Match Overview

This pivotal Matchday 4 fixture of the 2025/26 group stage will see Greek side PAOK host Swiss club Young Boys at the Toumba Stadium in Thessaloniki on November 6th. We delve into a comprehensive match preview, offering insights into the prediction, current odds, and key statistics for PAOK vs Young Boys.

PAOK Team Analysis

Recent Form and European Performance

The Greek side secured their first victory in the main stage of the current Europa League campaign by defeating Lille 4-3 away in the previous round. This win marks only their second triumph in their last 10 matches in this tournament, alongside three draws and five losses. Notably, PAOK failed to score in six of these ten encounters. However, their prolific goal-scoring display in France propelled them into the top 8 in terms of offensive output for the 2025/26 Europa League. Despite this, Răzvan Lucescu’s squad currently sits in a modest 20th place in the overall standings.

Key Defensive and Home Strengths

• At least one team has failed to score in 6 out of PAOK’s last 8 Europa League matches.
• Playing at home in this competition, the team has remained unbeaten in 6 of their last 7 fixtures (3 wins, 3 draws).
• PAOK has kept a clean sheet in 5 of their last 6 home Europa League matches.

PAOK’s Provisional Lineup (4-5-1)*

Antonis Tsaftsidis – Abdul Rahman Baba, Jonjo Kenny, Giannis Michailidis, Tomasz Kędziora – Andrija Živković, Soualiho Meïté, Giannis Konstantelias, Kiril Despodov, Mady Camara – Fedor Chalov.

Team News: Key Disruption

Defender Tomasz Kędziora is suspended for this match.

Young Boys Team Analysis

Recent Form and Goal-Scoring Prowess

In their last fixture, the Swiss team triumphed over Ludogorets with a 3-2 victory at home. This win marks Young Boys’ fourth in their last five Europa League matches. Impressively, they found the net even in their single loss during this period. Furthermore, the club has scored in 7 consecutive Europa League games. However, they have conceded at least two goals in 3 of their last 4 matches in this tournament. Young Boys currently occupy the 13th position in the league table.

Coaching Change Impact

Gerardo Seoane has taken over as the new head coach, replacing Giorgio Contini.

Match Trends and Away Performance

• At least one goal was scored in both halves in 6 of the Swiss team’s last 8 Europa League matches.
• On the road, the club has avoided defeat in 8 of their last 10 Europa League away games (4 wins, 4 draws).
• Young Boys have scored exactly 1 goal in 9 of their last 12 away matches in this tournament.

Young Boys’ Provisional Lineup (4-4-2)*

Marvin Keller – Loris Benito, Jaouan Hadjam, Ryan Andrews, Tanguy Zoukrou – Edimilson Fernandes, Ryan Raveloson, Darian Males, Joël Monteiro – Armin Gigović, Jean-Pierre Nsame.

Referee Profile

Match Official: Srđan Jovanović

Srđan Jovanović (Serbia) will be the man in the middle for this fixture.

Referee Statistics (2025/26 Season)

• Matches officiated – 6 (International competitions, 2025/26);
• Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 16;
• Average yellow cards per match – 2.6;
• Red cards shown – 0;
• Average fouls per match – 20;
• Penalties awarded – 17%.

PAOK vs Young Boys Match Prediction

PAOK’s Defensive Vulnerability

PAOK displayed strong defensive capabilities during the Europa League qualification rounds, keeping clean sheets in 3 of their 4 matches. However, in the more challenging group stage, maintaining such a high standard has proven significantly tougher. Răzvan Lucescu’s men have conceded a concerning 7 goals in their last two tournament fixtures.

Young Boys’ Consistent Attack

The Swiss outfit has found the back of the net in all three of their 2025/26 Europa League games so far. Their impressive scoring streak in this European competition now extends to 7 consecutive matches. Furthermore, Young Boys are not shy about attacking on the road, having scored in 14 of their last 15 away fixtures in the Europa League.

Seoane’s Return: A Catalyst for Success

The return of Gerardo Seoane to the helm of Young Boys is a noteworthy factor. This specialist is credited with the team’s recent achievements, including three consecutive league titles and a run to the Europa League Round of 16. Under his previous tenure, in the 2018/19 season, Young Boys netted an incredible 99 goals in the Swiss league, setting a club record for the tournament.

Final Betting Tip

My prediction for this match is “Young Boys Individual Total Over 0.5 goals” with odds of 1.50.

Lineup Note

*The starting lineup listed for each team refers to their last match in this tournament.