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Season Report & Analysis

Europa League 2025/2026

Comprehensive statistical analysis and comparison of the season data, including team performance metrics, player statistics, competitive insights, league comparisons, and detailed data analysis.

Competition Summary

The Europa League 2025/2026 season has been a showcase of elite football, featuring 36 teams competing across 108 matches played so far. With 290 total goals scored across the season, the competition averages 2.69 goals per game, making it one of the most exciting and high-scoring competitions in world football, where attacking play and goal-scoring prowess are consistently on display.

The Europa League stands as one of the premier international football competitions in the world, with teams averaging 8.1 goals and earning 1.42 points per game, reflecting the intense competitive nature that characterizes this elite tournament.

The competitive balance score of 4.5 reveals a tightly contested competition where most teams are clustered around the average points total. This statistical measure—calculated as the standard deviation of points—shows that while there may be significant gaps between the very top and bottom teams, the majority of teams are closely bunched together in the middle of the table. Such a low score indicates that multiple teams remain in contention for top positions, and the competitive landscape is compressed, making every match crucial and the title race unpredictable until the final stages.

This makes the Europa League one of the most unpredictable and exciting competitions in European and international football, where every match matters and the quality of play consistently reaches the highest levels.

League Rankings

Comparison with 6 other major leagues

Goals per Game5th/7
Avg: 2.87-6.2% vs avg
2.69
Average Points per Team6th/7
Avg: 22.7-62.5% vs avg
8.5
Average Player Age2nd/7
Avg: 24.81.2% vs avg
25.1
Shots per Game2nd/7
Avg: 2.15+47.4% vs avg
3.17
Shots on Target per Game1st/7
Avg: 0.67+72.0% vs avg
1.16
Corners per Game1st/7
Avg: 0.79+36.7% vs avg
1.08
Fouls per Game1st/7
Avg: 2.03+45.0% vs avg
2.94
Tackles per Game1st/7
Avg: 2.55+51.6% vs avg
3.87
Competitive Balance2nd/7
Avg: 8.5+-47.0% vs avg
4.5
Total Goals7th/7
Avg: 468-38.1% vs avg
290
Home Advantage5th/7
Avg: 40.2%-0.9% vs avg
39.8%
Cards per Game7th/7
Avg: 0.3142.6% vs avg
0.44
Pass Accuracy5th/7
Avg: 83.8%+0.1% vs avg
83.8%
Saves per Game1st/7
Avg: 0.46+84.8% vs avg
0.85
Foreign Players1st/7
Avg: 62.3%+43.4% vs avg
89.3%

Top Leagues by Goals per Game

Highest average goals scored

1.Champions League logoChampions League
3.38
2.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
3.26
3.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
2.84
4.Premier League logoPremier League
2.80
5.Europa League logoEuropa League
2.69
6.La Liga logoLa Liga
2.57
7.Serie A logoSerie A
2.35

Most Competitive Leagues

Smallest competitive balance score

1.Champions League logoChampions League
3.9
2.Europa League logoEuropa League
4.5
3.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
8.3
4.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
8.9
5.Serie A logoSerie A
9.8
6.Premier League logoPremier League
9.9
7.La Liga logoLa Liga
10.1

Most Balanced Leagues

Smallest gap between best attack & defense

1.Europa League logoEuropa League
11 (13-2)
2.Champions League logoChampions League
18 (19-1)
3.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
24 (37-13)
4.Serie A logoSerie A
31 (43-12)
5.Premier League logoPremier League
31 (45-14)
6.La Liga logoLa Liga
36 (53-17)
7.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
51 (63-12)

Top Leagues by Shots per Game

Highest average shots taken

1.Champions League logoChampions League
3.21
2.Europa League logoEuropa League
3.17
3.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
2.17
4.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
1.91
5.Serie A logoSerie A
1.60
6.Premier League logoPremier League
1.51
7.La Liga logoLa Liga
1.48

Top Leagues by Shots on Target per Game

Highest average shots on target

1.Europa League logoEuropa League
1.16
2.Champions League logoChampions League
0.93
3.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
0.74
4.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
0.52
5.La Liga logoLa Liga
0.48
6.Serie A logoSerie A
0.46
7.Premier League logoPremier League
0.43

Top Leagues by Pass Accuracy

Highest pass completion rate

1.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
84.4%
2.Champions League logoChampions League
84.1%
3.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
84.1%
4.La Liga logoLa Liga
83.9%
5.Europa League logoEuropa League
83.8%
6.Serie A logoSerie A
83.4%
7.Premier League logoPremier League
82.6%

Top Leagues by Tackles per Game

Highest average tackles

1.Europa League logoEuropa League
3.87
2.Champions League logoChampions League
3.62
3.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
2.58
4.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
2.10
5.La Liga logoLa Liga
2.02
6.Serie A logoSerie A
1.90
7.Premier League logoPremier League
1.78

