Hobro-FC Nordsjælland

Monday 18/8 19.00

Hobro (1st) are a sensation. They started at odds 1.07 to relegate, the most certain team to relegate in years. Now, after 4 games they are in the lead after winning 3-0 at FC Copenhagen and 2-0 against Brøndby. Impressive! We believe the addition of the speedy Quincy Antipas has given Hobro an extra dimension. He is a one-man army and he makes his teammates better. Add to this that Hobro have a fine defence with some very disciplined and committed players. The points they have earned are not a fluke they are fully deserved. In the last home match, Hobro physically dominated Brøndby. The same will probably be the tactic here against a small FC Nordsjælland side. No injury concerns for Hobro. FC Nordsjælland (3rd) have also had a good start to the season. Impressively they have been behind in the three matches they have won this season, and it appears that the new head coach has strengthened the confidence in his side. For FC Nordsjælland it is mainly the wingers Uffe Bech and Joshua John that decide if they will win or lose. If they had a good day (like John had in AaB) their chances of winning are much larger. The question is whether Hobro can psych them out by playing were physical. Defensively, FC Nordsjælland look weak. We are not impressed by the defensive duo of Runje and Gregor, which is destined to get in trouble against the speedy Antipas. No important injury concerns for FC Nordsjælland.

FC Nordsjælland are known as a team that is significantly weaker away than at home (yes, they did beat a semi B-team of Aalborg in Aalborg last weekend). FC Nordsjælland do undoubtedly have the best team, but the stadium should be full with Hobro supporters for this match, and the Hobro players mentality will be exceptional. So this match could really go either way. The question is whether Hobro manage to psych out FC Nordsjælland like they did with Brøndby. For us 3.15 for a home win is a gift.

Tip of the Week: 1 – 3.15 at Mermaidbet

Idea: Over 2.5 goals – 1.80 at Mermaidbet