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Santa Coloma vs Rapid: prediction and odds

Europe Conference League · Europe · 23 July 2026
Santa Coloma logoSanta Coloma
1:3
1st half: 0:0
23.07.2026 18:00
Rapid logoRapid

Match events

50′
0:1Serge-Philippe Ro-Yao
Predag Daniel Muñoz Martínez1:1
54′
56′
1:2Yusuf Demir
89′
1:3Moulaye Haïdara

Match statistics: Santa Coloma vs Rapid

Santa ColomaRapid
1.09xG (expected goals)2.05
37Ball possession, %63
10Shots21
2Shots on target8
2Corners7
9Fouls13
1Offsides3
0Yellow cards0
0Red cards0
54Attacks138
19Dangerous attacks71

💡 Match preview Santa Coloma vs Rapid

The modest Andorran side struggled at the end of last season and have so far only overcome the even more mediocre Penybont in the Conference League qualifiers. However, even holding a significant positive handicap will be difficult for the club this time – they are too far behind Rapid Vienna in class. The Austrians have been impressive in their pre-season friendlies and can perform well in this match.

Santa Coloma: Late-season struggles in the league

The Andorran representative has already played two official matches in the current European campaign. In the first qualifying round, the charges of Spanish coach Tenedor confidently beat the Welsh side Penybont (1-0 away and 3-0 at home). Nevertheless, the spring finish of the national championship was very difficult for Santa Coloma. The team ended last season with a series of three consecutive defeats, losing in the league to Ordino (0-1) and Rangers (0-2), and also losing the Copa Andorra final to Atlètic Escaldes with a score of 2-3. Organizing a cohesive defense against an opponent of the Austrian Bundesliga level will be extremely difficult for the hosts.

Rapid Vienna: Excellent pre-season preparation

The Austrian grand approached the start of the European qualifiers after a series of summer friendly matches, during which it demonstrated excellent goal-scoring form and a high level of preparation. The team of Johannes Torup secured victories over opponents such as Hamburg (3-2), Panathinaikos (4-1), Hertha Wels (2-1), and FAC Wien (4-1), and also drew with Rapid Bucharest (0-0) and Pardubice (2-2). The Vienna club showed that it is capable of creating and converting many chances in front of the opponent's goal. The high individual class of the players allows Rapid to dictate their terms throughout all 90 minutes.

Referee: Matthew McDermid (Scotland)

In the 2026/27 season, the referee officiated three matches (two in the Scottish League Cup and one in the Champions League), averaging 3.3 yellow cards per game. However, in his sole European match of that season, he acted rather strictly: he recorded 33 fouls, showed six warnings, and awarded one penalty. In the statistics for 2027, there is one match in the U21 European Championship qualifiers, where McDermid also did not spare the cards and showed five yellow cards.

Prediction and Bet on Santa Coloma vs Rapid Vienna

Main prediction: Rapid Vienna win with handicap (-2) at odds 2.00 The gap in class between the representative of the Andorran championship and the Austrian top club is too large. Santa Coloma finished last season poorly on the domestic stage, regularly conceding against local clubs. Rapid Vienna demonstrated excellent form in summer friendlies, scoring many and consistently against even strong European teams. The guests are obliged to take a confident victory with a difference of at least three goals, and if the advantage is exactly two goals, a return protects us. We choose the outcome: Rapid Vienna win with handicap (-2) at 2.00. We estimate the probability of this outcome, including the return, at 60% (anything above 1.90 is playable).

Prediction on total: Over 3.5 goals at odds 2.10 Rapid's pre-season games clearly showed that the team loves open football and does not stop when going ahead. More than three goals were scored in four of the six friendly matches involving the Austrians. Santa Coloma's defensive line will inevitably start making positional errors under the constant pressure of the visitors. We expect a bright and high-scoring match. We choose the outcome: total over 3.5 goals at 2.10. We estimate the probability of this high-scoring outcome at 52% (anything above 1.98 is playable).

