Ferencvaros vs Ludogorets: UEFA Europa League Pick & Prediction, November 6, 2025
In another continental battle of domestic champions, Ferencvaros host Ludogorets Razgrad in Budapest on Thursday night as both teams chase a spot in the Europa League knockout rounds. The Hungarian title holders remain unbeaten in the league-phase, collecting seven points from three matches to sit seventh in the standings, level with Dinamo Zagreb, Viktoria Plzen, and Freiburg. Meanwhile, the Bulgarian champions have struggled to find their rhythm, sitting 26th with only three points following consecutive defeats to Real Betis and Young Boys.
Head-to-head History (H2H: Ferencvaros vs Ludogorets)
Ferencvaros and Ludogorets Razgrad have developed a familiar European rivalry in recent seasons. The two clubs met as recently as August 2025 in the Champions League third qualifying round, where Ferencváros claimed a 3-0 home victory following a goalless first leg in Razgrad.
Historically, the balance has favored the Hungarians – Ludogorets have won just one of the pair’s six competitive encounters (losing three). Ferencvaros’ most recent triumph in Budapest underlined their attacking superiority and defensive organization, while Ludogorets will look to avoid a repeat of that comprehensive defeat on Thursday.
Ferencvaros: Current Form and Team News
Ferencváros approach Thursday’s Europa League clash in solid overall form, having lost just once in their last 11 matches across all competitions, winning six during that span. That single defeat – a shock 2-1 home loss to Zalaegerszeg on October 26 – briefly halted their momentum but was swiftly followed by a convincing 4-1 victory over city rivals MTK Budapest at the weekend – their first home win since the 3-0 victory over Ludogorets in August.
Before that domestic setback, Robbie Keane’s side had produced one of their most entertaining displays of the season, edging Red Bull Salzburg 3-2 away on October 23 thanks to a quick-fire trio of second-half goals. The Hungarian champions have scored in each of their last 15 matches in all competitions (since the goalless draw in Razgrad this summer), showcasing a potent attack that continues to deliver in both domestic and European action.
Ahead of Thursday’s Europa League round, though, Keane must manage several selection concerns. Switzerland international Stefan Gartenmann, who opened the scoring against MTK, was forced off with a knock and remains doubtful, while Barnabas Nagy and Kristoffer Zachariassen were also substituted late and face late fitness tests. If Gartenmann is unavailable, Gabor Szalai, who replaced him and scored the second goal on Saturday, is expected to deputize.
Captain Denes Dibusz will retain his spot in goal, with Toon Raemaekers and Ibrahim Cissé set to anchor the backline. In midfield, summer signings Gabi Kanichowsky and Bence Otvos could again play key roles if Alex Toth fails to recover in time.
Ludogorets: Current Form and Team News
It’s been a turbulent period for Ludogorets Razgrad, who are still searching for stability after Rui Mota’s dismissal. Caretaker Todor Zhivondov has since overseen a hard-fought 3-2 Bulgarian Cup win over Second League side Chernomorets Burgas and a goalless draw at Cherno More last weekend, but the reigning champions remain a shadow of their former selves.
Consequently, Ludogorets’ domestic hegemony is under serious threat – they now sit third in the First League table, 11 points behind leaders Levski Sofia, putting their 14-year title streak in jeopardy. Their defensive inconsistencies were also evident in Europe, having conceded 10 goals in their last four matches across all competitions, including a 5-4 defeat at CSKA 1948 last Monday (Mota’s last game in charge).
To make matters worse, the Eagles will fly to Hungary without key winger Bernard Tekpetey, who suffered an injury on Sunday. He joins Georgi Terziev, Edvin Kurtulus, Aguibou Camara, and Kwadwo Duah on the sidelines, leaving Zhivondov short of attacking depth.
That likely means Yves Erick Bile will spearhead the attack for Ludogorets, supported by Caio Vidal and Erick Marcus on the flanks, while Filip Kaloc is expected to operate in a more advanced midfield role.
At the back, Son, Olivier Verdon, Dinis Almeida, and skipper Anton Nedyalkov should form the defensive line in front of goalkeeper Hendrik Bonmann, who has retained his place ahead of Sergio Padt in the Europa League games.
Possible Starting Lineups of Ferencvaros and Ludogorets Razgrad
Ferencvaros: Denes Dibusz – Gabor Szalai, Toon Raemaekers, Ibrahim Cisse – Cebrail Makreckis, Kristoffer Zachariassen, Bence Otvos, Gabi Kanichowsky, Cadu – Barnabas Varga, Yusuf Bamidele. (3-5-2)
Ludogorets Razgrad: Hendrik Bonmann – Son, Olivier Verdon, Dinis Almeida, Anton Nedyalkov – Ivan Yordanov, Deroy Duarte – Erick Marcus, Filip Kaloc, Caio Vidal – Yves Erick Bile. (4-2-3-1)
Ferencvaros vs Ludogorets Betting Odds and Prediction
According to the latest betting odds from EveryGame, Ferencváros are -143 favorites to claim another win over Ludogorets Razgrad, while the Bulgarian champions are priced at +375 to leave the Hungarian capital with three points. A draw sits at +300.
Despite Ferencvaros’ recent struggles at home – a poor run they have only just managed to end – Ludogorets find themselves in a full-blown crisis, battling problems in form, leadership, and selection concerns. In contrast, the Hungarian champions look well-positioned to claim another three points. Robbie Keane’s men have already demonstrated their superiority over the Bulgarian side in this season’s Champions League qualifiers, and a similar outcome could easily unfold in Budapest on Thursday night.