Esbjerg-AGF

Monday 28/10 19.00

Esbjerg (3rd) have lost three in a row (including Europa League) and confidence is falling after an otherwise fantastic 2013. Esbjerg were mediocre against Vestsjælland last weekend (1-2) and in addition to a poor result the match resulted in two suspensions: to veteran captain Hans Henrik Andreasen and left back Jonas Knudsen. Especially Andreasen will be missed in the central midfield where alternative Bergvold lacks his work rate. At the same time Esbjerg are playing an Europa League match Thursday night so they might be affected physically and mentally. Especially the latter has been an issue for Esbjerg earlier this season. AGF (8th) made a disappointing performance last weekend vs. FC Nordsjælland (0-1). AGF failed to show any passion and coach Sørensen made some stupid tactical dispositions (again!). Afterwards Sørensen has been the key figure in the media after accusations of poor man management. AGF have an almost full squad to choose from, although several players are far from their best. AGF have a strong midfield however and they should have a good match-up against a weaker than usual Esbjerg midfield.

Esbjerg are the better team, but they have a match Thursday and are in poor form. The form of AGF is not any better (no win in five matches), but we believe that they have a chance against an Esbjerg team that will miss their leader. We keep this as an idea mainly due to the insecurity about AGF due to the recent stories about the coach. Some unsatisfied players might be tempted to lose this in order to get rid of the coach.

Idea: X2 – 1.83 Bet365