Match odds Santa Coloma vs Rapid

Result (1X2)

X6.8112.7521.19

Double chance

1X4.5X21.01121.09

Both teams to score

No1.76Yes1.93

Over

21.1331.6142.755.0569.31.51.092.51.383.52.074.53.225.55.65

Under

24.5532.1241.3851.11611.55.352.52.643.51.724.51.265.51.08

Handicap 1

13.421.7531.2441.051.52.242.51.483.51.174.51.04

Handicap 2

-11.24-21.89-33.36-46.75-1.51.6-2.52.34-3.54.05-4.57.3

Correct score

0:0240:18.50:26.550:37.20:410.250:5180:6361:0341:112.251:28.81:310.251:414.51:5252:1342:2242:3262:438

Predictions for Santa Coloma vs Rapid

FA Faith Akintola Handicap 2 (-2)odds 2.16 Void

I am confident that Rapid is the superior team in every metric. They will dominate the match and score at least three goals.

AT Aliyu Tanko Team 2 over 2.5odds 1.96 Won

I am confident that Rapid will successfully execute the plan. All available information supports this outcome, and I see no reason to doubt it.

VI Victoria Idris Team 1 under 0.5odds 1.91 Lost

I am confident Rapid will not concede. The odds are excellent, so I am taking this bet.

ID Ikechukwu Danjuma Handicap 2 (-2.5)odds 2.68 Lost

I predict Rapid will win by a few goals. Their recent form and home advantage give them a clear edge over their opponent.

AN Ayodele Nwosu Yellow cards: Over 3.5odds 2.30 Lost

I am confident that the team will receive at least four yellow cards.

KA Kabiru Amadi Handicap 1 (1.5)odds 2.06 Lost

I'm confident backing Santa Coloma with a +1.5 handicap against Rapid. The hosts should keep the deficit small or avoid a heavy loss, making this line a solid cover.

JO Joy Ojo Handicap 2 (-1.5)odds 1.70 Won

I am confident that Rapid will settle the tie in the first leg. They have every intention of coming out aggressively and taking control early, aiming to put the result beyond doubt before the return match. There is no reason for them to hold back—they have the quality and motivation to finish the job in one go.

BB Blessing Bello Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.90 Won

I predict both teams will score because the home side must capitalize on their only real advantage—playing at home—and the visitors will certainly respond with goals of their own.

ST Segun Tanko Over 4odds 2.98 Void

I'm confident this team will score more than 4 goals. The difference in class between the two sides is simply too vast for the opponent to handle.

HO Hauwa Olawale Handicap 2 (-2)odds 1.94 Void

I predict Rapid will win by more than two goals. Their attacking strength and recent form give them a clear edge, and the opponent's defensive struggles make a multi-goal margin likely. I'm confident in this outcome based on the matchup dynamics.

FO Fatima Olaniyan Over 4odds 2.83 Void

I'm confident this match will see a high score. Rapid is capable of a big win here, so I'm betting on the total to go over.

YA Yusuf Adamu Result: 1odds 12.50 Lost

I searched high and low for a reliable forecaster—went through over a dozen tipsters before I finally found someone who truly knows his craft. I've been working with him for a month now, and I've placed 18 exact-score bets with him. Every single one hit perfectly. That's not luck—that's skill.

GL Grace Lamido Handicap 2 (-4.5)odds 7.60 Lost

I predict a decisive rout. The opponent is clearly outclassed, and the margin of victory will be far larger than most expect. I see no scenario where this remains competitive.

AA Abubakar Adekunle Corners: Under 10.5odds 1.52 Won

I expect this match to have few corner kicks. Both teams have been averaging low corner counts in recent games, and their playing styles don't generate many set-piece opportunities. The defensive setups and midfield battles suggest limited attacking threats near the box, so I'm betting on the under.

EG Emeka Garba Team 2 over 3.5odds 2.96 Lost

I believe in this matchup, RAPID will deliver a very productive performance. The indicators point to high scoring, and I'm confident they'll put on an offensive show.

OO Obinna Ogundipe Team 2 over 3.5odds 2.96 Lost

I'm confident Rapid will score at least 4 goals in this round. The fairytale run for the hosts is about to end—they've been overperforming, and the momentum is clearly shifting. Rapid's attacking form is too sharp to be stopped here.

