Plzen can press Levski into a long defensive spell, but the space behind their outside defenders gives Levski a direct exit. Second contacts and the first pass after a turnover will decide whether that pressure keeps building. Monaco and Freiburg have a more open contest between Monaco's quick central release and Freiburg's wide supply. In both games, the side under pressure has a clear route back into the match.
Plzen can use Gabriel and Memić to deliver repeatedly, with Kabongo attacking the box. Levski can answer through Moubarik and Grujić into Reinaldo, while Vutsov has shown he can sustain a demanding spell against NEC. Trdin is now out after appearing against NEC, but the midfield chain that started that match remains available; Plzen's proposed changes are not a confirmed lineup. Levski's forward outlet and Plzen's exposed central recovery make a close contest credible. That's why I'm siding with Levski to stay close.
Monaco showed a fast recovery-to-Brunner-to-Fati route in Sofia, and Freiburg must manage that central release. Freiburg have answered stronger opponents with wide entries and set-piece second contacts, while Monaco allowed sustained pressure in Sofia and clearer chances at Lorient. Lienhart played at Leverkusen but is being rested here; Monaco's Brunner is available after a domestic absence, while Idumbo is out. Freiburg's pressure and far-side arrivals can keep their attack alive across both halves. That's why I'm siding with Freiburg to avoid defeat.