Top Leagues by Saves per Game

Highest average saves

1.Europa League logoEuropa League
0.85
2.Champions League logoChampions League
0.67
3.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
0.42
4.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
0.35
5.Serie A logoSerie A
0.32
6.La Liga logoLa Liga
0.32
7.Premier League logoPremier League
0.29

Top Leagues by Foreign Players

Highest percentage of foreign players

1.Europa League logoEuropa League
89.3%
2.Champions League logoChampions League
79.5%
3.Serie A logoSerie A
62.9%
4.Premier League logoPremier League
61.2%
5.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
54.0%
6.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
52.4%
7.La Liga logoLa Liga
36.7%

Most Disciplined Leagues

Lowest cards per game

1.Premier League logoPremier League
0.19 per game
2.La Liga logoLa Liga
0.22 per game
3.Serie A logoSerie A
0.26 per game
4.Ligue 1 logoLigue 1
0.33 per game
5.Champions League logoChampions League
0.35 per game
6.Bundesliga logoBundesliga
0.37 per game
7.Europa League logoEuropa League
0.44 per game

Comprehensive League Analysis

The Europa League demonstrates moderate attacking quality, ranking 5th out of 7 major European leagues in goals per game. With 2.69 goals per match, the competition falls the average of 2.87 by 0.18 goals per game. This suggests the league's more defensive tactical approachcompared to other top-tier competitions.

Competitive balance analysis reveals the Europa League ranks 2nd with a competitive balance score of 4.5. This lower score indicates superior competitive balance compared to the average of 8.5. The league demonstrates that multiple teams can compete for top positions, which enhances the overall competitiveness and unpredictability of results throughout the season.

Team performance metrics show an average of 8.5 points per team, 14.2 below the league average of 22.7, ranking 6th overall. The league's win rate of 42.1% exceeds the average of 37.8%, ranking 1st among the compared leagues. This indicates a higher frequency of decisive results, with 15.7% of matches ending in draws, reflecting the tactical nature and competitive intensity of the competition.

Goal-scoring statistics reveal the Europa League has produced 290 total goals across 108 matches, 178.167 fewer than the average of 468. The most prolific attacking team has scored 13 goals, compared to the average top scorer total of 43. Defensively, the best-performing team has conceded only 2 goals, demonstrating exceptional defensive organizationcompared to the average of 12 goals conceded by the best defensive teams in other leagues.

Attacking metrics reveal the Europa League generates 3.17 shots per game, with 1.16 shots on target per game, demonstrating the league's attacking intensity and goal-scoring opportunities. The pass accuracy of 83.8% reflects the technical quality and playing style of teams in the competition.

Defensive metrics show the Europa League averages 3.87 tackles per game, with goalkeepers making 0.85 saves per game, indicating the league's defensive intensity and goalkeeping standards. Discipline metrics show the league averages 0.44 cards per game, reflecting the competitive nature and refereeing standards of the competition.

Squad composition analysis reveals international diversity in the Europa League with 89.3% foreign players, showcasing the global appeal and international talent pool that enriches the competition. The average player age of 25.1 yearsreflects the balance between experienced veterans and emerging young talent in the league.

Overall, the Europa League presents a competitive and balanced profile among Europe's top football leagues. The combination of 2.69 goals per game, a competitive balance score of 4.5, and 36 teams competing across 108 matches creates a distinctivecompetition that offers unique tactical challengeswhile maintaining strong competitive balancethroughout the season. These metrics position the league as a significant contributor for football fans seeking competitive football and tactical diversity.

#1Olympique Lyonnais logo

Olympique Lyonnais

15 pts5W0D1LGD: +10
Excellent formWWLWW

Performance

Points Per Game2.50
Win Rate83.3%

Goals

For13 (2.17/game)
Against3 (0.50/game)

Home/Away

Home PPG3.00
Away PPG2.00

Summary

Olympique Lyonnais is currently leading the title race with 15 points from 6 matches. Averaging 2.50 points per game, they're setting the pace at the top of the table. Scoring 2.17 goals per game while conceding 0.50, their +10 goal difference shows solid balance. Their recent form of W-W-L-W-W (excellent form) suggests they are maintaining their strong position.

#2FC Midtjylland logo

FC Midtjylland

15 pts5W0D1LGD: +8
Excellent formWWWLW

Performance

Points Per Game2.50
Win Rate83.3%

Goals

For13 (2.17/game)
Against5 (0.83/game)

Home/Away

Home PPG3.00
Away PPG2.00

Summary

FC Midtjylland sits 2nd with 15 points from 6 matches. Scoring 2.17 goals per game while conceding 0.83, their +8 goal difference shows solid balance. Their recent form of W-W-W-L-W (excellent form) suggests they are maintaining their strong position.

