Viktoria Plzen vs Freiburg prediction, H2H and probable lineups — November 27, 2025
In the fifth round of the UEFA Europa League main stage, Viktoria Plzen will face Freiburg. The match will take place in the Czech Republic on Thursday, November 27. Kickoff is set for 18:45 Central European Time. My bet is on a high-scoring affair in this clash.
Match preview
Czech side Viktoria Plzen has shown modest results in the 2025/26 domestic campaign, currently sitting sixth in the league standings. The team consistently picks up points on the road, but occasionally falters at home.
Viktoria's main issues remain finishing their chances and maintaining defensive stability. The team often plays with attacking intent, but after losing possession, they are vulnerable to rapid counterattacks. Discipline and concentration are key factors that need close attention.
These inconsistencies make every Viktoria game unpredictable, especially against strong European opposition. Yet, after four matches, the Czechs sit in eighth place, which secures a direct ticket to the round of 16.
If the win over Malmo and draws against Ferencvaros and Fenerbahce didn't cause much stir, the shock away victory against Roma was a true sensation. Viktoria has already proven they don’t fear big names, so Freiburg will definitely not have an easy ride.
After a stellar previous season, Freiburg stumbled at the start of the new campaign and now find themselves mid-table in the German Bundesliga. The squad underwent significant changes over the summer, and is still searching for consistent combinations.
The German side isn't known for a disciplined defense, but they do know how to control the tempo of the game. In recent matches, Freiburg has consistently found the back of the net, but their defense remains far from solid.
In the last match against Bayern, Freiburg surprisingly led 2-0 midway through the first half, but eventually conceded six goals and suffered a crushing defeat.
In the Europa League, Freiburg displays a pragmatic and organized style. Wins over Basel, Nice, and Utrecht, as well as a draw against Bologna, have put them in second place in the group standings. Given the level of upcoming opponents, there's a strong sense Freiburg will confidently finish in the top eight and secure a spot in the round of 16.
Match facts
- Viktoria are winless in their last three matches.
- The Czechs have won just one of their previous four home games.
- Freiburg has suffered only one defeat in their last five outings.
- On the road, the Germans have celebrated victory just twice in their last seven matches.
- Viktoria averages 1.5 goals per home game, while Freiburg averages 1.6 goals per away match.
Probable lineups
- Viktoria Plzen: Jedlicka, Jemelka, Dwe, Paluska, Soare, Memic, Valenta, Cherv, Ladra, Adu, Vydra.
- Freiburg: Atubolu, Makengo, Lienhart, Ginter, Kubler, Manzambi, Eggestein, Suzuki, Scherhant, Grifo, Adamu.
H2H
These teams have never met before.
Prediction
Given recent results and both teams' positions in the standings, the clash in Plzen is expected to be tense, with a high likelihood of goals at both ends. Both sides love to attack, but rarely impress with defensive reliability. I believe a bet on both teams to score looks very attractive here.
