Champions League qualifying Betting Preview: FC Copenhagen vs Basel

Danish Superliga team FC Copenhagen host Swiss Super League outfit Basel in the second leg of this UEFA Champions League qualifying tie at Parken, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Wednesday 27 August 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Basel Good Value to Cause Copenhagen Problems

Basel are capable of competing hard against Copenhagen. On this basis, we’ll wager the away team on the Asian Handicap +0.75 at -125, meaning that our stake is divided between 0.5 and +1.0.

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All Square After First Leg

FC Copenhagen drew their last game 1-1 at home, with the action taking place at Parken against Odense Boldklub in the Danish Superliga. The Lions had most of the ball recording 62% possession and four shots on target, with Gabriel Pereira registering the goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Basel and Copenhagen shared a 1-1 draw at St. Jakob Park in the first leg. Copenhagen edged possession with 55%, while Basel won the shots on target 6-4. Xherdan Shaqiri struck for the hosts before Gabriel Pereira equalised for Copenhagen, in a contest that also saw Basel reduced to ten men when Jonas Adjetey was sent off in the 82nd minute.

FC Copenhagen – Last 10 League & Champions League qualifying Games

7 wins, 1 loss and 2 draws, averaging 2.4 goals from 14.9 attempts and 5.9 shots on goal. Copenhagen have had 54.3% possession, 520.4 passes and 4.9 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 0.8 goals from 9.2 attempts and 2.7 shots on goal, while earning 4.1 corners.

Jordan Larsson leads the way with 7 goals, Elias Achouri has 3, with Gabriel Pereira and Magnus Mattsson scoring 2. The top assist makers are Rodrigo Huescas, Mohamed Elyounoussi and Thomas Delaney, all of whom have 2 on the board.

Basel – Last 10 League & Champions League qualifying Games

FCB have won 7 and lost 3, with an average of 12.2 attempts, 6.3 shots on goal and 3.2 goals. The Bebbi average 53.0% possession, 5.6 corners in their favour and 4.6 corners against, while 1.8 goals have been conceded from 4.1 shots on goal and 8.4 attempts.

Xherdan Shaqiri is the leading goalscorer with 7, Albian Ajeti has 6, with Philip Otele and Benie Traore getting 5. Xherdan Shaqiri has had 8 assists in the previous 10 games.

FC Copenhagen vs Basel Prediction & Betting Tips

Get fully prepped for FC Copenhagen vs Basel with our betting guide, featuring our expert match pick, predicted scoreline, sharp corners advice, top player props and a value-focused bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’re sweet on Basel +0.75 when it comes to the Asian Handicap at odds of -125. We’re hopeful that the underdogs are able to win or draw in this Champions League qualifying encounter for a nice payout.

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Key FC Copenhagen vs Basel Champions League qualifying & league stats:

The +0.75 line has been covered by Basel in 16 of their last 20 games.
The +0.75 line has been covered by Basel in 7 of their last 10 games.
The -0.75 line hasn’t been covered by Copenhagen in 3 of their last 5 games.
The -0.75 line hasn’t been covered by Copenhagen in 2 consecutive games.

Basel +0.75 Probability

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 55.6% prospect of winning. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

Basel Asian Hcp +0.75 @ -125 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

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We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves the teams playing out a 1-1 draw. Odds of +575 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Albian Ajeti to Score +200

Albian Ajeti (Basel) has scored three goals in his past four away matches. This data directs us to the Anytime Goalscorer market where we can bet him to find the net at attractive odds of +200.

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Corners Prediction

Basel Over 3.5 Corners -143

Basel have had over 3.5 corners in four straight away matches. We think that the value can be found by wagering on Team Corners and you can secure -143 that Basel go over the line.

Champions League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Copenhagen

Total

8.40 4.90 3.50

Home

7.90 4.70 3.20

Away

8.20 4.40 3.80

Basel

Total

10.20 5.60 4.60

Home

8.70 5.40 3.30

Away

10.00 4.40 5.60

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Basel +0.75 -125

Both Team To Score Yes -128

Team Corners Basel Over 3.5 -143

We’ve got a same-game multi and the legs include Basel to cover the +0.75 Asian Handicap, Yes on the BTTS market combined with Basel to finish with over 3.5 corners.

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FC Copenhagen vs Basel Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Copenhagen Favourites to Win According to Bookies

The bookmakers have FC Copenhagen as -135 favourites for this Champions League qualifying encounter, with the 1x2 odds suggesting that they are 57% likely to triumph. At +320, FC Basel are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

Copenhagen and Basel can be backed at +135 and +325 respectively on the Half-Time Result market. This is an ideal route for bettors who want a quick settlement and the draw is +128.

You can get a similar price whether you’re betting Under or Over 2.5 Goals. The Yes option in the Both Teams to Score market is regarded as the most likely outcome and is trading at -128.

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Asian Handicap

Total Goals

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Youssoufa Moukoko is the First Goalscorer Favourite

Those interested in favourite Youssoufa Moukoko to find the net first are able to get +450. If the Anytime Goalscorer angle makes more appeal, then this is +165.

Player Goals

Youssoufa Moukoko (Copenhagen)

Jordan Larsson (Copenhagen)

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Team Stats

Latest Champions League qualifying and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

FC Copenhagen Stats

Basel Stats

Full-Time Result

7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

7 wins and 3 defeats in the previous 10 matches
4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 2.40 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 3.20 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.20 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 5.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 4.20 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 10 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

An average of 4.90 corners awarded and 4.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.60 corners awarded and 3.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 8.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

An average of 5.60 corners awarded and 4.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 5.60 corners against in the last 10 away matches
An average of 10.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

An average of 54.30% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 55.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

An average of 53.00% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 54.50% possession in the last 10 away matches
Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches

FC Copenhagen vs Basel Lineups & Team News

Get the latest team news for Copenhagen vs FCB before you bet. Stay updated with confirmed Champions League qualifying lineups and the latest injury reports.