#3Aston Villa logo

Aston Villa

15 pts5W0D1LGD: +6
Excellent formWLWWW

Performance

Points Per Game2.50
Win Rate83.3%

Goals

For10 (1.67/game)
Against4 (0.67/game)

Home/Away

Home PPG3.00
Away PPG2.00

Summary

Aston Villa sits 3rd with 15 points from 6 matches. Scoring 1.67 goals per game while conceding 0.67, their +6 goal difference shows solid balance. Their recent form of W-L-W-W-W (excellent form) suggests they are maintaining their strong position.

#34Malmö FF logo

Malmö FF

Bottom 3
1 pts0W1D5LGD: -9
Poor formLDLLL

Performance

Points Per Game0.17
Win Rate0.0%

Goals

For3 (0.50/game)
Against12 (2.00/game)

Home/Away

Home PPG0.33
Away PPG0.00

Summary

Malmö FF sits 34th with 1 points from 6 matches. Scoring 0.50 goals per game while conceding 2.00, their -9 goal difference highlights some defensive issues. Their recent form of L-D-L-L-L (poor form) raises concerns about their current trajectory.

#35Maccabi Tel Aviv logo

Maccabi Tel Aviv

Bottom 3
1 pts0W1D5LGD: -16
Poor formLLLLL

Performance

Points Per Game0.17
Win Rate0.0%

Goals

For2 (0.33/game)
Against18 (3.00/game)

Home/Away

Home PPG0.00
Away PPG0.33

Summary

Maccabi Tel Aviv sits 35th with 1 points from 6 matches. Scoring 0.33 goals per game while conceding 3.00, their -16 goal difference reveals significant defensive vulnerabilities. Their recent form of L-L-L-L-L (poor form) raises concerns about their current trajectory.

#36Nice logo

Nice

Bottom 3
0 pts0W0D6LGD: -9
Poor formLLLLL

Performance

Points Per Game0.00
Win Rate0.0%

Goals

For4 (0.67/game)
Against13 (2.17/game)

Home/Away

Home PPG0.00
Away PPG0.00

Summary

Nice sits 36th with 0 points from 6 matches. Scoring 0.67 goals per game while conceding 2.17, their -9 goal difference highlights some defensive issues. Their recent form of L-L-L-L-L (poor form) raises concerns about their current trajectory.

Omari Hutchinson 
Omari Hutchinson 
Aug 16, 2025
€43,400,000
Ipswich TownIpswich Town
Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest
Dan Ndoye
Dan Ndoye
Jul 31, 2025
€42,000,000
BolognaBologna
Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest
Dilane Bakwa 
Dilane Bakwa 
Sep 01, 2025
€35,000,000
StrasbourgStrasbourg
Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest
Arnaud Kalimuendo
Arnaud Kalimuendo
Aug 18, 2025
€30,000,000
RennesRennes
Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest
Evann Guessand
Evann Guessand
Aug 08, 2025
€30,000,000
NiceNice
Aston VillaAston Villa
James McAtee
James McAtee
Aug 16, 2025
€25,500,000
Manchester CityManchester City
Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest
Wesley
Wesley
Jul 28, 2025
€25,000,000
FlamengoFlamengo
RomaRoma
Neil El Aynaoui
Neil El Aynaoui
Jul 20, 2025
€23,500,000
LensLens
RomaRoma
Kerem Aktürkoğlu
Kerem Aktürkoğlu
Sep 01, 2025
€22,500,000
BenficaBenfica
FenerbahçeFenerbahçe
Antony
Antony
Sep 01, 2025
€22,000,000
Manchester UnitedManchester United
Real BetisReal Betis
Victor Froholdt
Victor Froholdt
Jul 23, 2025
€20,000,000
FC KøbenhavnFC København
PortoPorto
Dorgeles Nene
Dorgeles Nene
Aug 19, 2025
€18,000,000
SalzburgSalzburg
FenerbahçeFenerbahçe
Jonathan Rowe
Jonathan Rowe
Aug 24, 2025
€17,000,000
Olympique MarseilleOlympique Marseille
BolognaBologna
Badredine Bouanani
Badredine Bouanani
Aug 31, 2025
€15,000,000
NiceNice
VfB StuttgartVfB Stuttgart
Alberto Costa
Alberto Costa
Jul 24, 2025
€15,000,000
JuventusJuventus
PortoPorto
Borja Sainz
Borja Sainz
Jul 13, 2025
€13,500,000
Norwich CityNorwich City
PortoPorto
Nicolò Savona
Nicolò Savona
Aug 30, 2025
€13,000,000
JuventusJuventus
Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest
Tiago Tomás 
Tiago Tomás 
Aug 16, 2025
€13,000,000
VfL WolfsburgVfL Wolfsburg
VfB StuttgartVfB Stuttgart
Nelson Deossa
Nelson Deossa
Aug 04, 2025
€13,000,000
MonterreyMonterrey
Real BetisReal Betis
Luca Meirelles
Luca Meirelles
Aug 28, 2025
€12,000,000
SantosSantos
Shakhtar DonetskShakhtar Donetsk

Summary

Europa League clubs completed 20 inbound and 20 outbound deals this season, spending about €448,400,000 and recouping €699,550,000. The net balance of €251,150,000 positions the league as a net exporter—currently selling more value than it buys (effectively a talent exporter in this window).

