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Paks4Ferencvaros2

HT 2–2Sun 26 Jul 2026, 18:00 Predictions graded

Predictions3–633%

Edges0–40%

PossPossession 39%–61%ShotsShots 17–12On targetOn target 7–5CornersCorners 7–2

Quick Take

Pre-match view

Context last updated 25 Jul 2026, 18:35 · Europe/Bucharest

Ferencvaros are favorites but face fatigue and rotation after a European away win, while Paks are distracted by their own midweek tie.

The best value is on under 2.5 goals and a halftime draw, with Ferencvaros likely to edge a low-scoring affair.

Context

Borbely stated 'some players were showing fatigue' before substitutes helped secure the win.
- Club coverage stressed the July 30 return leg will need the same energy, signaling squad management.
- Naby Keita was unavailable for the Twente trip, indicating existing squad depth issues.
On July 24, Paks' homepage stated 'Paks-Panathinaikos: still nothing is decided' and promoted ticket info.
- The return leg is on July 30, only four days after this league opener.
- Midfielder Balogh Balazs spoke about causing 'surprises at home' before the Panathinaikos tie, showing the European focus.
Ferencvaros won 2-0 at home in April 2026 and 1-0 away in February 2026.
- Ferencvaros conceded only 0.7 goals per game over their last 15 matches.
- Paks scored only 1 goal in their last 2 competitive home matches.
Ferencvaros played at Twente on July 23 and host the return leg on July 30.
- Paks hosted Panathinaikos on July 23 and travel for the return leg on July 30.
- Both clubs have publicly acknowledged the importance of the European ties, making league rotation likely.

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Positive edges · 4

BetBugs probabilities

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Result1 of 3 landed

Signal quality Medium · Uncertainty band Slight lean · Not priced
The read
Ferencvaros' recent H2H dominance and superior defensive record give them the edge, while Paks' distraction from a live European tie reduces their chances.
- Ferencvaros won both 2026 NB I meetings vs Paks without conceding (2-0 home, 1-0 away).
- Ferencvaros averaged 1.9 goals scored and 0.7 conceded over last 15 matches; Paks conceded 1.8 per game.
- Paks are still focused on overturning a 2-1 deficit vs Panathinaikos on July 30, with club media emphasizing the tie is not decided.
- Ferencvaros' new coach Borbely flagged fatigue after the July 23 Twente win, but squad depth should handle rotation.
BetBugs · Match WinnerlostFerencvarosEstimated chance55%
Signal quality High · Uncertainty band Strong lean · Not priced
The read
Ferencvaros' strong H2H record and Paks' poor recent home form, combined with Paks' European distraction, make a Ferencvaros win or draw highly probable.
- Ferencvaros are unbeaten in last 5 H2H meetings (3W, 2D).
- Paks lost 3 of last 5 home matches across all competitions.
- Ferencvaros lost only 2 of last 15 matches overall.
- Paks have a crucial European return leg 4 days later, likely causing rotation or reduced intensity.
BetBugs · Double ChancelostDraw or FerencvarosEstimated chance80%
Signal quality Medium · Uncertainty band Slight lean · Not priced
The read
The pattern of tight first halves in recent Ferencvaros matches and the last H2H meeting, combined with potential rotation, makes a halftime draw the most likely outcome.
- Ferencvaros drew at halftime in 3 of last 5 matches.
- Paks drew at halftime in 1 of last 5 competitive matches, but often trailed in friendlies.
- Last H2H meeting (Feb 2026) was 0-0 at halftime.
- Both teams have European commitments, likely leading to a measured start.
BetBugs · First Half WinnerwonDrawEstimated chance55%
Signal quality Low · Uncertainty band Near coin-flip · Not priced
The read
Ferencvaros' tendency to score later in games and Paks' potential fatigue from a busy schedule give Ferencvaros a slight edge in the second half.
- Ferencvaros scored 60% of their goals in the second half over last 15 matches.
- Paks conceded 1.0 goals per second half on average in last 5 competitive matches.
- Ferencvaros' superior depth may tell as the game progresses and fatigue sets in.
- Paks' focus on the upcoming European tie could lead to late-game lapses.
BetBugs · Second Half Winnernot gradableFerencvarosEstimated chance45%
Signal quality Low · Uncertainty band Near coin-flip · Not priced
The read
The pattern of Ferencvaros drawing at halftime but winning the match, as seen in the last H2H, supports a Draw/Ferencvaros HT/FT outcome.
- Ferencvaros drew at halftime in 3 of last 5 matches but won 4 of those 5.
- Last H2H meeting (Feb 2026) was 0-0 at halftime, Ferencvaros won 1-0.
- Ferencvaros have a strong second-half record, scoring 60% of goals after the break.
- Paks have a history of fading in second halves against top teams.
BetBugs · Ht Ft Doublenot gradableDraw/FerencvarosEstimated chance30%

