Ferencvaros vs Gornik Zabrze prediction 05.08.2026 | Europa League
Ferencvarosi TC
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Gornik Zabrze
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1.76
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3.78
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4.78
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- Competition: Europa League
- Date: 5th August 2026
- Kick-off: 19:15 UK / 20:15 CEST
- Venue: Groupama Arena
Wednesday’s Europa League third qualifying round promises plenty of drama. Ferencváros takes on Górnik Zabrze at home, fresh off a nail-biter against FC Twente. On the other side, Jan Urban’s squad reached this stage after a tough Champions League showdown with Fenerbahçe didn’t go their way. Now, both teams are hungry to keep their European runs alive. Let’s dive into the possible lineups, head-to-head stats, team news, and top betting tips for this clash.
Ferencvaros vs Gornik Zabrze H2H stats
This is the first official meeting between the two clubs. They have no previous head-to-head competitive history. Ferencváros wants to use their home-field advantage in Budapest. Górnik Zabrze aims to make history. They need a vital away result to take back to Poland.
Ferencvaros team overview
Ferencváros enters this one on the back of a 0-0 draw against Vasas in their domestic league. The Green Eagles have shown inconsistent form lately, suffering a 4-2 defeat to Paks before reacting well to draw 2-2 with FC Twente in Europe.
Balázs Borbély’s men boast an outstanding home record at the Groupama Aréna, remaining completely unbeaten in their last twelve competitive fixtures in front of their fans.
In-form forward Lenny Joseph is currently the main man for the hosts, boasting four goal contributions in European qualifiers after firing home a crucial low strike in his last outing.
However, the Hungarian champions must navigate this first leg without influential midfielder Philippe Rommens, who is a noticeable absentee from the squad due to a suspension picked up from a straight red card against FC Twente.
Last matches of Ferencvarosi TC
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Ferencvarosi TC
0 : 0
Vasas
NB I
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Ferencvarosi TC
2 : 2
Twente
Europa League
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Paksi SE
4 : 2
Ferencvarosi TC
NB I
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Twente
1 : 2
Ferencvarosi TC
Europa League
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Ferencvarosi TC
3 : 0
Vojvodina
Europa League
Ferencvarosi TC lineup
Goalkeeper
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99
Dénes Dibusz
Defenders
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21
Endre Botka
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4
Stefan Gartenmann
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27
Ibrahim Cissé
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17
Eldar Ćivić
Midfielders
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88
Philippe Rommens
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16
Kristoffer Zachariassen
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10
Cebrails Makreckis
Forwards
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20
Adama Traoré
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11
Owusu Kwabena
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19
Barnabás Varga
Gornik Zabrze team overview
Górnik Zabrze enters this one on the back of a 1-1 draw against Fenerbahçe in the Champions League second qualifying round second leg. The Miners have showcased competitive resilience recently, fighting hard in the Champions League before shifting focus to the Europa League qualifying phase.
Michal Gasparik’s men travel with massive confidence boasting a stellar away record, having suffered just a single defeat across their last nine official competitive road trips.
Czech midfielder Michal Sáček is currently the main man for the visitors, extending his fine form after scoring a crucial goal in the final seconds of the first half against Fenerbahçe.
Fortunately for the visitors, the Polish side travels with a completely healthy defensive unit and boasts an entirely injury-free squad, leaving the manager with a fully fit selection of players to choose from for this historic first leg.
Last matches of Gornik Zabrze
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Gornik Zabrze
1 : 1
Fenerbahce
Champions League
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Gornik Zabrze
2 : 1
Slask Wroclaw
Ekstraklasa
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Fenerbahce
1 : 0
Gornik Zabrze
Champions League
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Lech Poznan
3 : 1
Gornik Zabrze
Super Cup
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Gornik Zabrze
0 : 2
Nordsjaelland
Club Friendlies 3
Gornik Zabrze lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Michał Szromnik
Defenders
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25
Manu Sánchez
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5
Kryspin Szcześniak
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26
Rafał Janicki
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64
Erik Janža
Midfielders
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6
Damian Rasak
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8
Patrik Hellebrand
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7
Luka Zahović
Forwards
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11
Kamil Lukoszek
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17
Lawrence Ennali
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9
Aleksander Buksa
Prediction
Ferencváros holds the clear edge at home. The Green Eagles remain a dominant force at the Groupama Aréna. Their attacking frontline is clicking at the right time. Górnik Zabrze will certainly fight hard. The Miners carry a stellar away record into Budapest. However, their defense struggles to keep clean sheets. Expect an open and thrilling encounter. The hosts will ultimately find the breakthrough. We are backing a hard-fought 2-1 victory for Ferencváros.
Three reasons we expect over 2.5 goals in this tie
- All the last five games of Ferencvaros in Europe finished with three or more goals.
- Ferencvarosi scored nine times in their last three competitive home games alone.
- Gornik Zabrze are without a clean sheet in their last five competitive games.
Main prediction Ferencvarosi TC - Gornik Zabrze
Over 2.5 goals
Best Odds:
22bet
1.84
