Ferencváros x Braga in the UEFA Europa League: where to watch live and lineups

Ferencváros hosts Braga this Thursday (12) in the first leg of the round of 16 of UEFA Europa League. The confrontation takes place at Groupama Aréna, at Budapeste, at Hungria, starting at 8pm (local time).

The Hungarians advanced after beating Ludogorets in the playoffs, guaranteeing a place in this knockout stage. Braga finished the league phase in a position that allowed them to qualify directly for the round of 16. Ambas teams seek an advantage in the first game before returning in Portugal.

The duel represents an opportunity for Ferencváros to advance in elite European competition, while Braga maintains a consistent campaign this season.

Probable lineup of Ferencváros

Ferencváros must line up with Dibusz in goal. The defense has Cissé, Raemaekers, Szalai and Makreckis. In midfield, Kanichowsky and Romão play, with Fani, Cadu, Kovačević and Yusuf up front. Robbie Keane leads the team as a coach.

Stefan Gartenmann remains out due to injury. The recent formation shows defensive consistency in recent matches.

Probable lineup of Braga

Braga projects Horníček into the goal. The defensive line includes Arrey-Mbi, Lagerbielke, Niakaté and Dorgeles. Grillitsch and Moutinho form the duo in the middle, with Martínez, Horta, Zalazar and Víctor in attack.

Sikou Niakaté returns after a muscle injury and should be a starter. Víctor Gómez is suspended. The team arrives in good form in the Portuguese championship.

Where to watch live

The match is broadcast on an open channel by TVI on Portugal. Opções streaming services include CazéTV 2 on YouTube for Brazilian audiences and Paramount+ in some regions. Discovery+ also offers coverage in multiple countries.

Check availability depending on location. The broadcast starts minutes before kickoff.

Latest team results

The Ferencváros comes from positive sequence. Venceu Nyíregyháza 3-1 away from home in the Hungarian league. Antes beat Kazincbarcikai 2-1 at home. Empatou with MTK Budapest 1-1. Ganhou another previous confrontation in the competition.

Braga drew 2-2 with Sporting CP at home in the last round of Primeira Liga. Venceu Nacional 2-1 away. Superou opponent 1-0 in another recent game. Manteve invincibility in some European duels.

History and curiosities of the confrontation

This is the first official meeting between Ferencváros and Braga in European competitions. Não there is direct previous retrospect.

Ferencváros has a tradition in recent Europa League knockout stages. Braga stands out for its solid campaign in the group stage, with few goals conceded away from home. Ricardo Horta is a key player in the Minho attack.

Arbitration and weather forecasting

The arbitration will be defined by UEFA, with a neutral team for the duel. Detalhes completes leave hours before the game.

At Budapeste, the forecast indicates partly cloudy skies with a chance of light rain. Temperaturas are between 5°C and 17°C at departure time. Vento moderate blows from the south between 9 and 25 km/h. Condições can influence the pace of the game.

Guesses and highlights

Analysts point to balance, with a slight advantage for Braga due to its technical quality. Possível score 1 to 2 for the Portuguese.

Ricardo Horta and Rodrigo Zalazar are bets for goals in Braga. Yusuf and Cadu lead offensively for Ferencváros. The game promises intensity from the start.

Braga seeks to maintain an unbeaten record in the competition. Ferencváros is betting on the strength of the fans at home.

The confrontation defines the direction in the search for a place in the quarter-finals of UEFA Europa League.