Today's football tips for 26 Feb 2026: analysis of three promising matches to watch in the Europa League and today's match schedule opened.
On 26 February 2026, today's football tips highlight the European club championship UEFA Europa League playoff knockout second leg and UEFA Conference League playoff second leg, which will decide the last 16 teams. We provide analysis and insights on three interesting matches as follows.
Europa League playoff second leg // Kickoff at 00:45 Thailand time.
Stuttgart holds the advantage over Celtic after winning the first leg 4-1, making the second leg relatively easier. However, there are concerns about Angelo Stiller’s fitness after an injury sustained against Heidenheim, while Jeff Chabot will definitely miss the match due to suspension.
Meanwhile, Celtic have no new injuries and are in a position with nothing to lose. They are expected to give their all to restore pride and regain confidence.
Prediction: Stuttgart will hold on.
Europa League playoff second leg // Kickoff at 03:00 Thailand time.
Nottingham Forest, having secured a 3-0 away win in the first leg, has a high chance of advancing to the UEFA Europa League round of 16.
Fenerbahçe’s chances of overturning the deficit look slim, as they have won only 1 of 10 European away matches against English teams (with 2 draws and 7 losses). Their sole win dates back to October 1996.
Prediction: Fenerbahçe are lost in the wilderness.
UEFA Conference League playoff second leg // Kickoff at 03:00 Thailand time.
The knockout playoff second leg between Crystal Palace and Zrinjski Mostar in the UEFA Conference League remains wide open after a 1-1 draw in the first leg. Everything will be decided at Selhurst Park, with the winner advancing to face either Mainz 05 or AEK Larnaca.
Palace have been improving at the right time, and playing at home should give them an edge over Zrinjski. Thus, a home victory seems likely.
Prediction: Palace will advance.
