Rapid Wien vs Wisla Krakow Prediction - Europa League
In the first leg, even playing away from home, the Austrian team secured a 2-1 victory. Therefore, Rapid Wien can progress to the next stage with another win or even a draw. For the Polish club, a victory by two or more goals is required. A one-goal win for Wisla would push the match into extra time lasting 30 minutes. If the tie persists after extra time, the outcome will be decided by a penalty shootout.
Rapid Wien and Wisla Krakow are currently in the second phase out of four in the qualification process for a spot in the Europa League. The winner will face in the semi-finals the victor of the clash between Ruzomberok from Slovakia and Trabzonspor from Turkey. Betting on Rapid Wien to win is the recommendation for this Thursday’s second-leg quarter-final match in the 2024/2025 Europa League qualifiers. In the over/under goals market, the suggestion is to bet on over 2.5 goals.
Predictions for Rapid Wien vs Wisla Krakow
Rapid Wien Wins the Match
Rapid Wien faced an elimination match over the weekend in the Austrian Cup. They managed to take a step forward in the competition, which kicked off the 2024/2025 calendar in the country. Wisla made its debut in the Second Division of the Polish Championship, resulting in a draw against Polonia W. The recommended bet on Rapid Wien’s victory is advised for this Thursday’s return leg of the quarter-finals in the Europa League qualifiers.
Goals Over/Under – Over 2.5 Goals Scored
Despite only needing a draw at home, it is unlikely that Rapid Wien will choose a defensive strategy. They might take defensive precautions, but they are expected to take control of the game and aim for another win against Wisla. For the Europa League 2024/2025 qualifiers this Thursday, the additional betting tip using the goals over/under market is to opt for the over 2.5 goals scored.
Latest News and Statistics on Rapid Wien
On Sunday, July 28, Rapid Wien confirmed their favoritism in the encounter with Neusiedl, a team from the Regional League East, equivalent to the Third Division of the Austrian Championship. In the round of 32 of the Austrian Cup, they won 2-0. They did the minimum required to secure the victory, thus avoiding greater wear and tear before this Thursday’s crucial match.
Goals were scored by Beljo at 39 minutes into the first half, and Kaygin at the 28-minute mark of the final period. Next, they will face Donaufield Wien, a local rival also competing in the Third Division. However, before that, they’ll begin their journey in the 2024/2025 Bundesliga season, the country’s top league. The premiere match is scheduled for this Sunday, August 4, at home against Sturm Graz.
Latest News and Statistics for Wisla Krakow
The goalless draw against Polonia W in the opening round of the 2024/2025 season of the Polish Second Division ended up being acceptable given the circumstances. Wisla Krakow played with a numerical disadvantage from the 12th minute of the final period, following a red card shown to Biedrzycki. Until that point, the home team had been performing better.
With an extra player, Polonia W took control of the match but was unable to find the back of the net. Ultimately, the draw was a fair outcome. Wisla Krakow, who maintained possession for 53% of the time, created the same number of shooting opportunities (14) as their opponent and slightly outperformed in shots on target (3 to 2). There was nothing significant to justify a different result.
