09 April 2026
Europa-Park Stadion, Freiburg, UEFA Europa League
SC Freiburg host Celta Vigo at Stadion am Wolfswinkel on April 9, 2026, in a highly anticipated UEFA Europa League quarter-final first leg. Freiburg are making their debut at this stage of European competition, buoyed by a strong home record and the creative spark of Vincenzo Grifo. Meanwhile, Celta Vigo arrive with a reputation for disciplined defensive organization and swift counter-attacks, led by veteran forward Iago Aspas.
This clash promises a tactical battle between Freiburg’s possession-based attacking style and Celta’s resilient, counter-attacking approach. Both teams have much at stake as they aim to secure a favorable position ahead of the second leg.
| Team | Last 5 | Goals For | Goals Against |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC Freiburg | W D W W D | 9 | 4 |
| Celta Vigo | W W D L W | 7 | 5 |
Freiburg’s recent form highlights their consistency at home, remaining undefeated in 11 of their last 12 matches across all competitions, including the Europa League where they boast 8 unbeaten in 10 at home. Celta are similarly resilient, undefeated in 82% of their last 11 Europa League matches, though their recent loss shows some vulnerability. Both teams have managed to keep their goals conceded low, setting the stage for a tightly contested encounter.
| Home | Draw | Away |
|---|---|---|
| 1.85 | 3.40 | 4.20 |
The odds favor Freiburg due to their home strength and attacking control, but Celta’s defensive solidity and counter-attacking threat offer value for an upset or at least a close contest.
Expect a close, tactical game with Freiburg favored to win narrowly and likely to keep a clean sheet.
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