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The prediction and betting suggestion for Red Star vs Celta Vigo on January 29, 2026, as analyzed by the experts, is: Will both teams score? Yes ⇒ bet available at Bet365.

👉 Where will Red Star vs Celta Vigo be played?

The match between Red Star and Celta Vigo on January 29, 2026, will be played in Belgrade, Stadion Rajko Mitić.

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Red Star Belgrade vs Celta Vigo Prediction – Europa League

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Here you can find the best prediction for Red Star vs Celta Vigo in the Europa League, along with match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent performances and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this match between Red Star and Celta Vigo.

Red Star

January 29, 2026 – 20::00
Europa League
2025/2026
League Stage – Round 8

Celta Vigo

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Red Star and Celta Vigo

The best prediction for
Red Star vs Celta Vigo in the Europa League is that both teams will score. It is expected to be a tightly contested match with Red Star bringing a lot of intensity. It’s worth noting that Celta Vigo has also shown promising attacking qualities and is likely to create some discomfort for Red Star’s defense.

Best prediction for Red Star vs Celta Vigo

Over 0.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting prediction)
Over 1.5 goals (live betting prediction, double or treble)
Both teams to score (riskier prediction)

Match prediction for Red Star vs Celta Vigo

The teams Red Star and Celta Vigo will face each other at Stadion Rajko Mitić in a Europa League match (League Stage). There have been no official encounters between these two teams in the last three years. The last match took place on November 9, 2000, ending with a scoreline of Celta Vigo (5-3) Red Star. In this match, the home advantage might play a significant role, as Celta Vigo has shown marked differences in results when playing at home versus playing away.

Analysis of Red Star

The home team is currently in 11th place, having accumulated 13 points from 4 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses. In their penultimate match, they won away against Sturm Graz (0-1). In the last match, they also won away against Malmö FF (0-1). This team is not significantly affected by the home factor; they have similar results at home and away, recording 8 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses as visitors in the last 30 matches, with 24 goals scored and 17 conceded, compared to 10 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses at home, having scored 37 goals and conceded 11. In their last 10 home games, Red Star has achieved 8 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss.

In this competition, they have won their last 4 matches. Their attack has been scoring consistently, finding the net in 6 of the last 7 games in this competition. There is a tendency for goals, as 27 of their last 31 home matches featured over 1.5 goals, and in 22 of the last 31, there were more than 2.5 goals. In 15 matches, they managed to come back in just 1 of the 4 matches where they conceded the first goal. There are notable periods in the last 20 home matches across all competitions: they conceded 7 of their 14 goals between the 46th and 60th minutes.

Red Star approaches this match with a victory, having won 0-1 in their away game at Malmö, marking their fourth consecutive win in the Europa League: the single goal of the match was scored by Vasilije Kostov. Coach Dejan Stanković is expected to maintain their usual 4-3-3 formation, with an attacking front comprised of Vladimir Lučić, Marko Arnautović, and Aleksandar Katai, players that offer versatility and the ability to disrupt defenses. In midfield, Vasilije Kostov stands out as a key player in orchestrating offensive plays, overseeing the build-up and the first phase of transitions. All players are available for this match.

Analysis of Celta Vigo

The visiting team is currently in 14th place, having earned 12 points from 4 wins and 3 losses. In their penultimate match, they lost at home to Bologna (1-2). In their last match, they won at home against LOSC Lille (2-1). Notably, this team has been stronger away than at home, recording 7 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses in their last 30 matches as visitors; compared to 6 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses at their stadium. In their last match in La Liga, they lost to Real Sociedad away (3-1). In their last 10 away matches, Celta Vigo has won 6, drawn 1, and lost 3. Defensive solidity has not been a strong point for them, having conceded goals in 6 of their last 7 matches, while their attack has been regularly finding the net, scoring at least one goal in each of the last 7 matches in this competition. In 15 matches, they conceded the first goal 5 times and failed to turn the game around on any occasion.

Celta Vigo comes into this match after a defeat, 3-1, during their visit to Real Sociedad, in a La Liga match. In their last match in the Europa League, the Spaniards defeated Lille 2-1. Coach Hans-Dieter Flick is expected to continue with the usual tactical setup in a 3-4-3 formation, with Bryan Zaragoza, Iago Aspas, and Borja Iglesias as key figures in their attacking lineup. In midfield, Ilaix Moriba plays a crucial role in creating offensive opportunities, functioning as the brain of their attacking maneuvers. Williot Swedberg and Hugo Soteldo are both unavailable for this match due to suspensions.

Best prediction for Red Star vs Celta Vigo

Over 0.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting prediction)
Over 1.5 goals (live betting prediction, double or treble)
Both teams to score (riskier prediction)