Neman Grodno vs Rayo Vallecano Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Conference League 2025-26 qualifiers playoff first leg

This will be the first time that they are going to face each other.

Neman Grodno are all set to battle it out against Rayo Vallecano in the first leg playoff round fixture of the 2025-26 UEFA Conference League qualifiers. Szent Gellért Fórum stadium is all set to witness the interesting contest between the two clubs.

The Belarusian Premier League side FC Neman Grodno will be looking to take the advantage in the first leg itself, but it is not going to be an easy affair for them. They have only been able to come up with mediocre performances in their season.

Rayo Vallecano are coming in after a stunning performance against Girona and will be looking to continue their form here. The LaLiga side conceded a goal but scored three in return for an easy win. They have kicked their season off on a positive note, and it will be interesting to see their performance here.

Kick-off:

• Location: Szeged, Hungary
• Stadium: Szent Gellert Forum
• Date: Thursday, August 21
• Kick-off Time: 11:30 p.m. IST/ 06:00 p.m. GMT/ 02:00 p.m. ET/ 11:00 a.m. PT
• Referee: Arda Kadesler
• VAR: In use

Form:

Neman Grodno: W-W-D-L-W

Rayo Vallecano: W

Players to Watch

Pavel Savitski (Neman Grodno)

In six UEFA Conference League qualifiers appearances this season, Pavel Savitski has scored four goals and is going to play an important role yet again for his side. The upcoming game is a difficult one for them, but the 31-year-old will be looking to step up and help his side.

Jorge de Frutos (Rayo Vallecano)

The Spaniard is going to play a crucial part in the attacking front for the LaLiga side Rayo Vallecano. Jorge de Frutos is coming in after scoring an important goal in their 3-1 win against Girona. The 28-year-old is going to be a constant threat while being in the final third.

Match Facts

• Neman Grodno have only won one of their last three matches.
• This will be the first-ever encounter between Neman Grodno and Rayo Vallecano.
• Neman Grodno have secured two clean sheets in their last five fixtures.

Neman Grodno vs Rayo Vallecano: Betting Tips and Odds

• Rayo Vallecano to win
• Jorge de Frutos to score
• Goals under 3.5

Injury and Team News

Neman Grodno are ready with all their players fit to be in action.

Abdul Mumin is injured and will not be in action for Rayo Vallecano.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 0

Neman Grodno won: 0

Rayo Vallecano won: 0

Draws: 0

This will be the first-ever meeting between these teams.

Predicted Lineups

Neman Grodno predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Belov (GK); Kuchinski, Sadovnichiy, Parkhomenko, Pantya; Yakimov, Kozlov; Evdokimov, Pushnyakov, Suchkov; Savitski

Rayo Vallecano predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Batalla (GK); Ratiu, Lejeune, Felipe, Chavarría; Ciss, López; Palazón, Diaz, García; De Frutos

Match Prediction

Being an important fixture for both clubs it is likely to turn into an intense one. We predict Rayo Vallecano to come up with a win against FC Neman Grodno in their upcoming first-leg playoff fixture of the UEFA Conference League qualifier.

Prediction: Neman Grodno 0-3 Rayo Vallecano

Telecast Details

TBD

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