SønderjyskE-FC Nordsjælland

Sunday 22/9 14.00

After some disappointing displays SønderjyskE (9th) are now, according to the bookies, the team least likely to win the championship (odds 500 available at Unibet). A rough translation of this would mean that they are also the favourite to get relegated. SønderjyskE are the team that always survives, but even though the fans should be concerned. SønderjyskE have failed to cover the exits of Hedinsson and Vibe with quality replacements. To make matters worse, their current top scorer and main offensive threat, Nicolaj Madsen, is suspended along with the goal scorer from the last match Daniel Christensen. One player could be returning from the injury room; Johan Absalonsen could be vital in the survival race, but he has been out for more than a month, so he is unlikely to bring much this weekend. FC Nordsjælland (12th) were a completely different team in their last round loss against FC Midtjylland. The addition of winger Joshua John gave Nordsjælland a lot and with a bit of luck they could have won. FC Nordsjælland were the first team to beat FC Midtjylland on the shooting charts this season, a signal of their fine performance. FC Nordsjælland are still vulnerable in the back and without a few offensive weapons, but they are a lot better than when the season started.

FC Nordsjælland is simply another team with Joshua John and it should only be a matter of weeks before they leave the relegation zone. SønderjyskE are in trouble without two offensive key players and with limited alternatives they are far from favourites in this match. Our Tip of the Week is a Nordsjælland win.

Tip of the Week: 2 - 2.55 Mermaidbet 

UPDATE: SønderjyskE have made a surprised signing of former Danish international Daniel Jensen. Jensen will add some passing abilities for the midfield. It is however doubtful if they will already use him in the starting line-up on Sunday. Once he gets used to the SønderjyskE system he could be a factor, but we give this signing no importance for a valuation on this match.