The UEFA Europa Conference League is set to witness a thrilling fixture as Celje and Jagiellonia face off on Thursday, November 28th, at the Stadion Z’dezele. Celje, the home side, are coming off a 1-0 victory in the Slovenian Prva Liga against Koper, courtesy of Ivan Brnic’s 15th-minute strike. Meanwhile, Jagiellonia shared the spoils in a 2-2 draw at home to Slask Wroclaw, equalizing five minutes after going behind to Arnau Ortiz’s 34th-minute strike.
Celje’s last Conference League game saw them claim a 3-0 home win over Molde, but this was followed by a disappointing 2-1 defeat away to Real Betis, leaving them in 20th spot in the table with three points from as many games. On the other hand, Jagiellonia are riding high on their impressive form, with maximum points from three games and currently sitting third in the table.
This will be the first meeting between the two sides, and given Jagiellonia’s exceptional run, it’s no surprise that they are the favorites to win. Celje, however, will be looking to build on their recent win in the Slovenian Prva Liga and make a statement in this fixture. The teams are evenly matched, with five of Jagiellonia’s last six games producing three goals or more, and there has been at least one goal scored in the final 15 minutes in five of Celje’s last six European games.
Jagiellonia are unbeaten in their last 14 games across competitions, with 11 wins, and have scored at least two goals in their last nine games. Celje, on the other hand, are coming off a congested section of the Conference League table, where nine sides are currently tied on three points, with a superior goal difference being their only advantage.
Given the teams’ performances so far, it’s difficult to ignore Jagiellonia’s dominant form. They have taken to this stage like a fish to water, and their confidence is high after winning all three games so far. Celje, on the other hand, have struggled to find consistency, and their recent draw in the league has raised concerns about their title defense.
Despite Celje’s efforts to bounce back from their recent slump, Jagiellonia’s impressive form and ability to find the back of the net have given them the upper hand. With both teams looking to make a statement in the Conference League, this fixture promises to be an exciting encounter, with goals at both ends and an upset on the cards.
In light of these factors, it’s predicted that Jagiellonia will emerge victorious, with both teams to score and over 2.5 goals being a distinct possibility. This prediction is echoed in the betting tips, with Tip 1 – Jagiellonia to win, and Tip 2 – Both teams to score, being the most favored predictions. With the added excitement of a congested Conference League table, this fixture is set to be a thrilling encounter that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.