Goals0 of 4 landed

Signal quality Medium · Uncertainty band Lean · Not priced
The read
Ferencvaros' defensive solidity and the low-scoring trend in recent H2H matches, along with Paks' attacking struggles against top sides, point to a low-scoring game.
- Last 3 H2H league meetings: 2-0, 1-0, 2-2 (two unders).
- Ferencvaros kept clean sheets in both 2026 NB I meetings vs Paks.
- Ferencvaros conceded only 0.7 goals per game over last 15 matches.
- Paks scored only 1 goal in last 2 competitive home matches (vs Panathinaikos and Ferencvaros).
BetBugs · Goals Over/UnderlostUnder 2.5Estimated chance60%
Signal quality Medium · Uncertainty band Strong lean · Not priced
The read
Ferencvaros' strong defensive record and Paks' recent scoring difficulties at home, especially against Ferencvaros, suggest at least one team will fail to score.
- Ferencvaros kept clean sheets in both 2026 NB I meetings vs Paks.
- Ferencvaros conceded only 0.7 goals per game over last 15 matches.
- Paks failed to score in 2 of last 4 competitive home matches.
- Ferencvaros held 5 clean sheets in last 10 matches across all competitions.
BetBugs · Both Teams to ScorelostNoEstimated chance65%
Signal quality Low · Uncertainty band Near coin-flip · Not priced
The read
Ferencvaros' defensive consistency and Paks' attacking struggles, especially with European distraction, give Ferencvaros a decent chance of a clean sheet.
- Ferencvaros kept clean sheets in both 2026 NB I meetings vs Paks.
- Ferencvaros conceded only 0.7 goals per game over last 15 matches.
- Paks scored only 1 goal in last 2 competitive home matches.
- Ferencvaros held 5 clean sheets in last 10 matches across all competitions.
BetBugs · Team to ScorelostPaks not to scoreEstimated chance40%
Signal quality Medium · Uncertainty band Strong lean · Not priced
The read
The low first-half scoring trend in recent H2H matches and the likelihood of a cautious start due to squad rotation and fatigue support a low-scoring first half.
- Ferencvaros averaged 0.9 first-half goals over last 15 matches; Paks averaged 1.6 but mostly in friendlies.
- Last 3 H2H league meetings had 1, 0, and 2 first-half goals (two unders).
- Ferencvaros led at halftime in only 53% of matches; Paks led in 53% but against weaker opponents.
- Both teams may start cautiously due to European fatigue and rotation.
BetBugs · 1st Half GoalslostUnder 1.5 goals in 1st halfEstimated chance65%

Match stats2 of 2 landed

Signal quality Low · Uncertainty band Slight lean · Not priced
The read
The moderate corner averages of both teams and the low total in the last H2H suggest a relatively low corner count.
- Paks averaged 4.6 corners per game over last 15 matches; Ferencvaros averaged 4.7.
- Last H2H meeting (Apr 2026) had 7 corners total.
- Ferencvaros' recent NB I matches averaged 8.8 corners total.
- Both teams may prioritize control over attacking width due to fatigue.
BetBugs · Corners Over/UnderwonUnder 9.5Estimated chance55%
Signal quality Low · Uncertainty band Slight lean · Not priced
The read
The low card averages of both teams and the calm nature of recent H2H meetings point to a low card count.
- Paks averaged 2.4 yellow cards per game over last 15 matches; Ferencvaros averaged 1.7.
- Last H2H meeting (Apr 2026) had 3 yellow cards total.
- Ferencvaros' recent NB I matches averaged 3.2 cards total.
- No major disciplinary issues or rivalry intensity expected.
BetBugs · Cards Over/UnderwonUnder 4.5Estimated chance55%

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Head-to-Head

0W · 2D · 3W

L2-0Ferencvarosi TCvPaksApr 26, 2026NB

L0-1PaksvFerencvarosi TCFeb 1, 2026NB

D2-2Ferencvarosi TCvPaksOct 5, 2025NB

D1-1Ferencvarosi TCvPaksMay 14, 2025MAG

L2-3PaksvFerencvarosi TCMay 10, 2025NB

Ferencvaros unbeaten in 5 meetingsFerencvaros: 2 clean sheets2.8 goals/game avg

League Table

NB I 2026/2027

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GF-GA	Pts	Form
6	Paks	0	0	0	0	0-0	0
9	Ferencvaros	0	0	0	0	0-0	0

Recent Form

Paks

L1-2PanathinaikosJul 23UEF

L1-4Austria ViennaJul 17FRI

W5-3NK Slaven BelupoJul 16FRI

W4-0Hapoel Ramat GanJul 14FRI

L0-3Kozarmisleny FCJul 11FRI

D3-3Maccabi HaifaJul 8FRI

W4-0NK OsijekJul 4FRI

L1-2DundeeJul 2FRI

W4-1KomárnoJun 27FRI

D3-3Szentlőrinc SEJun 24FRI

W10-1KelenJun 20FRI

W3-1Diosgyori VTKMay 16NB

W5-2Debreceni VSCMay 3NB

L0-2Ferencvarosi TCApr 26NB

W1-0Puskas AcademyApr 19NB

Ferencvaros

W2-1TwenteJul 23UEF

W3-0VojvodinaJul 16UEF

W2-1VojvodinaJul 9UEF

W1-0QarabagJul 1FRI

D1-1Sabah FAJun 28FRI

W3-0Zalaegerszegi TEMay 16NB

W5-0UjpestMay 3NB

W2-0PaksApr 26NB

L0-1Gyori ETO FCApr 19NB

W2-1Puskas AcademyApr 14NB

W3-1Diosgyori VTKApr 10NB

W2-0Debreceni VSCApr 5NB

D1-1Kisvarda FCMar 22NB

L0-4SC BragaMar 18UEF

W2-0SC BragaMar 12UEF

Squad & Injuries

Paks

29 available

Attackers10

Midfielders6

Defenders10

Goalkeeper3

Ferencvaros

39 available

Attackers10

Midfielders16

Defenders8

Goalkeeper5

Quick Take

Context

BetBugs edges

Draw

Under 2.5

No

Under 1.5

Draw or Ferencvaros

Result1 of 3 landed

Goals0 of 4 landed

Match stats2 of 2 landed

Markets to Avoid

Ferencvaros -1.0

Head-to-Head

League Table

Recent Form

Paks

Ferencvaros

Squad & Injuries

Paks

Ferencvaros