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The race for a spot in the UEFA Europa League reaches its final stage, as Sint-Truiden welcome Omonia Nicosia in the first leg of their playoff qualifier at Daio Wasabi Stayen in Belgium.
The winner of this tie will earn a spot in the league phase of Europe’s second-tier tournament, while the loser will get relegated to the Conference League.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Sint-Truiden vs Omonia key stats
- Omonia went unbeaten in all four pre-season friendlies (D2, W2).
- The Shamrock are winless in back-to-back away competitive games.
- Sint-Truiden won five of their eight pre-season friendlies (D1, L2).
- The Canaries have drawn their opening two matches of the new season.
Sint-Truiden vs Omonia — Tale of the Tape
| Sint-Truiden | vs | Omonia |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd (Belgian Pro League 25/26) | Position | 1st (Cyprus League 25/26) |
| 57 | Points | 87 |
| 47 | Goals For | 88 |
| 35 | Goals Against | 24 |
| 5 | Clean Sheets | 14 |
| 3rd | Home / Away Rank | 1st |
Sint-Truiden finished third in the 2025/26 Jupiler Pro League, sending shockwaves across Belgium with their highest ever finish this century.
They now have the chance to go one better, having never appeared in a proper European competition other than the Intertoto Cup over two decades ago.
Frederic de Meyer’s side have begun the new season on a shaky note though, with consecutive draws against Lommel SK and Cercle Brugge. They also failed to win their final three pre-season games.
On the other hand, Omonia have had to go through four competitive games earlier, all in European qualifiers.
The Shamrock were eliminated from Champions League contention by newcomers Kairat Almaty, but made it through over two legs against Lincoln Red Imps in the previous Europa League qualification round.
Compared to the hosts, they are relatively in better shape, having gone through the pre-season unbeaten in four friendlies.
A penalty shootout loss against Kairat is their only defeat in eight games since the start of July.
Both teams are fit and have no injuries or suspensions to deal with for this first leg clash.
Sint-Truiden vs Omonia form guide & betting tips
| Sint-Truiden | vs | Omonia |
|---|---|---|
DLLDD |
Form | WWLDW |
| 4 | Goals For | 5 |
| 8 | Goals Against | 2 |
DLWDD |
Last five competitive form | WWLDW |
Whispers predicts: Sint-Truiden 1-1 Omonia
Omonia Nicosia are in relatively better position to squeeze a first-leg victory here. However, Sint-Truiden’s home advantage could prove vital. A double chance in favour of Omonia i.e. Omonia or Draw at 20/21 (1.95) is worth a solid shot.
Along the same lines, Draw & Under 4.5 total goals at 11/4 (3.75) carries significant value.
If leaning entirely towards Omonia, given their current form, Omonia to win second-half at 3/1 (4.00) cannot be overlooked.
At 8/11 (1.72), BTTS – Yes carries value as well, although relatively lower than the other bets.
> Omonia or Draw at 20/21 (1.95) | Likelihood: Likely
> BTTS – Yes at 8/11 (1.72) | Likelihood: Likely
> Draw & Under 4.5 total goals at 11/4 (3.75) | Likelihood: Probable
> Omonia to win second-half at 3/1 (4.00) | Likelihood: Possible