Levadia vs RFS: UEFA Champions League Prediction (08.07.2025)

On July 8, 2025, at 23:30 WIB, the first qualifying round match of the UEFA Champions League between Levadia and RFS will take place in Tallinn. In this Baltic derby, bookmakers see the teams as almost evenly matched, though they give a slight edge to the Latvian side. Let’s examine the current form of both teams and provide a match prediction.

Levadia

The “White-Greens” are currently leading the Estonian league confidently. They often register big wins in domestic matches. However, Levadia hasn’t faced an opponent of RFS’s caliber recently. Despite having a strong attacking line, this match will likely be much more challenging than their domestic fixtures. Levadia’s main strengths lie in quick counterattacks and set-pieces.

In last season’s European campaign, Levadia participated in the UEFA Conference League qualifiers. They eliminated Šiauliai of Lithuania but were later thoroughly beaten by Croatian side Osijek.

RFS

The Riga-based team is not currently at the top of the Latvian league table, as they trail behind fellow capital club Riga FC. However, in terms of European competition experience, RFS is clearly more seasoned than Levadia. Additionally, the Latvian club boasts greater squad depth, particularly in attack.

Special attention should be given to Darko Lemajić, who is in great form. The Serbian forward has recorded 21 goal contributions (17 goals and 4 assists) in 21 league matches this season.

Last season, RFS reached the main stage of the UEFA Europa League but managed to win just one of eight matches, failing to advance to the knockout rounds.

Stats and Head-to-Head Record

The two teams have met only three times in friendly matches — twice in 2013 and once in 2020. Each team has one win, and the most recent encounter ended in a draw.

Prediction

For the match between Levadia and RFS, we predict a win for the visitors. The Riga side has greater squad depth and more experience at the European level. Therefore, a bet on an RFS win at odds of 2.00 appears to be a solid choice.