Randers-Hobro

Sunday 17/7 17.00

Randers (4th) had luck on its side and combined it with an outstanding performance by the new keeper Karl Johan Johnsson in their first round win against Esbjerg (1-0). Esbjerg had 17 shots, while Randers only had 4. Randers were generally quite slow and the offense with Lundberg and Fall should not scare anyone at the moment. The defence is solid though, and it will possibly be improved with the return of left back Adama Tamboura. Hobro (3rd) are deemed the most certain team to be relegated in years. But the signing of striker/winger Quincy Antipas has increased their chances remarkably. Antipas was put on the pitch in the second half last weekend and created the goal that decided the match. He will give Hobro more points. Otherwise, Hobro impressed against OB. They were solid at the back and their passing game was decent. It is a local derby with only 25 km between the two cities.

Randers were poor in the first match, while Hobro were a pleasant surprise. However, we believe that it is too risky to gamble on a Hobro win here. A draw however seems more attractive. Randers are poor offensively, but solid defensively. And rival derbies have a tendency to be tight and physical.

Idea: X – 3.60 at Betsafe