Stadion Rajko Mitić will be the venue as Serbian giants Crvena Zvezda host French side Lille OSC in the Europa League Round of 16 second-leg encounter, scheduled for Thursday.
It will be the decisive second leg, with Crvena Zvezda holding the advantage after securing a 1-0 victory away in France in the first meeting. The Serbian champions now return home looking to protect their lead, while Lille must overturn the deficit to keep their European hopes alive.
In their respective domestic fixtures over the weekend, Crvena Zvezda produced a commanding performance to beat rivals FK Partizan 3-0 in the Serbian league, while Lille secured a narrow 1-0 win over Angers SCO in the Ligue 1.
Crvena Zvezda recent form analysis
In their last five matches across all competitions, Crvena Zvezda have been in outstanding form, winning all five games without a draw or defeat. During that run, they have scored 16 goals and conceded just once.
Last five games: 5 wins.
Latest results: Crvena Zvezda 3-0 Partizan.
Neka Marakana ponovo zagrmi!
Crvena zvezda – Lil, četvrtak u 18:45.
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— FK Crvena zvezda (@crvenazvezdafk) February 24, 2026
Lille recent form analysis
On the other hand, Lille have struggled for consistency in recent matches. In their last five games across all competitions, they have managed just one win, drawing two and losing two.
In that period, they have scored two goals while conceding three.
Last five games: 1 win, 2 draws, 2 losses
Latest results: Lille 1-0 Angers
Head-to-Head (Last games)
- Lille 0-1 Crvena Zvezda
- Crvena Zvezda 1-0 Lille
Prediction and betting tips
Punters are advised to bet on Both Teams to Score (Yes). Others should consider placing their bets on a Home Win.
- Both Teams to Score (YES) with odds of 1.63 on 1xbet.
- Home Win with odds of 2 73 on 1xbet.
Player to watch
Nabil Bentaleb
The Algerian defensive midfielder has been an important presence for Lille this season. Nabil Bentaleb has featured in 27 matches, contributing two goals and one assist from midfield.
His experience and composure could prove crucial as Lille attempt to overturn the first-leg deficit in Belgrade.
