UEFA Champions League 2025/26: Play-Off Betting Predictions

The 2025/26 UEFA Champions League is set to kick off once again after the Group Phase.

Real Madrid, Inter Milan, PSG, Juventus, Atlético Madrid, and Borussia Dortmund are just some of the teams that failed to qualify for the next stage automatically.

With these teams involved immediately, the upcoming Play-Off round is extremely interesting, especially as we think there's a lot of betting value to be had…

UCL 25/26 Play-Off Betting Preview

Let's take a look at what first-leg matches are scheduled for this upcoming Play-Off Round (played over two legs):

• Galatasaray vs Juventus (Wednesday, February 18, at 04:45 AEDT)
• Dortmund vs Atalanta (Wednesday, February 18, at 07:00 AEDT)
• Monaco vs PSG (Wednesday, February 18, at 07:00 AEDT)
• Benfica vs Real Madrid (Wednesday, February 18, at 07:00 AEDT)
• Qarabag FK vs Newcastle (Thursday, February 19, at 04:45 AEDT)
• Olympiacos vs Leverkusen (Thursday, February 19, at 07:00 AEDT)
• Bodo/Glimt vs Inter Milan (Thursday, February 19, at 07:00 AEDT)
• Club Brugge vs Atletico Madrid (Thursday, February 19, at 07:00 AEDT)

UCL Play-Off Betting Predictions

At Sportsbet, we have covered all of the matches with our comprehensive UCL 25/26 betting odds, with the Play-Off round being no different.

Below, we've made our predictions for each game and a value bet. If you're looking to learn more about how to bet on the Champions League, we've got you covered with our comprehensive guide.

• Galatasaray vs Juventus: A draw offers value, as three of Juventus' last four Champions League matches as an away favourite have ended in draws. The Turkish side were strong at home during the Group Phase (W2, D1, L1).
• Dortmund vs Atalanta: Atalanta as underdogs to win; Over 2.5 Goals offers value as both scored and conceded frequently in this year's competition.
• Monaco vs PSG: PSG to win as they have a title to defend with pride; PSG have won three of the last five meetings, despite Monaco winning the most recent. 'No' in the Both Teams to score offers value, as five games over the last ten have finished with at least one team failing to score.
• Benfica vs Real Madrid: 'Benfica And Draw' in Double Chance offers value after Benfica shocked RM in the final group game; Jose Mourinho knows what to do.
• Qarabag FK vs Newcastle: Qarabag and Draw offers value here, as hosts have been strong at home. English sides have struggled going here, including Chelsea (2-2 draw).
• Olympiacos vs Leverkusen: Olympiacos to replicate MW7 after 2-0 win at home. Under 2.5 Goals presents value, as games are tight when played in Greece.
• Bodo/Glimt vs Inter Milan: Inter as likely winners due to strong away record. 'Yes' in BTTS as Bodo have struggled to keep clean sheets.
• Club Brugge vs Atletico Madrid: 'Club Brugge And Draw' offers value, as hosts have been strong at home.

With so many big clubs involved in these knockout ties, the soccer betting markets are packed with opportunities. Whether you're backing favourites or hunting for value on underdogs, these Play-Off fixtures promise plenty of drama.

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