FC Copenhagen-Esbjerg

Saturday 14/9 17.00
With the first victory of the season, FC Copenhagen (10th) could be on the right track again. This could be a problem for Esbjerg. Both have mid-week matches in their respective European tournaments after this match and both coaches might save some players but we reckon they will not. This match is too important. Even though Copenhagen won 4-1 against Viborg it is still too early to say that they are on the right track again. At the end of the transfer deadline, Copenhagen brought in the Norwegian international midfielder Daniel Braaten. He might be a strong offensive weapon for the reigning champions, especially combined with Fanendo Adi who seems to be a top class striker. Winger Nicolai Jørgensen might even get into the squad for this match and he is a strong upgrade for the Copenhagen offence. Esbjerg (4th) was also quite busy during the last day of the transfer deadline. The striker and Norwegian under 21 international Bakenga join the club on loan and he could be the goal scoring striker they need after the loss of Martin Braithwaite. Esbjerg’s counter attacks are lethal and this will be their prime weapon.

Last time Esbjerg were in Copenhagen they won 2-0 and it is worth noticing that Copenhagen have not won at home for a long time (seven matches). We think it will be an even match and therefore we recommend Esbjerg not to lose.

Recommendation: AH 2(+0.5) - 2.29 Mermaidbet

UPDATE: Jørgensen should be ready for Copenhagen. New signing Fellah not ready for Esbjerg. 2.27 available at Betfair is fine.