FC Vestsjælland-Esbjerg

Monday 23/9 19.00

FC Vestsjælland (3rd) are possibly the biggest surprise until now. As a club they are inexperienced with regards to top-flight football, but the case is totally different with regards to their players. This might also be the main reason for their immediate success; a lot of players know what the Superliga is all about and at the same time there has possibly been a lack of respect from their opponents. Vestsjælland are now undefeated in six matches and they got an almost fully fit squad. Only injury concern is offensive all-rounder Rasmus Festersen, but Vestsjælland got good width, highlighted by the fact that the two newcomers in their last line-up both scored (Sørensen and Dal Hende). Esbjerg (6th) are a media-darling with their young energetic players and their success in Europe. They also have a very strong first eleven, but they seem to suffer when players are missing or when they have just been playing matches in Europe. This could be the case this Monday. Esbjerg are playing a difficult match in Liege on Thursday and three of their profiles are expected to play through injuries (Peter Ankersen, Lekven and Andreasen). This could affect this match where Esbjerg might be weakened and mentally absent. Look for updates from this site!

Under normal conditions Esbjerg would be the clear favourite in this match-up, but Esbjerg are playing Europa League and with a questionable width this could have a negative impact on their performance in this match. We have decided not to make a recommendation since the match on Thursday is an unknown factor. If anything we would see most potential in betting for the home side or for a lot of goals.

Ideas:

1 - 3.15 Betfair

Over 2.5 goals - 2.10 Bet365 

UPDATE: Esbjerg won amazingly the Europa League match on Thursday, but it was not without sacrifices. Striker Diouf left with an injury and defender Kian Hansen is also unlikely to start on Monday. More players might need a rest. If anything we would bet for FC Vestsjælland.