FC Nordsjælland-Brøndby

Sunday 18/5 17.00

FC Nordsjælland (6th) still possess an outside chance of obtaining the Europa League-giving 5th spot since Esbjerg in 5th has been subtracted a point. In order to pass Esbjerg they will surely need a win here. FC Nordsjælland should also be eager to say goodbye to two of the most influential people in the recent years of success. Coach Hjulmand leaves for Mainz, while captain Stokholm retires. Several players return from injuries: Martin Vingaard, Mario Ticinovic and Andreas Laudrup. Only new absence is central midfielder Lasse Petry. FC Nordsjælland are starting to get their offense to work. Especially wingers Joshua John and Uffe Bech have been in great form recently. Defensively they look a bit shaky with the young central defence of Andreas Maxsø and Pascal Gregor (both only 20 years old). Brøndby (4th) have a slim chance of getting the bronze medal, but will also need a win. Brøndby played a poor match last weekend against Randers (1-1). The absence of suspended captain Kahlenberg was evident. The playmaker returns in this match and this should have an improving effect on Brøndby. Brøndby are still without winger Andrew Hjulsager, but offensively they look solid with the likes of Makienok and Nuñez.

A match where both teams need a victory is a good start for a football match. It should be a fairly even match. FC Nordsjælland are strong at home, but Brøndby are likely to have the most support from the stands. If anything, bet on goals.

Idea: Over 2.5 goals – 1.78 at Betfair