One of the Scandinavian derbies in the qualification rounds for the European tournaments is the clash between Rosenborg and Hammarby in the Conference League 3rd qualifying stage. Both should be in good shape and ready to fire on all cylinders as their respective domestic leagues are well underway.
Rosenborg Team News
Rosenborg started their European campaign in style with 2 wins to nil over Banga. The Norwegian side managed to score a total of 7 goals between these two fixtures, but their overall results in recent times suggest that the team is involved in high-scoring affairs often. Four of Rosenborg’s last 5 competitive fixtures produced at least 2 goals, with the only exception being the second leg match against Banga. Coincidentally, the two European fixtures were the only ones in which Rosenborg also managed to keep a clean sheet, suggesting that against tougher opposition like Hammarby, their defence will likely be put to the test.
Hammarby Team News
Unlike Rosenborg, Hammarby saw some difficulty at the start of their European campaign as they had to face Belgian Charleroi. The Swedes managed to eliminate the Belgian side after extra time and a very late goal in the 120th minute. If we exclude the two continental duels, all of Hammarby’s last 3 league matches have finished in the same 3-2 result, although the team was on both sides of it. This would imply that while the Swedish team displayed grit and character, they are also a team that is just as likely to score as it is to concede. And that character might be something that haunts them in Europe.
Head-to-Head-Games
Rosenborg and Hammarby haven’t played against one another in any official capacity, and this will be their first competitive meeting.
Rosenborg vs Hammarby Betting Prediction
My pick here is for over 2.5 goals. Rosenborg and Hammarby have displayed characteristics of teams that seem efficient in attack but are liable to defensive woes. Results for both in recent weeks seem to confirm that. That is why, in my opinion, going for goals here seems like a very good option.
👉Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Goals
🌐Bookmaker: Sportsbet.io
📊Odds: 1.80
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