Headline moves include Omari Hutchinson  from Ipswich Town to Nottingham Forest for €43,400,000 and Nick Woltemade from VfB Stuttgart to Newcastle United for €75,000,000, highlighting the most impactful shifts in squad quality and valuation. These deals drive SEO interest around transfer fees, player moves, and club strategy.

Overall, the transfer flow underlines how Europa League positions itself competitively—either reinforcing rosters with fresh talent or monetizing assets while promoting academy graduates. This balance of spending vs. sales informs scouts, analysts, and fans tracking squad evolution, wage efficiency, and long-term team-building narratives.

LeagueInboundOutboundSpentRecoupedNet
Europa League
419631€907,446,000€1,281,687,000+€374,241,000
Serie A
59105€169,850,000€73,200,000-€96,650,000
Premier League
57119€1,181,750,000€729,400,000-€452,350,000
La Liga
5969€171,550,000€174,000,000+€2,450,000
Bundesliga
4248€209,800,000€211,250,000+€1,450,000
Ligue 1
58102€168,500,000€401,162,000+€232,662,000
Europa League
Activity (in/out)1050
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€2,189,133,000
Net+€374,241,000
Serie A
Activity (in/out)164
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€243,050,000
Net-€96,650,000
Premier League
Activity (in/out)176
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€1,911,150,000
Net-€452,350,000
La Liga
Activity (in/out)128
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€345,550,000
Net+€2,450,000
Bundesliga
Activity (in/out)90
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€421,050,000
Net+€1,450,000
Ligue 1
Activity (in/out)160
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€569,662,000
Net+€232,662,000
Biggest Fees (All Leagues)
Alexander Isak
Alexander IsakNewcastle UnitedLiverpool
€145,000,000
Nick Woltemade
Nick WoltemadeVfB StuttgartNewcastle United
€75,000,000
Eberechi Eze
Eberechi EzeCrystal PalaceArsenal
€69,300,000
Xavi Simons
Xavi SimonsRB LeipzigTottenham Hotspur
€65,000,000
Anthony Elanga
Anthony ElangaNottingham ForestNewcastle United
€61,400,000
Yoane Wissa
Yoane WissaBrentfordNewcastle United
€57,700,000
Summary

The most aggressive spender is Premier League (€1,181,750,000 outlay), while Europa League leads receipts at €1,281,687,000. Net leaders are topped by Europa League (+€374,241,000), with the largest deficit at Premier League (-€452,350,000). Activity bars flag recruitment volume; money-flow bars reveal gross spend plus recouped fees, surfacing the most liquid leagues. Biggest-fee deals spotlight premium valuations (Alexander Isak for €145,000,000), guiding scouts to headline movers and hinting where quieter value may remain.

Projected Final Standings (Weighted Model)

Projections use a weighted model combining current PPG (30%), recent form (30%), team rating (12%), schedule strength (10%), home/away balance (10%), and momentum (8%).

