FC Lugano vs Besiktas Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | UEFA Europa League 2024-25 Play-off

Besiktas are the favourite to win this game.

Turkish giants Besiktas will travel to Thun. They will play at the Stockhorn Arena against FC Lugano for the first leg of the UEFA Europa League 2024-25 play-off. For Besiktas, this will be the first match of any European competition this season.

Hosts FC Lugano earned a hard-fought victory over the Serbian side against Partizan a few days back to secure this spot. Lugano won their last game by a six-goal margin but have majorly been inconsistent. It will be a tough challenge for the Swiss side to shock the visitors.

Besiktas are favourites for this fixture, at least on paper. The side have already played in two of their Süper Lig games, earning wins with dominance in both. They clinched victory in all their past five fixtures while maintaining an unbeaten run for the past seven games. It is expected from Besiktas to have it easy here.

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 22 August at 7:30 PM UK

Friday, 23 August at 12:00 AM IST

Location: Stockhorn Arena, Thun.

Form

FC Lugano (in all competitions): W-D-L-W-W

Besiktas J.K. (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch:

Ousmane Doumbia (FC Lugano)

The 1.74m defensive midfielder is slowly becoming an integral part of FC Lugano. Since his first game in 2022-23, he has displayed dedication to the club. In 61 games, Ousmane Doumbia has played for Lugano so far, he has nine goal contributions.

His adaptiveness in various positions is also highly valued. He has contributed as a centre-back on numerous occasions. His blocking and tackling skills will be important against the opponent.

Ciro Immobile (Besiktas J.K.)

The veteran centre-forward is perhaps the most popular player for this side. Ciro Immobile recently joined Besiktas from Lazio. Even at 34, he is a lethal finisher. The striker has already scored two goals in the ongoing Turkish league.

Immobile will be looking to improve his tally. His job in this game would be to score goals at every possible chance. He needs to keep the shots on target and Besiktas would then expect a heavy lead in the first-leg itself.

Match Facts:

• This will be the third meeting between the two sides.
• Besiktas are unbeaten in their last seven games.
• A match between the two sides never ended in a draw.

FC Lugano vs Besiktas J.K.: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Besiktas to win this game – 2.10 odds – via Bet365
• Tip 2: Over 2.5 goals – 1.77 odds – via Unibet
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 1.65 odds – via Bet365

Injury & Team News

FC Lugano are expected to have a fully fit squad. However, 21-year-old Albian Hajdari will be missing the fixture, after receiving a red card in the last game against Partizan. Lukas Mai is expected to replace him.

Besiktas are having some injury concerns. Left-back Emrecan Terzi and winger Arda Kilic are out with injury. However, the Turkish giants have ample choices to fill those positions.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 2

FC Lugano wins – 1

Besiktas wins – 1

Draws – 0

Predicted Lineup

FC Lugano predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Saipi (GK); Valenzuela, Papadopoulos, Zanotti, Mai; Steffen, Grgic; Doumbia, Bislimi, Dos Santos; Aliseda

Besiktas predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Günok (GK); Paulista, Svensson, Colley, Topçu; Rafa, Rashica; Al Musrati, Fernandes, Immobile; Kılıçsoy

Match Prediction for FC Lugano vs Besiktas

Owing to their superior quality and better form, Besiktas are expected to dominate this game. The visitors have won their past five games and remained unbeaten in the last seven. On the other hand, FC Lugano have been inconsistent. However, considering Lugano’s unpredictability, they might find a way to score.

Prediction: FC Lugano 1-3 Besiktas

Telecast for FC Lugano vs Besiktas

India: Sony India Network

Australia: SBS, Stan Sport

England: BT Sport

Spain: RTVE

France: Canal+

USA: Paramount Global

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