BO Blessing Okonkwo Over 3odds 1.64 Won

I'm confident the away team will score at least three goals in this match, so I'm taking the over. The visitors have the attacking firepower to dominate, and I expect the total to clear easily.

AO Ayodele Olawale Team 2 over 3.5odds 2.96 Lost

Rapid will score at least four goals against the hosts, who are clearly inferior in class. The attacking firepower and tactical discipline are overwhelming for a defense that has consistently shown cracks against quality opposition. I'm confident this margin is not just possible but likely.

TA Temitope Adewale Over 2.5 (2nd half)odds 2.91 Won

I expect Rapid to press Santa Coloma's goal for the entire match, and I believe the Austrians will finally break through and score in the second half.

GO Gloria Oni Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 2.12 Lost

I'm backing over 1.5 goals in the first half of this match. Both teams tend to start fast, and recent head-to-head meetings have consistently produced early scoring. Defensive lapses in the opening 45 minutes are a recurring theme here, so I expect at least two goals before the break.

BS Blessing Sowole Team 2 over 2.5odds 1.81 Won

I am confident that Rapid is a very strong team, and I believe they will score more than two goals.

ZO Zainab Okafor Over 2.5 (2nd half)odds 2.91 Won

I expect at least three goals in the second half. It's a sure thing.

CB Collins Bello Team 1 under 0.5odds 1.80 Lost

I predict that Santa Coloma will not score a goal against Rapid. My reasoning is simple: Rapid’s defense has been rock-solid in recent matches, and Santa Coloma’s attack lacks the firepower to break through. The odds favor a clean sheet for Rapid, and I’m confident in this outcome.

DA Dele Anyanwu Handicap 2 (-1.5)odds 1.58 Won

I believe Rapid's poor performance in European competitions last year will be a powerful motivator. They'll be determined to prove themselves and bounce back stronger this season.

KY Kingsley Yusuf Result: Xodds 6.85 Lost

I searched for a good forecaster for a long time, switching through over a dozen tipsters before finding a reliable one. I've been working with him for a month now, and I've taken 18 matches on exact score — all of them passed perfectly.

ZW Zainab Waziri Handicap 1 (1.5)odds 2.28 Lost

I expect the game to be evenly matched, so taking the handicap is an excellent decision.

YO Yetunde Olaniyan Handicap 2 (-1.5)odds 1.58 Won

I’m backing UE Santa Coloma to lose their next match. They’ve managed two wins recently, but those came against weaker sides. Once they face a strong opponent, their form won’t hold up.

CE Chiamaka Ekwueme Handicap 2 (-1.5)odds 1.58 Won

I'm confident Rapid will settle everything in the first match. The opponent is no match for them, and I see no reason why they shouldn't dominate from the start.

BD Babatunde Danjuma Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 2.09 Lost

I see the odds pointing to a high-scoring match, so I'm confident the first half alone will feature at least two goals.

EA Emmanuel Adewale Handicap 2 (-2.5)odds 2.34 Lost

I predict Rapid will easily dominate and secure a lead of at least three goals. Their form and attacking power are too strong for the opponent to handle.

Match poster

Santa Coloma vs Rapid — odds

❓ Frequently asked questions

When and where is the Santa Coloma vs Rapid Vienna match taking place?

The match is scheduled for July 23, 2026, at 18:00, as part of the Conference League qualifiers.

Who is the favorite in this match?

Rapid Vienna is the clear favorite due to their higher class and excellent pre-season form, while Santa Coloma struggled at the end of last season.

What is the main prediction and bet for this match?

The main prediction is a Rapid Vienna win with a handicap (-2) at odds of 2.00, as the Austrian side is expected to win by at least three goals.

How did Santa Coloma perform recently?

Santa Coloma ended last season with three consecutive defeats in the league and cup, and only overcame the Welsh side Penybont in the previous qualifying round.

What is Rapid Vienna's recent form?

Rapid Vienna impressed in pre-season friendlies with wins over Hamburg, Panathinaikos, and others, showing strong goal-scoring ability and high preparation.

Are there any notable referee statistics for this match?

The referee, Matthew McDermid from Scotland, has shown strictness in European matches, averaging 5-6 yellow cards per game in recent fixtures.