TeamCurrentProjectedMomentumPoints ChangePosition Change
Olympique LyonnaisOlympique Lyonnais
#115 pts
#1196 pts
-0.1Stable
+181(64 matches left)No change
FC MidtjyllandFC Midtjylland
#215 pts
#2184 pts
-0.1Stable
+169(64 matches left)No change
Aston VillaAston Villa
#315 pts
#3180 pts
-0.1Stable
+165(64 matches left)No change
Real BetisReal Betis
#414 pts
#4173 pts
+0.27Stable
+159(64 matches left)No change
FerencvárosiFerencvárosi
#614 pts
#5171 pts
+0.27Stable
+157(64 matches left)↑ +1
SC FreiburgSC Freiburg
#514 pts
#6164 pts
-0.13Stable
+150(64 matches left)↓ 1
Sporting BragaSporting Braga
#713 pts
#7150 pts
-0.17Stable
+137(64 matches left)No change
PortoPorto
#813 pts
#8150 pts
-0.17Stable
+137(64 matches left)No change
VfB StuttgartVfB Stuttgart
#912 pts
#9137 pts
-0.2Stable
+125(64 matches left)No change
RomaRoma
#1012 pts
#10137 pts
-0.2Stable
+125(64 matches left)No change
FenerbahçeFenerbahçe
#1211 pts
#11136 pts
+0.37Rising
+125(64 matches left)↑ +1
BolognaBologna
#1311 pts
#12136 pts
+0.37Rising
+125(64 matches left)↑ +1
Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest
#1111 pts
#13132 pts
+0.17Stable
+121(64 matches left)↓ 2
Viktoria PlzeňViktoria Plzeň
#1410 pts
#14120 pts
+0.13Stable
+110(64 matches left)No change
Crvena ZvezdaCrvena Zvezda
#1710 pts
#15119 pts
+0.13Stable
+109(64 matches left)↑ +2
PanathinaikosPanathinaikos
#1510 pts
#16111 pts
-0.27Stable
+101(64 matches left)↓ 1
GenkGenk
#1610 pts
#17111 pts
-0.27Stable
+101(64 matches left)↓ 1
Celta de VigoCelta de Vigo
#199 pts
#18111 pts
+0.3Rising
+102(64 matches left)↑ +1
Young BoysYoung Boys
#219 pts
#19111 pts
+0.3Rising
+102(64 matches left)↑ +2
PAOKPAOK
#189 pts
#20107 pts
+0.1Stable
+98(64 matches left)↓ 2
LOSC LilleLOSC Lille
#209 pts
#2199 pts
-0.3Declining
+90(64 matches left)↓ 1
BrannBrann
#228 pts
#2299 pts
+0.27Stable
+91(64 matches left)No change
CelticCeltic
#247 pts
#2382 pts
+0.03Stable
+75(64 matches left)↑ +1
LudogoretsLudogorets
#237 pts
#2474 pts
-0.37Declining
+67(64 matches left)↓ 1
Dinamo ZagrebDinamo Zagreb
#257 pts
#2574 pts
-0.37Declining
+67(64 matches left)No change
BaselBasel
#266 pts
#2674 pts
+0.2Stable
+68(64 matches left)No change
Go Ahead EaglesGo Ahead Eagles
#286 pts
#2774 pts
+0.2Stable
+68(64 matches left)↑ +1
FCSBFCSB
#276 pts
#2862 pts
-0.4Declining
+56(64 matches left)↓ 1
Sturm GrazSturm Graz
#294 pts
#2949 pts
+0.13Stable
+45(64 matches left)No change
FeyenoordFeyenoord
#303 pts
#3037 pts
+0.1Stable
+34(64 matches left)No change
SalzburgSalzburg
#313 pts
#3137 pts
+0.1Stable
+34(64 matches left)No change
FC UtrechtFC Utrecht
#321 pts
#3212 pts
+0.03Stable
+11(64 matches left)No change
RangersRangers
#331 pts
#3312 pts
+0.03Stable
+11(64 matches left)No change
Malmö FFMalmö FF
#341 pts
#3412 pts
+0.03Stable
+11(64 matches left)No change
Maccabi Tel AvivMaccabi Tel Aviv
#351 pts
#359 pts
-0.17Stable
+8(64 matches left)No change
NiceNice
#360 pts
#360 pts
0Stable
(64 matches left)No change

Top 6 Teams - Projection Comparison

Comparing season-average PPG projection vs recent form projection. Teams where form projection differs significantly from PPG projection are showing improved or declining form.

Projection Analysis

The biggest projected risers are Crvena Zvezda (↑2), Young Boys (↑2, Rising), Ferencvárosi (↑1).

Teams showing declining momentum include LOSC Lille (↓1, Declining), Ludogorets (↓1, Declining), FCSB (↓1, Declining). LOSC Lille is projected to fall 1 positions from #20 to #21, with momentum of -0.30 PPG below their season average.

Olympique Lyonnais is projected to make the biggest point gain, adding +181 points to finish on 196 points. With 64 matches remaining, this projection reflects their current trajectory and remaining fixture difficulty.

Nottingham Forest faces a projected drop of 2 positions, from #11 to #13.

These projections use a weighted model combining current PPG (30%), recent form (30%), team rating (12%), schedule strength (10%), home/away balance (10%), and momentum (8%). While they provide valuable insights, football remains unpredictable, and teams can dramatically change their trajectory based on key signings, tactical adjustments, or changes in form.

Best Attack
Olympique Lyonnais logoOlympique Lyonnais
2.17goals/game
Best Defense
Viktoria Plzeň logoViktoria Plzeň
0.33conceded/game
Best Points Rate
Olympique Lyonnais logoOlympique Lyonnais
2.50PPG
Most Wins
Olympique Lyonnais logoOlympique Lyonnais
5.00wins
Best Goal Difference
Olympique Lyonnais logoOlympique Lyonnais
+10GD
Best Home Record
Olympique Lyonnais logoOlympique Lyonnais
3.00home PPG
Best Away Record
Roma logoRoma
3.00away PPG
Most Goals Scored
Olympique Lyonnais logoOlympique Lyonnais
13.00goals
Fewest Goals Conceded
Viktoria Plzeň logoViktoria Plzeň
2.00goals
Best Win Rate
Olympique Lyonnais logoOlympique Lyonnais
83.33%
TeamPPGGF/90GA/90Home PtsAway PtsGDW-D-L
#1Olympique Lyonnais
2.502.170.5096+105-0-1
#2FC Midtjylland
2.502.170.8396+85-0-1
#3Aston Villa
2.501.670.6796+65-0-1
Real Betis
2.331.830.6777+74-2-0
SC Freiburg
2.331.500.5095+64-2-0
Ferencvárosi
2.331.831.0077+54-2-0
Sporting Braga
2.171.670.8367+54-1-1
Porto
2.171.500.8394+44-1-1
VfB Stuttgart
2.002.000.8393+74-0-2
Roma
2.001.670.8339+54-0-2
Nottingham Forest
1.831.831.0065+53-2-1
Fenerbahçe
1.831.500.8374+43-2-1
Bologna
1.831.500.8356+43-2-1
Viktoria Plzeň
1.671.000.3355+42-4-0
Panathinaikos
1.671.501.1746+23-1-2

Analysis

Olympique Lyonnais leads the Europa League with 2.50 points per game, while Olympique Lyonnais shows the most prolific attacking play with 2.17 goals per game. Defensive solidity is demonstrated by Viktoria Plzeň, conceding 0.33 goals per game.

