Aris vs Araz Prediction & Betting Tips (31 July)

Thursday evening, Aris Thessaloniki plays big at the Kleanthis-Vikelidis Stadium. Beaten 2-1 During the first leg in Azerbaijan, the Greeks will imperatively have to prevail at home to hope to continue their journey in the Europa League Conference. A delicate mission for a club in full turbulence. Nothing seems to smile at yellow and black in recent weeks. Over their last five outings, all competitions combined, Thessaloniki's men have recorded only one 2-1 victory against Anorthosis, for four defeats. Far from reassuring, the summer preparation accentuated the doubts, with reverse against Alkmaar 2-3, Anderlecht 0-1 and Livingston 1-3.

The defensive balance remains fragile, the automatisms are lacking, and the pressure rises around the club, at the dawn of a clearance match.On the other hand, Araz Nakhchivan presents himself in Greece with full confidence. With its 2-1 victory in the first leg, the Azerbaijani club has demonstrated its ability to stand up to a more experienced training on the European scene. Their recent dynamics, without being perfect, remains encouraging: two victories, a draw against Alanyaspor and two defeats in the last five games. Offensively, Araz has shown great intentions, especially against Trabzonspor 3-2, even if some defensive floats remain.

Under the glow of mounting expectation, Araz’s recent performances paint a picture of a team steadily discovering its rhythm. Their double triumph over Aris, each ending 2-1, signals a tactical maturity and resilience that’s becoming harder to ignore. The Azerbaijani side has learned to absorb pressure and strike with clinical intent, often exploiting defensive lapses and controlling midfield tempo. Against Aris, their cohesion and ability to transition quickly proved decisive, turning potentially tight affairs into statement wins.

Yet Araz’s campaign also reveals a team balancing breakthrough moments with growing pains. Losses to Konyaspor and Zira highlight their vulnerability, especially when tested by high-tempo opponents, while narrow victories like the one against Shamakhi show an ability to grind out results without flair. In contrast, Aris struggled to translate possession into dominance during their clashes with Araz—despite having the individual talent, they were outmaneuvered when it mattered. The contrast between the two sides lies not just in scorelines but in execution, with Araz’s sharper edge making the critical difference.

Momentum can shift like a gust of wind in football, and Aris seems poised to harness it with a commanding 3–0 victory over Araz on July 31st. Despite past setbacks, the Greek side enters this decisive leg with renewed urgency and home advantage at the Kleanthis Vikelides Stadium. Their attacking depth, coupled with a pressing style that thrives under pressure, could overwhelm Araz’s defensive structure. If Aris capitalizes early and maintains tempo, a clean sheet and a three-goal margin wouldn’t just be plausible—it would be a statement of intent.

• Summary: Aris Thessaloniki is going head to head with Araz Naxçıvan PFK starting on 31 Jul 2025 at 18:15 UTC at Kleanthis Vikelides stadium, Thessaloniki city, Greece. The match is a part of the UEFA Conference League, Qualification .
• Referee: David Dickinson
• Aris Feedinco Rating: 6.93
• Araz Feedinco Rating: 6.75