FC Nordsjælland-FC Vestsjælland

Sunday 1/9 11.00

FC Nordsjælland (9th) have had a terrible start to the season. This is mainly due to a long list of injuries. Although Nordsjælland have tried to fill this injury gap with new players, it has not worked. They are forced to change their line-up each week, so there has not been any consistency. Furthermore they have a very important Europa League match on Thursday, where risks concerning players with minor injuries will be taken. This could have an affect on this match, where those players might need a break. A very likely candidate for a break is top scorer Morten Nordstrand. He has been the scorer of the last four Nordsjælland goals and no clear alternative is available. Newcomers FC Vestsjælland (8th) have left a positive impression. Especially when playing away they have been good at defending and then launching dangerous counterattacks. This has paid off, since they are undefeated at foreign turf. Last weekend they created surprisingly many chances against FC Copenhagen’s defence and against a fragile Nordsjælland backline they should be capable of doing the same. Only concern is the injury to veteran Dennis Sørensen in last match. He is tied team top scorer and could be difficult to replace.

This is probably the perfect time to face Nordsjælland. They are struggling with injuries and having played an important match just three days prior might affect them mentally and physically. Vestsjælland on the other hand are on a hot streak without defeat in four matches.

Recommendation: X2 – 2.10 Bet365