Olympique Lyonnais has recorded the most victories with 5 wins, while Olympique Lyonnais boasts the best goal difference at +10. Home form is led by Olympique Lyonnais with 3.00 home PPG, while Roma excels on the road with 3.00 away PPG.

Points per game (PPG) indicates overall team quality, while goals for per 90 minutes (GF/90) and goals against per 90 minutes (GA/90) reveal attacking and defensive capabilities respectively. Home and away point splits show which teams perform better in different environments, while goal difference (GD) provides a quick indicator of team dominance.

Home Advantage

+39.8%

Strong home advantage

Average Points

5.0Home
3.6Away

Home vs Away Points

Performance Summary

Home advantage in the Europa League is 39.8%, indicating that teams significantly benefit from playing in front of their home supporters. Teams average 5.0 points at home compared to 3.6 points away.

The league leader, Olympique Lyonnais, has accumulated 9 points at home and 6 points away.

VfB Stuttgart demonstrates the most significant home advantage, earning 6 more points at home (9) than away (3), highlighting their reliance on home support and familiar surroundings.

Roma shows the most significant away form advantage, with 9 away points compared to 3 home points — a difference of 6 points. This counter-intuitive pattern suggests they thrive under the pressure of away fixtures or struggle with home expectations.

Real Betis shows remarkable consistency, with the most balanced home-away record — 7 home points and 7 away points — demonstrating their ability to perform consistently regardless of venue.

Low-Scoring Matches

1817.8%

0-1 goals

Average Matches

5655.4%

2-3 goals

High-Scoring Matches

2726.7%

4+ goals

Average Goals

2.78per match

2.69 overall

Goals per Match Distribution

Distribution by Percentage

0-1 goals
18 matches (17.8%)
2-3 goals
56 matches (55.4%)
4-5 goals
22 matches (21.8%)
6+ goals
5 matches (5.0%)

Summary

Across 101 completed matches in the Europa League, the league averages 2.78 goals per match. The most frequent outcome is 2-3 goals, representing 56 matches (55.4% of all fixtures), indicating a balanced competition where both attacking play and defensive organization are rewarded.

Low-scoring encounters (0-1 goals) make up 17.8% of matches (18 matches), highlighting the importance of defensive discipline and tactical awareness. Meanwhile, high-scoring thrillers (4+ goals) have occurred 27 times (26.7% of all matches), demonstrating the attacking quality and entertainment value present throughout the season.

With an average of 2.69 goals per game, the Europa League ranks among the most exciting leagues, where attacking football is consistently rewarded. The distribution shows that 55.4% of matches produce 2-3 goals, while the league maintains a healthy balance between defensive solidity and offensive creativity.

Yellow Cards

430.40 per match

Red Cards

40.04 per match

Yellow-Red Cards

10.01 per match2nd yellow dismissals

Total Cards

480.44 per match

Total Fouls

3172.94 per match

Cards per Foul

0.151High frequency

Cards Distribution

Penalty Conversion

Conversion Rate: 63.0%

Disciplinary Events Overview

Disciplinary Analysis

The Europa League has demonstrated a relatively disciplined style of play throughout the season. The league has seen 48 total cards issued across 108 matches, with 43 yellow cards and 4 red cards. This translates to an average of 0.44 cards per match, demonstrating relatively disciplined conduct throughout the competition.

Yellow card distribution shows that 89.6% of all disciplinary actions were cautions, averaging 0.40 yellow cards per match. Red cards accounted for 8.3% of total disciplinary actions, with an average of 0.04 red cards per match. The league recorded 317 total fouls, averaging 2.94 fouls per match, which provides context for the disciplinary patterns observed.

Penalty statistics reveal 29 penalties successfully converted from 46 attempts, resulting in a 63.0% conversion rate. This strong conversion rate demonstrates the quality of penalty takers and goalkeeping standards in the Europa League.

Overall, the disciplinary record of the Europa League reflects a disciplined approach to match officiating and player conduct. The balance between competitive intensity and disciplinary control shapes the tactical landscape of the league, influencing how teams approach matches and manage player behavior throughout the season.

