SønderjyskE-Esbjerg

Friday 28/11 18.30

SønderjyskE (9th) lost for the first time in ten matches last weekend (1-0 at Brøndby). It was actually a fairly even match, and the SønderjyskE players could feel hard done afterwards. SønderjyskE are a solid team at the moment. They are difficult to beat. It is only a question of them being a bit unlucky with not being positioned higher, since they have failed to get enough wins out of their fine performances. For the match against Esbjerg, they will benefit from the return of skilful striker Marvin Pourie from suspension. With him back SønderjyskE can field a very gifted offense. Defensively they will have to find a replacement for the suspended left back Erik Marxen who has played all minutes this season. Esbjerg (8th) have, like SønderjyskE, not earned points according to how they have played. Esbjerg have been in the lead in many matches, but way too often allowed the opponents to get back. Esbjerg have a great team that should be capable of a top half position. Offensively they have some strong weapons in Martin Pusic and Jakob Ankersen. Defensively they are a bit challenged for this match with defensive chief, the central defender Michael Jakobsen, suspended. Esbjerg will then have to field a new combination with Gomes and Stenderup at the back, and although they are fine defenders, none are natural leaders.

SønderjyskE away is often a difficult place for Esbjerg. As seen some weeks back in Randers, Esbjerg struggle when they face physical opponents on a poor pitch (Esbjerg have several small and technical players). SønderjyskE’s pitch is usually quite poor in late autumn (probably not a coincidence). SønderjyskE’s overall quality should be inferior to Esbjerg, but based on the pitch and the way this match will be played, we actually see SønderjyskE as having a great chance of winning.

Recommendation: 1 (AH +0.25) – 1.875 at Bet365

Leaguespy preview for the match:
http://leaguespy.com/preview.php?id=41298&a=33624