Lausanne-Sport vs Sigma Olomouc: prediction, head-to-head and probable lineups – 26 February 2026
The return leg of the Conference League play-off round will take place on Thursday in Lausanne at the Stade de la Tuilière, where Lausanne-Sport will host Czech side Sigma Olomouc. The first leg in the Czech Republic ended in a 1-1 draw, so the ticket to the Round of 16 will be decided in Switzerland. I’m offering a bet on the outcome of this clash with solid chances for success.
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Match preview
The Swiss side reached the play-offs by finishing ninth in the overall stage, missing out on the top eight by just one point – a result that can be considered a significant achievement. In the Czech Republic, Peter Zeidler’s squad took the lead after a first-half goal from Nathan Butler-Oyedeji, but allowed their opponent to equalize in the second half – 1-1. Overall, that away result gives Lausanne a favorable position ahead of the home leg.
However, their form raises questions: they are winless in seven straight matches across all competitions (four draws and three defeats), and in their last Swiss league outing, the team lost to Lugano (1-2). In the domestic league, Lausanne has dropped to ninth and risks falling into the relegation group after the table split. This makes European competition their main motivation – especially since they haven’t lost a single home match in the Conference League this season (including qualifiers).
The Czech club is back in European competition for the first time since the early 1990s and has already exceeded expectations, reaching the play-offs from 24th place. In the group stage, Sigma recorded two wins, one draw, and three losses, edging out rivals on tiebreakers. In the first leg against Lausanne, Tomáš Janotka’s side managed to equalize through a goal from Daniel Šturm, but couldn’t build on that momentum.
In the Czech league, Sigma comes into this match after a confident 3-1 victory over Teplice, with goals from Slavíček, Jasser, and Gali. It was their first away win since November, but defensive issues persist: they have now gone 16 consecutive away matches without a clean sheet in all competitions. In Switzerland, the Czechs will need to play cautiously, but with their current defensive instability, any moment could prove decisive.
Probable lineups
- Lausanne-Sport: Letica; Soppy, Mouanga, Sow, Fofana; Custodio, Rochat, Mollet, Diakité; Zehnni, Butler-Oyedeji.
- Sigma Olomouc: Koutiny; Hadas, Sylla, Malý, Sláma; Beran, Rusek, Baraš; Gali, Šíp, Kliment.
Match facts and head-to-head
- The first leg in the Czech Republic ended 1-1, with Lausanne taking the lead in the first half.
- Lausanne is unbeaten at home in this season’s Conference League.
- Sigma have failed to keep a clean sheet in 16 consecutive away matches in all competitions.
Prediction
Judging by the first leg, this contest promises to be close and tense once again. However, home advantage and Lausanne’s more consistent results in Europe on their own turf could prove decisive. I expect a narrow win for the hosts and the Swiss club to advance to the next round.
