Preview: Freiburg vs SC Braga prediction, odds, where to watch, time | UEFA Europa League 2025-26 semi-final second leg
The previous leg between these sides ended in favour of the Archbishops.
SC Freiburg will now be locking horns with SC Braga for their second-leg semifinal of the 2025-26 UEFA Europa League. The Europa-Park Stadion is going to witness this entertaining and high-stakes clash.
Breisgau-Brasilianer are going to be the hosts for their upcoming outing, but it is not going to make things any easier for them. They have come up with lacklustre performances in their last four games and are going to be under pressure for their next one.
Julian Schuster’s men are down by a goal and at home, they have a chance to make a comeback. SC Freiburg must look to attack from the start and should also avoid giving chances to visitors. In their last four outings, they have faced three losses and one game ended in a draw.
The Archbishops will be gunning for a win here. Despite being away from home, they will be confident. SC Braga have a one-goal advantage in their hands. This is obviously not a lot and they should push for more goals.
The Carlos Vicens-led side missed out on winning the league title. They will now be eager to secure a spot in the UEFA Europa League final. The visitors are on a decent run of form at the moment.
Kick-off:
- Location: Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
- Stadium: Europa-Park Stadion
- Date: Friday, May 8
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 AM IST (Thursday, May 7; 07:00 PM GMT/ 02:00 PM ET/ 11:00 AM PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Freiburg: W-L-L-L-D
Braga: D-W-L-W-D
Players to Watch
Vincenzo Grifo (SC Freiburg)
Vincenzo Grifo was the sole goal scorer for his side in the previous leg. From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, the 33-year-old will have a crucial part to play in the squad for SC Freiburg. In 13 appearances of the UEFA Europa League this season, he has scored five goals and has three assists to his name.
Fran Navarro (SC Braga)
In the absence of Ricardo Horta, Fran Navarro is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for SC Braga. He has looked in decent touch this season and will be looking to help his side by scoring a goal or two. In the current campaign of the European competition, he has scored three goals.
Match Facts
- SC Freiburg have failed to secure a win in their last four attempts.
- SC Braga are undefeated in their last two outings.
- These clubs are going to take on each other for the second time ever.
Freiburg vs Braga: Betting Tips and Odds
- SC Braga to win @7/2 bet365
- Pau Victor to score @12/5 bet365
- Goals under 3.5 @2/7 bet365
Injury and Team News
SC Freiburg will miss out on the services of Max Rosenfelder, Daniel-Kofi Kyereh and Patrick Osterhage. They are injured and are likely to return during mid-May 2026. Yuito Suzuki is out for the season.
Ricardo Horta, Victor Gomez, Gabri Martinez, Bright Arrey-Mbi, Sikou Niakate and Diego Rodrigues are not going to be in action for SC Braga. They are injured. Adrian Barisic and Florian Grillitsch are not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 1
Freiburg won: 0
Braga won: 1
Draws: 0
Predicted Lineups
SC Freiburg predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Atubolu (GK); Treu, Ginter, Lienhart, Makengo; Eggestein, Manzambi; Beste, Holer, Grifo; Matanovic
SC Braga predicted lineup (4-3-2-1)
Hornicek (GK); Da Rocha, Lagerbielke, Oliveira, Carvalho; Tiknaz, Moutinho, Gorby; Zalazar, Navarro; Víctor
Match Prediction
These sides will be looking to put on quite a show. SC Freiburg at the Europa-Park Stadion, will be eager to return to winning ways. SC Braga are going to put up a strong battle despite being away from home.
The Archbishops are likely to come out on top to secure a victory here.
Prediction: Freiburg 1-2 Braga (2-4)
Telecast Details
India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network
UK: TNT Sports
US: Paramount+, TUDN
Middle East/North Africa: beIN Sports
When and where is Freiburg vs Braga Europa League semifinal?
Thursday, May 07, 2026, at Europa-Park Stadion in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch UEFA Europa League live in India?
Sony Liv and Sony Sports Network will come up with the live streaming of all matches.
Where and how to watch UEFA Europa League live in UK?
TNT Sports will stream all the games for the fans in the United Kingdom.
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