Young Boys and Red Star Belgrade are set for an intriguing clash in the Champions League on Tuesday. Both teams are fighting for third place in Group G, aiming to secure a spot in the Europa League.
Match Preview:
Young Boys currently sit at the bottom of Group G with just one point from four matches. Their sole point came from a draw against Red Star Belgrade.
However, they faced defeats against RB Leipzig and Manchester City, signaling a challenging journey in this elite competition.
The quest for third place, ensuring Europa League qualification, relies on Young Boys securing a victory.
Failure to win might prolong their fight to the final matchday, where they confront RB Leipzig, presenting a tougher hurdle compared to Red Star Belgrade’s clash against Manchester City.
Red Star Belgrade shares a similar fate with Young Boys, also holding one point. They’re aiming to clinch third place for a Europa League berth.
Despite competitive performances against Leipzig and Young Boys, losses to City and Leipzig hindered their progress.
Team News:
Young Boys will miss Sandro Lauper due to suspension following his red card against Manchester City.
Injuries to Kastriot Imeri and Cedric Itten pose challenges, but top scorer Jean-Pierre Nsame remains available.
Red Star has a fully fit squad available, providing Bakhar with ample options. Key scorers Jean-Philippe Krasso and Osman Bukari are expected to spearhead the attack.
Predicted Lineups:
Young Boys:(5-4-1)
Racioppi;
Janko, Amenda, Camara, Benito, U Garcia;
Elia, Niasse, Males, Ugrinic;
Nsame
Red Star Belgrade:(5-3-2)
Glazer;
S Mijailovic, Djiga, Dragovic, Rodic, Lucic;
Kanga, In-Beom, Ivanic;
Krasso, Bukari
Prediction:
Both teams are evenly matched, and we are expecting a tight affair with both sides possibly settling for a draw.
- Our Prediction: Young Boys 1-1 Red Star Belgrade.