Best Attack Efficiency

Olympique Lyonnais

2.17 goals per game

Best Defense Efficiency

Viktoria Plzeň

0.33 conceded per game

Best Points Efficiency

Olympique Lyonnais

2.50 points per game

Team Efficiency Comparison

Efficiency Analysis

Team efficiency metrics reveal how effectively teams convert opportunities into results in the Europa League. Olympique Lyonnais leads in attack efficiency with 2.17 goals per game, while Viktoria Plzeň demonstrates the best defensive efficiency, conceding just 0.33 goals per game.

The most efficient teams combine strong attacking output with defensive discipline. Olympique Lyonnais leads in points efficiency with 2.50 points per game, demonstrating the optimal balance between scoring goals and preventing them. Teams that maintain high efficiency rates throughout the season consistently challenge for top positions and maximize their potential.

Efficiency metrics provide deeper insights than simple win-loss records, revealing which teams are getting the most out of their opportunities. In the Europa League, teams that can maintain high efficiency rates across both attack and defense are best positioned for sustained success and achieving their season objectives.

Summary

Rodrigo Zalazar Martínez leads the Europa League scoring charts with 6 goals, demonstrating exceptional finishing ability and consistency throughout the season. Souffian Elkarouani has provided the most assists with 6, highlighting the creative talent in the league. The competition features a diverse range of attacking players, with the top 10 scorers contributing significantly to their teams' success.

These players represent the elite talent in Europe's premier football competition, showcasing world-class skills across scoring, creativity, defensive work, and goalkeeping. The per-90 statistics provide fair comparisons across players with varying playing time, highlighting those who make the most impact when on the pitch.

Summary

This ranking compares the top performers from each major European league, showing how the best players from Europa League stack up against the elite talent from other competitions. The rankings are sorted by total goals, assists, and average rating, providing a clear view of where each league's top talent ranks on the continental stage.

In the goal-scoring category, Europa League's top scorer Rodrigo Zalazar Martínez ranks 7th out of 7 leagues with 6 goals, showing competitive scoring output compared to other top competitions.

For assists, Europa League's top playmaker Souffian Elkarouani ranks 4th out of 7 leagues with 6 assists, demonstrating solid playmaking quality.

In player ratings, Europa League's highest-rated player Anderson Souza Conceição leads all European leagues with a 8.2 rating, representing the pinnacle of individual performance across the continent.

Upcoming fixtures with compelling storylines based on standings, form, and what's at stake.

Position BattleThu, Jan 22, 5:45 PM
Feyenoord
Feyenoord#30
0 pts in last 3 • 3 pts total
LLL
Form
vs
Sturm Graz
Sturm Graz#29
1 pts in last 3 • 4 pts total
DLL
Form
Position battle: 1 positions apart
Both teams desperate for points
Position BattleThu, Jan 22, 5:45 PM
Viktoria Plzeň
Viktoria Plzeň#14
3 pts in last 3 • 10 pts total
DDD
Form
vs
Porto
Porto#8
7 pts in last 3 • 13 pts total
DWW
Form
Only 3 points separating them
Position BattleThu, Jan 22, 8:00 PM
Roma
Roma#10
9 pts in last 3 • 12 pts total
WWW
Form
vs
VfB Stuttgart
VfB Stuttgart#9
9 pts in last 3 • 12 pts total
WWW
Form
Position battle: 1 positions apart
Both teams in excellent form
Position BattleThu, Jan 22, 8:00 PM
Dinamo Zagreb
Dinamo Zagreb#25
0 pts in last 3 • 7 pts total
LLL
Form
vs
FCSB
FCSB#27
3 pts in last 3 • 6 pts total
LLW
Form
Position battle: 2 positions apart
Only 1 points separating them
Position BattleThu, Jan 22, 8:00 PM
Celta de Vigo
Celta de Vigo#19
3 pts in last 3 • 9 pts total
WLL
Form
vs
LOSC Lille
LOSC Lille#20
3 pts in last 3 • 9 pts total
LWL
Form
Position battle: 1 positions apart
Only 0 points separating them
Position BattleThu, Jan 22, 8:00 PM
Sporting Braga
Sporting Braga#7
4 pts in last 3 • 13 pts total
LDW
Form
vs
Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest#11
7 pts in last 3 • 11 pts total
DWW
Form
Position battle: 4 positions apart
Only 2 points separating them
Position BattleThu, Jan 22, 8:00 PM
Salzburg
Salzburg#31
3 pts in last 3 • 3 pts total
WLL
Form
vs
Basel
Basel#26
3 pts in last 3 • 6 pts total
WLL
Form
Position battle: 5 positions apart
Only 3 points separating them
Position BattleThu, Jan 22, 8:00 PM
Ferencvárosi
Ferencvárosi#6
7 pts in last 3 • 14 pts total
WDW
Form
vs
Panathinaikos
Panathinaikos#15
7 pts in last 3 • 10 pts total
WWD
Form
Both teams in excellent form

Summary

A position battle sees Feyenoord (30th, 3 pts) host Sturm Graz (29th, 4 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 1 position and 1 point separating them, this match could prove pivotal for both teams' season objectives.

