Our Celta Vigo vs Juventus prediction is a narrow Juventus win in Vigo tonight. Luciano Spalletti’s side opened their Europa League campaign with a 5-0 thrashing of NEC Nijmegen, while Celta lost 1-0 away to Omonia, and the Spanish side’s struggle for goals tips this one towards the Italians despite a long Juventus injury list.
Kick-off at the Abanca-Balaídos is 10:00pm EAT on Thursday 15 October.
Key Facts: Celta Vigo vs Juventus
- Competition: UEFA Europa League, league phase, matchday 2
- Date: Thursday 15 October 2026
- Kick-off: 10:00pm EAT
- Venue: Estadio Abanca-Balaídos, Vigo
- Managers: Claudio Giráldez (Celta Vigo), Luciano Spalletti (Juventus)
- Matchday 1: Omonia 1-0 Celta Vigo, Juventus 5-0 NEC Nijmegen
- Last five (all competitions): Celta D-D-L-W-D, Juventus L-W-W-L-D
Celta Vigo vs Juventus Prediction: Form Guide
Celta Vigo
Celta have found wins hard to come by this season. Their last outing in La Liga was a goalless draw with Elche, and three draws in their last five games tell the story of a team that is hard to beat but not sharp enough in the final third.
Their European campaign started badly too. They lost 1-0 in Cyprus against Omonia, conceding late, which means they really need something from this home game to keep their league phase hopes healthy. Balaídos is a noisy, compact ground and the home crowd will demand a reaction.
Juventus
Juventus have been up and down in Serie A. They needed a late equaliser to draw at Cagliari in their last Serie A outing, a game we previewed in our Cagliari vs Juventus prediction. In Europe, though, they were ruthless on matchday 1, putting five past NEC Nijmegen without reply.
Spalletti’s men have quality all over the pitch and Randal Kolo Muani gives them a focal point up front. The question is whether a stretched squad can produce that level away from home.
Team News
Celta Vigo injuries
Celta are without defender Carl Starfelt, Miguel Román and Jones El-Abdellaoui, who has a long-term knee injury. Otherwise Giráldez has a settled group to choose from, with Ilaix Moriba and Febas expected to anchor the midfield.
Juventus injuries
Juventus have a long absentee list. Kenan Yildiz, Manuel Locatelli, Khéphren Thuram, Jérémie Boga, Jeff Ekhator and goalkeeper Kamil Grabara are all out. Losing Yildiz and Locatelli in particular takes creativity and control out of the side.
Possible line-ups
Celta Vigo (3-4-3): Radu; Lago, Alonso and one more centre-back; Rueda, Moriba, Febas, Galán; Durán, Jutglà, Álvarez.
Juventus (4-2-3-1): Vicario; full-backs including Cambiaso; Sarr, Luiz; González, McKennie and one more attacking midfielder; Kolo Muani.
Head-to-Head
These two clubs have met only twice in European competition, back in the UEFA Cup in 2000. Each side won once, and Celta famously won the home leg 4-0 to go through on aggregate. That is a long time ago, but it is a reminder that Balaídos can be a tough place for Italian visitors.
Prediction and Betting Tips
Juventus have the stronger squad even with their injuries, and their 5-0 win on matchday 1 showed what they can do when they click. Celta’s main problem is turning possession into goals, and that is a big issue against a Juventus defence that knows how to protect a lead.
We expect Celta to compete, especially early on, but Juventus should have enough quality to take the points.
- Main pick: Juventus to win
- Alternative: Under 3.5 total goals
- Correct score guess: Celta Vigo 1-2 Juventus
Check the latest JetBet odds before kick-off, and see more fixtures on our football predictions page and in our predictions archive. Full Europa League fixtures are on the official UEFA Europa League website.
FAQ
What time is Celta Vigo vs Juventus in Kenya?
The match kicks off at 10:00pm EAT on Thursday 15 October 2026.
Where is Celta Vigo vs Juventus being played?
The game is at Estadio Abanca-Balaídos in Vigo, Spain.
Who is injured for Juventus against Celta Vigo?
Kenan Yildiz, Manuel Locatelli, Khéphren Thuram, Jérémie Boga, Jeff Ekhator and Kamil Grabara are all unavailable.
What is the Celta Vigo vs Juventus prediction?
We are backing Juventus to win, with Celta Vigo 1-2 Juventus as our correct score guess.
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