Tournament: UEFA Europa League Qualification
Venue: Borås Arena (Borås)
Game Time: August 15, 2024, 13:00
In the second leg of the UEFA Europa League qualifying semifinals, Elfsborg will host Rijeka on August 15, 2024. After a closely contested 1-1 draw in Croatia, both teams will be eager to secure a spot in the final qualifying round. Elfsborg's home advantage could play a crucial role in this decisive match.
Key Statistics and Trends
Elfsborg:
- Form: Elfsborg has won 8 of their last 10 matches, showcasing strong form.
- Scoring Consistency: They have scored in each of their last 10 matches.
- First Half Performance: Elfsborg wins the first half in 43% of their matches.
- European Success: They have successfully defeated Pafos and Sheriff in previous rounds, demonstrating their European credentials.
Rijeka:
- Form: Rijeka is unbeaten in their last 5 games, displaying resilience.
- Scoring Record: Rijeka has also been consistent in finding the net.
- First Half Performance: Rijeka wins the first half in 36% of their matches.
- European Struggles: Despite being a strong team domestically, Rijeka had a surprising struggle against Romanian debutants Corvinul Hunedoara in earlier rounds.
Team Analysis
Elfsborg: Elfsborg has been in excellent form, especially in European competitions, where they have displayed both attacking prowess and defensive solidity. Their victory in earlier rounds, including comfortable wins over Pafos and Sheriff, has set them up well for this match. With the home advantage, they will look to capitalize and secure a win that will see them advance to the final qualifying round.
Rijeka: Rijeka has been solid but not spectacular in their recent outings. They managed to equalize against Elfsborg in the first leg, but their performance was less convincing, especially in their earlier struggle against Corvinul Hunedoara. They will need to improve significantly to stand a chance in Sweden.
Team News
Elfsborg:
- Injuries: Hylliemark is expected to have his strongest lineup available.
Rijeka:
- Injuries: Babić might miss the match, which could be a blow to their plans.
Possible Starting Lineups
Elfsborg (Possible lineup):
- Pettersson – Yegbe, Henriksson, Holmén – Hult, Ouma, Zeneli, Hedlund – Baidoo, Zeneli, Abdulai
Rijeka (Possible lineup):
- Zlomislić – Čabraja, Radeljić, Galešić, Smolčić – Janković, Selahi, Fruk, Petrović, Pašalić – Ivanović
Previous Head-to-Head Matches
This is the first encounter between these two clubs.
Free Prediction for the Match: Elfsborg vs Rijeka
Given Elfsborg’s current form, home advantage, and consistent scoring ability, they are well-placed to secure a victory in this match. The bet is on a win for Elfsborg (odds – 1.9).
Prediction: Elfsborg to Win (odds: 1.9).
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