FC Midtjylland-FC Nordsjælland

Friday 31/10 18.30

FC Midtjylland (1st) are in a fabulous position after a great start to the season. Nevertheless, the performances in the last two matches were not impressive (yielding a win and a draw anyway). Could it be a slight dip in form? At home FC Midtjylland are a beast (won all six matches), and with the stakes on the line here, FC Midtjylland should surely be highly motivated. The offense is always very strong, and they should be able to take advantage of FC Nordsjælland’s defence, which is far from outstanding. FC Midtjylland have some defence issues with Erik Sviatchenko injured and Francis Dickoh suspended, but Jim Larsen is back to full fitness and should be able to cover the central defender position fine. FC Nordsjælland (4th) have dropped some important points in the past few matches (one point in last three matches). Even though they dominated against AaB last weekend (lost 0-1 from a late own goal), it is concerning that they are losing even the home matches where they tend to be much stronger. Could it be a slight dip in form for FC Nordsjælland as well? The key wingers Uffe Bech and Joshua John are surely not as dangerous at the moment as previous in the season. Anders Christiansen returns from suspension and he should bolster the defensive midfield. FC Nordsjælland won the last H2H (2-1 at home).

It is a match where the defensive players could face problems. A high scoring game is in the cards since both teams have their forces offensively. With respect to the winner: FC Midtjylland should be clear favourites. They have the strongest line-up and are at the same time a strong home team, but if Bech and John have a good day FC Nordsjælland have the potential to surprise. Therefore we only pick FC Midtjylland win as an idea here.

Ideas: 1 (AH -0.5) – 1.87 at Ladbrokes

Over 2.5 goals – 1.77 at Betsafe

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