Preview: Bologna FC Looks to Continue Unbeaten Run at Maccabi Tel Aviv in Europa League

TEL AVIV, Israel (Interstat) — An in-form Bologna FC 1909 will aim to extend its unbeaten streak in European competition when it visits MH Maccabi Tel Aviv in a Europa League group stage match on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026.

The Italian side enters the contest at Bloomfield Stadium unbeaten in its last six Europa League outings (3-3-0), a run highlighted by a dominant 4-1 victory over FC Red Bull Salzburg in November. Bologna is coming off a 2-2 home draw with Scotland’s Celtic last Thursday, demonstrating resilience after conceding a late equalizer.

Bologna’s campaign has been built on a strong home record and productive road performances, including a 2-1 win at Romania’s FCSB. Their only defeat in the competition this season was a narrow 1-0 loss at English side Aston Villa on Sept. 25.

Maccabi Tel Aviv, meanwhile, seeks a response after a difficult continental season. The Israeli champions have lost five of their six group matches, including a 1-0 defeat at Germany’s SC Freiburg last week. Their sole point in the group stage came from a 0-0 draw with Greece’s PAOK in September, and they have been outscored 17-1 in their last five Europa League fixtures.

The team’s European form contrasts with its domestic dominance, having secured a spot in this stage via the Champions League qualifying path. Their last European victory was a 3-1 win over Ukraine’s Dynamo Kyiv in the third qualifying round back in August.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, Bologna is a heavy favorite, projected to win 3-0. The prediction reflects Bologna’s robust defensive record—having conceded just six goals in seven group matches—and Maccabi’s struggles to find goals against top-tier opposition.

A win for Bologna would solidify its position near the top of the group and enhance its chances of advancing to the knockout round. For Maccabi Tel Aviv, the match represents a final opportunity to salvage pride at home in a challenging group campaign.

Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. local time (1900 GMT).