Borbély's first European test: prediction for Vojvodina vs Ferencváros - 09.07.2026
The first qualifying round clash of the 2026/27 Europa League between Vojvodina and Ferencváros will take place on July 9, 2026, at the Karađorđe Stadium in Novi Sad. The Serbian side approaches the match on the back of a strong domestic finish, while the Hungarian powerhouse embarks on a new European campaign with a fresh face at the helm.
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Vojvodina: a strong season without silverware, but plenty of momentum
Vojvodina finished last season as runners-up in the Serbian SuperLiga, collecting 76 points - ten shy of champions Crvena zvezda. Miroslav Tanjić’s side also reached the Serbian Cup final, but fell short against the same rivals in a penalty shootout.
Heading into qualifying, the Serbs look confident: they went unbeaten in their last eight league matches, winning five of them. After the league campaign, Vojvodina played three friendlies, capping off preparations with a convincing 3-0 win over Universitatea Cluj - a clear statement ahead of their European opener.
Ferencváros: new manager, urgent desire to bounce back after losing the title
Ferencváros endured a painful end to their campaign, finishing with 68 points - just one behind champions ETO Győr - thus bringing to an end their impressive streak of seven consecutive Hungarian championships.
In Europe, the Hungarians reached the Europa League Round of 16 last season, but suffered a tough exit at the hands of Braga: after a 2-0 victory in the first leg, they crashed out 0-4 in the return. Now, Balázs Borbély takes charge, with the Novi Sad encounter marking his first competitive game at the Ferencváros helm.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Vojvodina finished second in the Serbian league last season and reached the national cup final.
- Ferencváros missed out on the Hungarian title for the first time in eight years.
- This will be the first-ever meeting between these clubs - even in friendlies, they've never crossed paths before.
The visitors' quality could be decisive: Vojvodina vs Ferencváros prediction
Vojvodina are a threat on home turf and come into this tie in good form. The Serbian outfit know how to keep up the tempo, ended last season on a high, and gained confidence after their emphatic win over Universitatea Cluj.
But Ferencváros have greater European pedigree and a higher individual quality in their squad. Even under a new manager, the Hungarian side look capable of withstanding the pressure away from home and making the most of their attacking chances.
