Gent vs FK Crvena Zvezda Prediction & Lineups

UEFA Europa Conference LeagueMatchweek 4

Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 08:00 PM GMT

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FK Crvena ZvezdaFK Crvena Zvezda

Planet Group Arena, Gent · 20,185 cap

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Home Winmedium

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Gent and FK Crvena Zvezda face off in a group stage encounter where defensive solidity and tactical discipline will be key. Both sides have shown resilience, but Gent's recent form and set-piece threat give them a slight edge.

Predicted Scoreline

Pre-Match

1–0

Half-time1–0

Gent Win

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Confidence

Gent 52%Draw 24%FK Crvena Zvezda 24%

The context

In this competition, Gent have played six matches, remaining unbeaten with two wins and four draws, scoring five goals and conceding three. FK Crvena Zvezda's recent performances in the group stage have been competitive, but Gent's home advantage and defensive record stand out.

Match factors

Statistical Edgehigh

Strong defensive record with 80% clean sheets

Gent concedes only 0.2 goals per game with 80% clean sheets, favoring a narrow 1-0 win

Form Momentummedium

Positive scoring streak away from home

Gent scored in 2 of last 3 away games, showing attacking form on the road

Tactical Advantagehigh

Set-piece threat from defender C. Burgess

Burgess's goal and high passing accuracy suggest he is a key set-piece target

Form Momentumhigh

Tiago Araújo's creative form

Araújo has 2 assists in last 5 games, driving Gent's attacking chances

Analysis

Gent's defensive record is impressive, boasting an 80% clean sheet rate and conceding just 0.2 goals per game. Their ability to score from set pieces, particularly through defender C. Burgess who has a goal and a 96% passing accuracy, adds a tactical advantage. Midfielder Tiago Araújo's creative form, with two assists in the last five games, further boosts Gent's attacking potential. FK Crvena Zvezda will need to break down a well-organised defence, but Gent's recent away scoring streak and home form suggest they can hold firm and nick a narrow win.

Key insights

Prediction

The prediction is a 1-0 home win for Gent, with the decisive goal likely coming in the first half. The match is expected to be tight, with a total of four cards anticipated, reflecting a competitive but controlled encounter.

Key facts

1.Gent have played 6 matches in this competition with 2 wins, 4 draws, no losses, scoring 5 and conceding 3 goals.
2.Gent concedes only 0.2 goals per game with 80% clean sheets, favouring a narrow 1-0 win.
3.Gent scored in 2 of last 3 away games, showing attacking form on the road.
4.C. Burgess has scored 1 goal in 6 appearances with a 96% passing accuracy, making him a key set-piece threat.
5.Tiago Araújo has 2 assists in last 5 games, driving Gent's attacking chances.
6.The predicted total cards for the match is 4, indicating a competitive but disciplined game.

The verdict

Gent's blend of defensive resilience and set-piece threat makes them favourites to claim all three points. FK Crvena Zvezda will provide a stern test, but the home side's form and key player contributions should see them through to a narrow victory.