STOCKHOLM, Sweden (Interstat) — A rare European afternoon awaits two Belarusian clubs Thursday when Viktoriya Maryin hosts Lida in a UEFA Europa Conference League match at Stadyen Haradski.

The fixture, part of the competition’s early qualifying rounds, is being played at the neutral venue in Stockholm due to ongoing UEFA regulations. For both clubs, it represents a significant step onto the continental stage.

Viktoriya Maryin enters as the heavy favorite. According to Interstat’s ELO rating system, the side holds a 79.90 percent probability to win. Their game simulator projects a 2-1 victory for Viktoriya Maryin.

The home side, whose full name is FC Viktoriya Maryina Horka, last played a competitive match on Feb. 7, securing a 2-1 away win at Viliya. Their form before that break was inconsistent, including a 4-0 home loss to Kolos Cherven on Sept. 13, 2025.

Lida will look to defy the projections. They are coming off a morale-boosting 2-1 home victory over Ostrovets on March 3. Their season thus far shows resilience, having earned a 1-1 draw at Baranovichi on Feb. 7.

The match offers a stark contrast in preparation. Lida has recent competitive action, while Viktoriya Maryin has not played in over a month. However, the statistical models heavily weigh Viktoriya Maryin’s overall strength.

For the winner, a path further into the Conference League qualifiers awaits. The loser’s European journey ends abruptly.

Lida will quickly turn its focus back to domestic matters after this contest. Their next scheduled game is a Belarusian First Division match at Osipovichi on April 18.

Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. local time (1900 GMT) at the 2,700-capacity Stadyen Haradski. The venue, home to Swedish lower-division side IFK Stockholm, provides an intimate setting for this European clash.