Celta Vigo looks the sensible pick: LaLiga quality, home advantage and typically stronger squad depth should trouble PAOK, especially in a two-leg tie. With limited specific form or injury data I prefer a conservative approach — playable if Celta are listed as favorites without being overwhelming and available lineups show few absences. Expect them to control possession and press for an early goal.

Both clubs are desperate for a first win early in the season; Santos have marginal home advantage and slightly better attacking numbers, while Vasco’s recent heavy losses suggest defensive fragility. Recent H2H favors Vasco but circumstances have changed; current markets price Santos as slight favourites. Uncertain injuries and inconsistent form make a cautious Santos lean sensible.

Racing Club have rediscovered their rhythm with consecutive victories after a sluggish start, making their El Cilindro fortress a daunting prospect. Independiente Rivadavia’s fairytale opening has hit a bump following their home defeat to Belgrano, and facing one of Argentina’s “big five” away represents a step up in class. While the odds are skinny, Racing’s superior squad depth and momentum should see them consolidate their recovery against a promoted side that may be starting to regress to the mean.

Valencia has already defeated Baskonia twice this season, including a 14-point win at Fernando Buesa Arena. Baskonia enters with a depleted roster: Markus Howard and Tadas Sedekerskis are confirmed out, while Khalifa Diop and Rodions Kurucs are doubtful. Although Valencia carries three questionable tags, their superior depth and season-series dominance justify the road favorite status. Baskonia’s home court advantage is mitigated by their injury crisis, making Valencia the safer play despite the short price.