Europa League

Anderlecht

13 Aug 2026 19:30

PAOK

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Anderlecht to win 2.65

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Anderlecht vs PAOK Predictions, Picks & Odds – 13/08/2026

Europa League · 3rd Qualifying Round

Our prediction

1: Anderlecht to win

2.65 on Betano · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 17 Aug 2026 at 13:56 · Odds are subject to change

Anderlecht vs PAOK Preview

Anderlecht welcome PAOK to Lotto Park for this Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round first leg under new manager Vítor Bruno, who faces a significant rebuilding job. The Belgian side lost key contributors like Thorgan Hazard and Nathan De Cat over the summer, bringing in several fresh faces including Lukas Ambros and Giulian Biancone. Danylo Sikan has been their brightest spark going forward, scoring twice in his last two outings. Their away record in European qualifiers is a concern, though home soil could prove a boost.

PAOK travel to Brussels in confident mood, having already eliminated Dynamo Kyiv in the previous round. Alessio Lisci's side boast an impressive unbeaten home record in European qualifiers stretching back to the 2020-21 season, and their recent form reads strongly with three pre-season victories preceding their qualifier success. Giannis Konstantelias has been electric, bagging three goals in his last two appearances. The Greek outfit also showed ruthless attacking quality by putting four past Westerlo in their most recent domestic fixture.

Anderlecht's home advantage at Lotto Park gives them a genuine edge in this first leg. Vítor Bruno's side showed resilience in the second qualifying round, and new signings like Lukas Ambros and Giulian Biancone have already been integrated into the squad. Danylo Sikan, with two goals in his last two outings, provides a reliable attacking outlet that PAOK's defence must account for.

PAOK arrive in Brussels with strong recent form, having won their last two competitive fixtures against Dynamo Kyiv. Giannis Konstantelias has been electric, bagging three goals in two appearances. However, travelling away from Thessaloniki strips PAOK of their formidable home record, and their European pedigree on the road is far less convincing. Anderlecht's own poor away record in qualifiers becomes irrelevant here.

The home win at 2.65 represents the value pick for this fixture. Anderlecht have the crowd behind them and enough quality, particularly through Sikan, to edge a tight first leg. PAOK's attacking firepower, highlighted by four goals against Westerlo recently, makes N/A worth consideration as a secondary selection. Expect Anderlecht to take a slender advantage into the second leg in Greece.

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Trends to Know about Anderlecht vs PAOK

• PAOK unbeaten at home since 2020-21
• Konstantelias scored three in two matches
• Anderlecht winless in four away qualifiers

Both sides line up in a 4-2-3-1 vs 4-2-3-1 mirror, promising a structured, midfield-heavy contest at Lotto Park. The double pivot battle will be central, with Santamaria anchoring Anderlecht's shape and PAOK's Marco Kana tasked with controlling the tempo for the visitors.

Anderlecht's attacking unit relies on the creativity of Živković and Konstantelias behind a lone striker, while PAOK will look to Danylo Sikan to convert whatever chances the away side can carve out. Both lineups carry a probable tag from multiple credible outlets, giving reasonable confidence in these projected XIs.

How to Watch Anderlecht vs PAOK Match?

What time is Anderlecht vs PAOK?

Kickoff at Lotto Park is scheduled for Wednesday, 13 August 2026 at 19:30 local time.

Where is Anderlecht vs PAOK being played?

This Europa League clash takes place at Lotto Park, Anderlecht's home ground in Brussels.

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