Forecast: Brann versus Hacken - Wagering Advice, Team Updates, Crucial Details
After a successful 2-1 away win against Tromso and advancing past Hacken in the previous round of the Europa League, Brann are in good form heading into their second leg against the Swedish side in Bergen [1][3]. However, the team will be without key players Jonas Torsvik, Sakarias Opsahl, and Niklas Jensen Wassberg, who are out until the end of August and for the season, respectively, due to injuries and a knee injury [1]. Defender Denzel De Roeve, who scored from the bench in the Tromso game, could return as a starter [1].
On the other hand, Hacken are not currently facing Brann directly but were Brann’s previous Europa League opponents, losing narrowly on aggregate [3]. For Brann’s current Europa League opponents, AEK Larnaca, they have player availability issues like the suspension of Jeremie Gnali and the uncertain fitness of forward Djordje Ivanovic [1].
The expected Brann starting lineup includes Dyngeland in goal, De Roeve, Pedersen, Larsen, and Soltvedt in defense, with Myhre, Sorensen, Kornvig in midfield and Mathisen, Magnusson, and Gudmundsson up front [1].
In terms of recent results, Hacken have notched just a single win from any of their previous eight appearances across all formats [2]. Moreover, they have failed to score an away goal in almost 300 minutes of action [2]. In contrast, Brann have shown some extended inconsistencies over the past couple of months but have secured consecutive victories for the first time since May [2].
Saevar Magnusson, an Iceland international, has been in fine form for Brann, scoring four goals in his previous six appearances [2]. Silas Andersen, a former Inter Milan youngster, will start in the midfield for Hacken [2].
The match preview indicates Brann aims to capitalize on home advantage and perform strongly despite absences, while AEK Larnaca has some defensive reshuffling due to suspension [1]. The article predicts a home victory for Brann and under 4.5 goals in the match [2].
Best odds for this prediction can be found at Luckster bookmaker [2]. Brann are confident of extending their Europa League qualifying adventure with another statement of intent [2].
Recent Form & Context
| Team | Recent Form & Context | Key Injuries/Availability | |-------|------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------| | Brann | Won 2-1 away at Tromso; advanced vs. Häcken in prior round | Missing Torsvik, Opsahl, Jensen Wassberg (season-out); De Roeve possible return | | Häcken| Recently eliminated by Brann in Europa League qualifying | No current news for upcoming fixture (not facing Brann) | | AEK Larnaca (Brann’s next opponent) | Advanced past Legia Warsaw; some suspensions | Gnali suspended; Djordje Ivanovic doubtful |
References
[1] Brann's official website. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://brann.no/
[2] Luckster. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.luckster.com/
[3] Hacken's official website. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.ifkgoteborg.se/
- The upcoming Champions League match between Brann and their opponents will see a depleted Brann team, as key players Jonas Torsvik, Sakarias Opsahl, and Niklas Jensen Wassberg are out until the end of August and for the season, respectively, due to injuries and a knee injury.
- Despite the absences, Brann are confident of extending their European league qualifying adventure, having shown some extended consistency over the past couple of months and securing consecutive victories for the first time since May.
