Thursday, October 2, FCSB hosts Young Boys at the National Arena in Bucharest in the second round of the 2025/26 Europa League group stage. Two teams meet that started their European campaigns in opposite ways: the hosts won 1-0 against Dutch side G.A. Eagles, while the visitors suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat against Panathinaikos. The Romanian champions, struggling so far in a below-expectations Superliga season, could reach six points with a win, virtually securing qualification for the round of 16. On the other hand, the Swiss side desperately needs a win, or at least a positive result, to climb the table and revive their European hopes. Regardless of the outcome, all the elements are in place for an exciting, goal-filled match.

FCSB's Recent Form and Key Stats

FCSB hopes to perform better in Europe than in the domestic league, where after eleven rounds they sit 11th with only 10 points (2 wins, 4 draws, 5 losses). However, they arrive at the match against Young Boys after two consecutive 1-0 wins: one in Europa League against G.A. Eagles and another in Superliga against Otelul.

Their last five matches of the season show 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, with an average of 1.2 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per game. The team is showing signs of recovery, especially defensively, having kept two consecutive clean sheets. In attack, more is expected from Thiam, who is still looking for his first goal in six appearances.

Charalambous’ side has played six home games so far this season, recording three wins and three losses, with no draws. The trend is positive as they have won their last two home matches: 3-0 in the Europa League qualifiers against Aberdeen and 1-0 against Otelul last weekend.

Young Boys' Recent Form and Key Stats

In their last domestic game, Young Boys partially redeemed themselves from the 4-1 Europa League loss to Panathinaikos by winning 4-2 at home against Thun. This marked a return to victory after two consecutive defeats, allowing them to climb to second place in the Swiss Super League after seven rounds, just behind St. Gallen.

Giorgio Contini’s team has shown inconsistent form recently, with 3 wins and 2 losses, averaging 2 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per match. They play highly offensive football but remain vulnerable to counterattacks, having conceded at least one goal in their last six matches.

This inconsistency extends to away games as well. In six away matches, Young Boys have 3 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, scoring 9 goals and conceding 8.

FCSB vs Young Boys Prediction

The FCSB vs Young Boys match promises to be one of the most entertaining fixtures of Europa League Matchday 2, with goals and constant action expected.

The hosts have shown signs of recovery and will aim to secure a win for their fans, achieving a second consecutive Europa League victory and taking a big step toward direct qualification for the round of 16.

The visitors cannot afford mistakes and will need to push hard to return from Romania with maximum points. Both teams are expected to play openly, focusing on attack rather than defense.

For this reason, BetMines recommends the following tips: Over 2.5 goals and “both teams to score,” predicting a match with more than two goals and scoring from both sides.

• FCSB vs Young Boys Prediction by BetMines: Over 2.5 goals with 56% probability
  
  
• FCSB vs Young Boys Prediction by BetMines: Under 2.5 goals with 44% probability

Probable Lineups FCSB vs Young Boys

FCSB (4-2-3-1): Tarnovanu; Pantea, Ngezana, Popescu, Radunovic; Alhassan, Edjouma; Toma, Olaru, Cisotti; Thiam. Coach: Elias Charalambous

YOUNG BOYS (4-4-2): Keller; Janko, Zoukrou, Benito, Hadjam; Males, Gigovic, Fernandes, Monteiro; Bedia, Fassnacht. Coach: Giorgio Contini