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As SC Freiburg prepares to host Aston Villa in the UEFA Europa League on May 20, 2026, both teams come into the match with similar challenges, having secured just one victory in their last five outings. Freiburg’s recent struggles suggest a need for greater offensive cohesion, as they have found it difficult to convert possession into goals. Their tactical approach typically leans on a disciplined defense to create counter-attacking opportunities, which may be crucial against a potentially stronger Aston Villa side.
On the other hand, Aston Villa also faces difficulties in finding consistent form but possesses the advantage of a more potent attacking lineup. Their playing style often emphasizes quick transitions and width, which could exploit Freiburg’s vulnerabilities. The bookmakers reflect this disparity, with odds favoring an away victory at 1.74 compared to Freiburg’s 4.69 for a home win.
Statistical analysis predicts a 55% probability of an Aston Villa win, while a draw sits at 24.9%, and a home victory is estimated at just 20.2%. With both teams aiming for redemption, this matchup promises to be a closely contested affair, though past form suggests the visitors may edge it. However, the unpredictability of knockout formats means no outcome is guaranteed.
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| Freiburg 19.6% |
Draw 25.8% |
Aston Villa 54.6% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 0:1
Outrights of UEFA Europa League Aston Villa: 70.18% Freiburg: 29.82%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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5.05 | 3.76 | 1.77 | |
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5 | 3.75 | 1.75 | |
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5.08 | 3.9 | 1.78 | |
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4.6 | 3.6 | 1.75 | |
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4.8 | 3.75 | 1.73 |
Latest Results
| 10.05.26 Hamburger SV – SC Freiburg – 3:2 07.05.26 SC Freiburg – SC Braga – 3:1 03.05.26 SC Freiburg – VfL Wolfsburg – 1:1 30.04.26 SC Braga – SC Freiburg – 2:1 26.04.26 Borussia Dortmund – SC Freiburg – 4:0 |
10.05.26 Burnley FC – Aston Villa – 2:2 07.05.26 Aston Villa – Nottingham Forest – 4:0 03.05.26 Aston Villa – Tottenham Hotspur – 1:2 30.04.26 Nottingham Forest – Aston Villa – 1:0 25.04.26 Fulham FC – Aston Villa – 1:0 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
1/16-finals
| 1 | Ludogorets (22) | Ferencvaros (12) | 0 : 2, 2 : 1 |
| 2 | Braga (6) | Bye | |
| 3 | Panathinaikos (20) | Plzen (14) | 2 : 1, 2 : 2 |
| 4 | Betis (4) | Bye | |
| 5 | Din. Zagreb (23) | Genk (9) | 3 : 3, 1 : 3 |
| 6 | Freiburg (7) | Bye | |
| 7 | PAOK (17) | Celta Vigo (16) | 0 : 1, 1 : 2 |
| 8 | Lyon (1) | Bye | |
| 9 | Celtic (21) | Stuttgart (11) | 1 : 0, 1 : 4 |
| 10 | FC Porto (5) | Bye | |
| 11 | Fenerbahce (19) | Nottingham (13) | 2 : 1, 0 : 3 |
| 12 | Midtjylland (3) | Bye | |
| 13 | Brann (24) | Bologna (10) | 0 : 1, 0 : 1 |
| 14 | AS Roma (8) | Bye | |
| 15 | Lille (18) | Crvena zvezda (15) | 2 : 0, 0 : 1 |
| 16 | Aston Villa (2) | Bye |
1/8-finals
| 1 | Ferencvaros (12) | Braga (6) | 0 : 4, 2 : 0 |
| 2 | Panathinaikos (20) | Betis (4) | 0 : 4, 1 : 0 |
| 3 | Genk (9) | Freiburg (7) | 1 : 5, 1 : 0 |
| 4 | Celta Vigo (16) | Lyon (1) | 2 : 0, 1 : 1 |
| 5 | Stuttgart (11) | FC Porto (5) | 0 : 2, 1 : 2 |
| 6 | Nottingham (13) | Midtjylland (3) | 3 : 1, 0 : 1 |
| 7 | Bologna (10) | AS Roma (8) | 4 : 3, 1 : 1 |
| 8 | Lille (18) | Aston Villa (2) | 0 : 2, 0 : 1 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Braga (6) | Betis (4) | 4 : 2, 1 : 1 |
| 2 | Freiburg (7) | Celta Vigo (16) | 3 : 1, 3 : 0 |
| 3 | FC Porto (5) | Nottingham (13) | 0 : 1, 1 : 1 |
| 4 | Bologna (10) | Aston Villa (2) | 0 : 4, 1 : 3 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | Braga (6) | Freiburg (7) | 1 : 3, 2 : 1 |
| 2 | Nottingham (13) | Aston Villa (2) | 0 : 4, 1 : 0 |
Final
| 1 | Freiburg (7) | Aston Villa (2) |
UEFA Europa League Outrights
1. Aston Villa: 1.36 (70.18%)
2. Freiburg: 3.2 (29.82%)
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