5 goals0%
0%Over 3.5 goals0%
0%BTTS0%
0%Last 5 BTTS0%

Head to Head PlzenFK Crvena Zvezda

No recent head-to-head meetings are stored for these teams yet.

0% W00% D — 00% W0

No recent matches in the current snapshot.

0%Over 0.50%
0%Over 1.50%
0%Over 2.50%
0%BTTS0%
0%Plzen over 0.50%

Betting profits Plzen vs FK Crvena Zvezda

Historical P/L if you backed each side on the main markets in their recent matches.

Plzen

MarketOutcomeP/LWinsGames
Match WinnerWin-6.93514
Match WinnerDraw+5.52514
Match WinnerLose-1.34414
Goals Over/UnderOver 1.5+0.98910
Goals Over/UnderUnder 1.5-5.96110
Goals Over/UnderOver 2.5+1.89913
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2.5-3.84413
Goals Over/UnderOver 3+2.72914
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3-2.20714
Goals Over/UnderOver 3.5+4.50714
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3.5-3.01714
Goals Over/UnderOver 4.5+7.76412
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4.5-2.36812
Goals Over/UnderOver 2-0.4912
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2+1.0812
Goals Over/UnderOver 4+0.9524
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4-1.0924

FK Crvena Zvezda

MarketOutcomeP/LWinsGames
Match WinnerWin-4.18814
Match WinnerDraw-5.95214
Match WinnerLose+16.52414
Goals Over/UnderOver 2-0.4834
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2+0.3524
Goals Over/UnderOver 2.5-1.04610
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2.5-0.31410
Goals Over/UnderOver 3-1.72813
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3-0.09713
Goals Over/UnderOver 3.5-1.39613
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3.5-1.47713
Goals Over/UnderOver 4-2.06610
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4+0.77810
Goals Over/UnderOver 4.5-3.1128
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4.5+0.1168
Goals Over/UnderOver 1.5-0.5734
Goals Over/UnderUnder 1.5+0.5214
Both Teams ScoreYes+0.6711
Both Teams ScoreNo-1.0001

Match statistics

5555%Possession %45%45
1286%Shots on target14%2
1781%Shots off target19%4
873%Corners27%3
3059%Fouls41%21
113%Yellow cards88%7
00%Red cards100%1
133%Offsides67%2

Key events

  • 8'
    P. AduGoal · assist C. Souaré
    Plzen
  • 11'
    Mirko IvanićGoal
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 50'
    Franklin TeboYellow card
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 51'
    P. AduMissed Penalty
    Plzen
  • 53'
    Osman BukariRed card
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 58'
    D. VišinskýPenalty
    Plzen
  • 60'
    Mirko IvanićMahmudu BajoSubstitution
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 63'
    P. HrošovskýGoal · assist L. Červ
    Plzen
  • 65'
    Marko ArnautovićYellow card
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 67'
    Marko ArnautovićJay EnemSubstitution
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 72'
    P. AduT. LadraSubstitution
    Plzen
  • 72'
    D. VišinskýC. KabongoSubstitution
    Plzen
  • 72'
    T. ElšnikRodrigãoSubstitution
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 72'
    Karel SpáčilM. VydraSubstitution
    Plzen
  • 79'
    C. SouaréA. SojkaSubstitution
    Plzen
  • 86'
    L. ČervB. FaalSubstitution
    Plzen
  • 90+2'
    Jay EnemYellow card
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 90+4'
    RodrigãoYellow card
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 90+5'
    C. KabongoPenalty
    Plzen
  • 91'
    F. PrebslD. KrčíkSubstitution
    Plzen
  • 95'
    Muhammed-Cham SaračevićVladimir LučićSubstitution
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 96'
    D. KrčíkGoal
    Plzen
  • 102'
    T. LadraYellow card
    Plzen
  • 103'
    Derrick LuckassenYellow card
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 105+2'
    Rade KrunićYellow card
    FK Crvena Zvezda
  • 105+3'
    Vasilije KostovYellow card
    FK Crvena Zvezda

PlzenLast matches Plzen

Plzen does not have enough recent results in the current snapshot yet.

0% W00% D — 00% L0

No recent matches in the current snapshot.

Statistics for the last 5 games

Matches
0
Wins
0
Draws
0
Losses
0
Goals / game
0.0
Over 1.5
0%
Over 2.5
0%
BTTS
0%

FK Crvena ZvezdaLast matches FK Crvena Zvezda

FK Crvena Zvezda does not have enough recent results in the current snapshot yet.

0% W00% D — 00% L0

No recent matches in the current snapshot.

Statistics for the last 5 games

Matches
0
Wins
0
Draws
0
Losses
0
Goals / game
0.0
Over 1.5
0%
Over 2.5
0%
BTTS
0%

Plzen vs FK Crvena Zvezda Standings

League table is not available for this competition snapshot yet.

Season statistic Plzen vs FK Crvena Zvezda

Season totals appear after both sides have stored league or recent matches.

Match details

  • Status Finished After Extra Time · Finished after extra time
  • Referee Danny Makkelie, Netherlands

Lineups

PlzenPlzen

Lineups are usually published 30–60 minutes before kick-off.

FK Crvena ZvezdaFK Crvena Zvezda

Lineups are usually published 30–60 minutes before kick-off.

Injuries and suspensions

PlzenPlzen

No absences listed for this fixture yet.

FK Crvena ZvezdaFK Crvena Zvezda

No absences listed for this fixture yet.

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