Top football tips for Thursday: Four expert predictions including Legia Warsaw vs Hibernian and Braga vs Lincoln Red Imps. Read on to view the top betting tips, expert analysis, and don’t forget to check out our Daily Super Double pick.
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📊 Three Key Stats Behind Today’s Picks
- Genk have scored four or more goals in two of their last three European matches.
- Aberdeen have conceded at least two goals in three of their last four games.
- Braga are unbeaten in nine straight fixtures this season, scoring in every one.
Legia Warsaw vs Hibernian
Steve Harrington; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
The Scottish Premiership side arrive in Poland trailing 2-1 from the first leg, knowing they need to score at least once to stand a chance of advancing. Their late goal at Easter Road highlighted both their character and Legia’s tendency to allow opportunities. Hibernian have already stunned Partizan Belgrade in this competition and carry real pace and width through Martin Boyle and Nicky Cadden.
Legia, though, are formidable at home, and Jean-Pierre Nsame’s sharpness in front of goal makes them dangerous. With midfield support from Bartosz Kapustka and pressure from wide areas, they are unlikely to sit back on their advantage. The game dynamic points to an attacking affair, with Hibs pushing forward and Legia hitting back.
Best bet – Both Teams To Score
Both Teams To Score | |
7/10 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Hibs must score to stay alive, while Legia rarely fail to strike at home. With Nsame in red-hot form and Hibs’ attacking pace, both teams should register in this second-leg encounter. | |
Genk vs Lech Poznan
Wolfgang Shotten; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
The Belgian side effectively killed the tie with their 5-1 demolition in Poland, yet they are unlikely to ease up completely. Genk’s home form in Europe is strong, and they possess several attacking options in Patrik Hrosovsky, Tolu Arokodare and Oh Hyeon-gyu. Even with qualification secure, their style is rarely conservative.
Lech Poznan, meanwhile, have little to lose. Mikael Ishak has already found the net several times this season, and Filip Jagiello’s ability to join from midfield gives them an added threat. With nothing but pride at stake, they should go forward with intent, especially against a Genk defence that occasionally lapses.
This setup strongly hints at a goal-filled contest, with both sides likely to hit the net again.
Best bet – Over 2.5 Goals
Over 2.5 Goals | |
4/7 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Genk blew Poznan away in the first leg but are unlikely to shut up shop at home. The Poles will attack for pride, and both teams have attacking options to deliver a high-scoring clash. | |
FCSB vs Aberdeen
Herrin Kendrick; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
The first leg finished 2-2, and both sides showed plenty of attacking threat but also defensive weaknesses. Aberdeen created multiple opportunities inside the penalty area, while FCSB twice found the net despite being reduced to 10 men. Goals flowed naturally, and the return leg promises more of the same.
FCSB’s domestic record underlines their issues at the back, having conceded at least twice in several recent matches. At the same time, they continue to score freely in league and European action. Aberdeen’s Kusini Yengi has led the line well, supported by Nicolas Milanovic and Jamie McGrath, ensuring the Scots can also contribute.
Neither side is built to sit on a lead or defend conservatively, so another lively scoreline is expected.
Best bet – Both Teams To Score
Both Teams To Score | |
3/4 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning The first leg produced four goals, and both sides look more convincing going forward than in defence. Aberdeen and FCSB both have attacking options, so backing both to find the net again makes sense. | |
Braga vs Lincoln Red Imps
John Pentin; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
Braga’s dominance in Gibraltar, where they secured a 4-0 victory, makes this second leg largely a formality. However, Portuguese sides often maintain attacking intensity at home, and with Ricardo Horta and Fran Navarro available, goals look very likely once more. The hosts’ recent run shows they rarely let standards slip.
Lincoln Red Imps are huge underdogs but may still fashion a few chances. Tjay De Barr and Kike Gomez have some pedigree in European qualifiers, and with Braga potentially rotating defensively, the visitors could exploit a lapse. Given their need for pride, Lincoln will likely attempt to test Braga’s backline.
The most realistic outcome is another open game, with the home team running riot and the visitors having a small chance to at least get on the scoresheet.
Best bet – Over 3.5 Goals
Over 3.5 Goals | |
7/10 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Braga should score freely again after their 4-0 first-leg win, while Lincoln may sneak a consolation. With the Portuguese side’s attacking quality, a high-scoring contest at Estádio Municipal de Braga looks highly probable. | |
🧲 Thursday Super Double
For today’s boosted double, we’ve picked two different angles from our main selections:
- Legia Warsaw vs Hibernian – Over 2.5 Goals
- FCSB vs Aberdeen – Over 2.5 Goals
Rationale:
Both ties are set up for goals. Legia and Hibs each need to attack, while Aberdeen and FCSB showed in the first leg that neither defence can cope with sustained pressure. Expect entertainment and at least three goals in both matches.
Thursday’s Super Double | |
2/1 - odds when tipped | |
Reasoning Both ties are set up for goals. Legia and Hibs each need to attack, while Aberdeen and FCSB showed in the first leg that neither defence can cope with sustained pressure. Expect entertainment and at least three goals in both matches. | |
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