Dinamo Zagreb vs Anderlecht: UEFA Europa League Match Prediction
Dinamo Zagreb
AnderlechtDinamo Zagreb host Anderlecht at Maksimir on 15 October in the second round of the UEFA Europa League league phase. The hosts have a point from their opening fixture; the visitors are still seeking their first. With only one round played, the immediate priority is to improve their position rather than judge qualification prospects from the early standings.
Dinamo: scoring output masks defensive variation
Recent results and venue split
Dinamo's last five matches brought two wins, one draw and two defeats. They lost 2–4 at Osijek, drew 0–0 at Hapoel Be'er Sheva, beat Lokomotiva Zagreb 3–2 and Vukovar 1991 4–0, then lost 1–2 at Hajduk. The single home victory is too narrow a sample to establish a reliable Maksimir trend.
Strengths and vulnerabilities
- Dinamo scored in four of five matches.
- Their recent games have often required more than one goal to secure a result.
- They sit 19th in the league phase, two points behind Juventus; that position reflects only the opening round.
Availability before the home fixture
According to media reports, Scott McKenna missed the latest training session with a viral illness, while Stefan Radeljic trained after illness but still requires assessment. Luka Stojkovic has resumed training and Josip Misic is returning to the squad. The doubts matter after the recent concessions, although neither doubtful player is confirmed absent.
- Khaydukaway1:2
- Vukovar 1991away4:0
- Lokomotiv Zagrebhome3:2
- Khapoelʹ Beer-Shevaaway0:0
- Osiyekaway2:4
Anderlecht: better results, with a friendly caveat
Momentum and away performances
Anderlecht won four of their last five fixtures: 1–0 at Mechelen, 3–0 against Zulte Waregem, 3–0 against Reims and 2–1 at Cercle Brugge, alongside a 1–2 loss to Lyon. They arrive after three successive wins. The Reims match was a friendly, however, so that sequence should not be treated as three consecutive competitive victories.
What the numbers reveal
- They scored in all five fixtures and kept three clean sheets, combining regular attacking returns with fewer concessions than Dinamo.
- Both away games ended in wins, with three goals scored and one conceded; the sample covers only two trips.
- Four fixtures went Over 2.5 goals, but BTTS occurred in just two, reflecting the influence of wins to nil.
- They occupy 23rd place, three points behind the leader, following their opening European defeat.
Players awaiting clearance
According to media reports, Julien Biancone and Andrew Omobamidele trained before the trip but remained doubtful. Enric Llansana also trained with a bandaged knee and still needed clearance. Participation in training does not establish match readiness, so these names cannot yet be treated as confirmed starters. No probable XI, formation or confirmed suspension list is available.
- Serklʹaway2:1
- Reymshome3:0
- Zulʹte-Varegemhome3:0
- Lionhome1:2
- Mekhelenaway1:0
Head-to-head
- 13.12.2018Dinamo Zagreb0:0AnderlekhtLiga Yevropy. Gruppovoy etap
- 04.10.2018Anderlekht0:2Dinamo ZagrebLiga Yevropy. Gruppovoy etap
- 02.12.2009Anderlekht0:1Dinamo ZagrebLiga Yevropy. Gruppovoy etap
- 17.09.2009Dinamo Zagreb0:2AnderlekhtLiga Yevropy. Gruppovoy etap
Pre-match messages focus on response
Luka Ivanusec said Dinamo must show their best side for their supporters and themselves. Anderlecht coach Vitor Bruno stressed that his team always seeks victory and described the Zagreb fixture as difficult. Those comments establish the teams' stated intentions, but neither supplies a tactical plan or a confirmed selection. No separate expert assessment is available.
Our pick: goals at both ends
For Dinamo Zagreb against Anderlecht at Maksimir, our selection is Both Teams To Score - Yes 1.65. The visitors have scored in all five recent matches and won four; Dinamo have scored in four of five, including three in their latest home appearance. That combination makes an exchange of goals more attractive than backing the hosts to win.
Dinamo conceded in three of those five games, leaving an opening for Anderlecht’s attack. According to media reports, Scott McKenna and Stefan Radeljic remain doubtful after viral illness, while the visitors also have fitness doubts over Julien Biancone and Andrew Omobamidele. These are availability risks, not confirmed absences. Anderlecht’s recent run includes a friendly, so it deserves some caution, but their scoring sequence also covers both competitive away fixtures in that period. A plausible score is 1-1.
Final betting view
Both Teams To Score - Yes 1.65 is our pick: Anderlecht’s consistent scoring meets a home side carrying a threat of its own. Keep the stake measured, since the visitors have conceded in only two of their last five matches.
FAQ
When does Dinamo Zagreb — Anderlecht kick off?
The match starts on 15.10.2026 at 15:00 (New York), Maksimir (Zagreb).
What is the prediction for Dinamo Zagreb — Anderlecht?
Our pick is Both Teams To Score - Yes at 1.65.
What are the teams’ chances?
By market estimate: Dinamo Zagreb win — 48%, draw — 27%, Anderlecht win — 26%.
Chances by market estimate
Team form
- Khaydukaway1:2
- Vukovar 1991away4:0
- Lokomotiv Zagrebhome3:2
- Khapoelʹ Beer-Shevaaway0:0
- Osiyekaway2:4
- Serklʹaway2:1
- Reymshome3:0
- Zulʹte-Varegemhome3:0
- Lionhome1:2
- Mekhelenaway1:0
Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | Stade Rennais | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
| 19 | Dinamo Zagreb | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
| 20 | Hapoel Be'er Sheva | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
| 21 | Jagiellonia Bialystok | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 22 | Real Sociedad | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 23 | Anderlecht | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 24 | Lillestrom | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
Head-to-head
- 13.12.2018Dinamo Zagreb0:0AnderlekhtLiga Yevropy. Gruppovoy etap
- 04.10.2018Anderlekht0:2Dinamo ZagrebLiga Yevropy. Gruppovoy etap
- 02.12.2009Anderlekht0:1Dinamo ZagrebLiga Yevropy. Gruppovoy etap
- 17.09.2009Dinamo Zagreb0:2AnderlekhtLiga Yevropy. Gruppovoy etap
About the match
- 15 October · 15:00 New York
- Venue: Maksimir (Zagreb), Zagreb
- Weather: 13° · precip. 0% · wind 1.3 m/s
Odds
Odds updated 14.10 15:10
Market gives the hosts a measured advantage
Dinamo are the 1X2 favourites at 47.8%, against 26.6% for a draw and 25.6% for Anderlecht. The home assessment remains below half, despite the venue advantage. Over 2.5 goals is marginally preferred at 52.9%, while BTTS is assessed at 56.4%. Neither position signals overwhelming confidence, particularly with several players awaiting fitness decisions. All listed lines have shown no notable movement over the last 24 hours.
Our prediction
- Market
- Both Teams To Score - Yes
- Current odds
- 1.65
- Confidence
- Our estimate
- 65%
- Market estimate
- 56%
- Stake amount
- 100 $ · 1.65
- Potential win
- 65 $
- Status
- pending