A position battle sees Viktoria Plzeň (14th, 10 pts) host Porto (8th, 13 pts) in a competitive fixture. Porto arrives in good form, having picked up 7 points in their last 3 matches, while Viktoria Plzeň will need to improve on their recent results.

A position battle sees Roma (10th, 12 pts) host VfB Stuttgart (9th, 12 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 1 position and 0 points separating them, this match could prove pivotal for both teams' season objectives. Both teams enter in excellent form, with Roma collecting 9 points and VfB Stuttgart earning 9 points from their last 3 matches, setting up an exciting clash.

A position battle sees Dinamo Zagreb (25th, 7 pts) host FCSB (27th, 6 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 2 positions and 1 point separating them, this match could prove pivotal for both teams' season objectives.

A position battle sees Celta de Vigo (19th, 9 pts) host LOSC Lille (20th, 9 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 1 position and 0 points separating them, this match could prove pivotal for both teams' season objectives.

How many teams compete in the Europa League?

The Europa League features 36 teams competing for the title. Each team plays 6 matches throughout the 2025/2026 season, creating a comprehensive and competitive league structure.

Who is the top scorer in the Europa League 2025/2026?

Rodrigo Zalazar Martínez leads the Europa League scoring charts with 6 goals. This exceptional tally demonstrates clinical finishing and consistent performance throughout the season.

Which team has the best defensive record?

Viktoria Plzeň has the best defensive record, conceding only 2 goals in 6 matches ( 0.33 per game). This demonstrates exceptional defensive organization and discipline.

What is the biggest win margin this season?

The biggest win came when Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Olympique Lyonnais with a 6-goal margin ( 6-0). This dominant performance showcases the quality and depth of teams in the Europa League.

What was the highest-scoring match?

The highest-scoring match was PAOK vs LOSC Lille, which ended 3-4 with a total of 7 goals. This thrilling encounter demonstrates the attacking quality in the Europa League.

How many comeback wins have there been?

The Europa League 2025/2026 has seen 16 comeback victories, where teams have won after trailing at some point in the match. These dramatic turnarounds demonstrate the never-say-die attitude of teams and add to the excitement of the competition.

What is the average number of goals per game?

The Europa League 2025/2026 averages 2.69 goals per game across 108 completed matches. This high-scoring rate reflects the attacking quality and entertainment value of the competition.

How strong is the home advantage?

The Europa League shows a home advantage of 39.8%, indicating that teams significantly benefit from playing at home. This reflects the support of home fans and familiarity with the stadium.

About this report: This comprehensive Europa League 2025/2026 report provides detailed statistics, analysis, and insights based on official match data. All statistics are calculated from verified sources and updated regularly to ensure accuracy.

The Europa League averages 2.69 goals per game, with a 42.1% win rate and 15.7% draw rate. The league's competitive balance score of 4.5 indicates a highly competitive environment where multiple teams can challenge for top positions. Teams average 8.5 points throughout the season, demonstrating exceptional attacking quality.

Olympique Lyonnais leads the standings with 15 points, while Rodrigo Zalazar Martínez tops the scoring charts with 6 goals. Souffian Elkarouani leads in assists with 6, highlighting the creative talent throughout the league. The Europa League showcases world-class football talent and competitive matches, making it one of the premier football competitions in Europe.

Home advantage analysis reveals a 39.8% advantage for home teams, demonstrating the substantial impact of home support. Olympique Lyonnais exemplifies strong home form with 9 home pointscompared to 6 away points.

Goal distribution analysis shows that matches with 2-3 goals represent the most common outcome, accounting for 55.4% of all matches. The highest-scoring match was PAOK vs LOSC Lille, ending 3-4 with 7 total goals. The biggest victory margin came when Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Olympique Lyonnais 6-0 with a 6-goal margin. These statistics highlight the competitive nature and entertainment value of the Europa League.

Whether following the title race, European qualification battles, or relegation fights, the Europa League provides compelling storylines throughout the campaign. From high-scoring thrillers like PAOK vs LOSC Lille to dominant victories such as Maccabi Tel Aviv's 6-0 win, the Europa League delivers entertainment and quality in equal measure.

The competition has seen 16 comeback victories, demonstrating the never-say-die attitude of teams and the unpredictable nature of football. These dramatic turnarounds add to the excitement and drama of the Europa League, keeping fans on the edge of their seats throughout the season.

Team consistency analysis reveals Viktoria Plzeň as the most consistent performer, demonstrating steady results throughout the season. Meanwhile, Nice has shown more variable form, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the competition. Teams average 8.1 goals per team throughout the season, reflecting the attacking quality and competitive balance of the Europa League.

For detailed match results, live scores, team statistics, player performance data, and comprehensive analysis, explore the complete Europa League coverage on Footbodds. Stay updated with the latest standings, upcoming fixtures, head-to-head records, form guides, and in-depth football analysis throughout the season.