SønderjyskE-AaB preview

Sunday 26/4 14.00

SønderjyskE (8th) have, apart from 4-1 win in Aalborg, played a rather poor 2015. They created many chances at the start of the year, but the slump in results is starting to affect the players. The conclusion is a demoralised SønderjyskE team who are more focused on getting this season over (and perhaps making a sensational comeback in the second leg of the midweek cup semi-final against FC Vestsjælland (0-2 in first match)). Strong central defender Pierre Kanstrup is set to return after missing the last match with sickness. Striker Tommy Bechmann and right back Baldur Sigurdsson remain on the injury list. SønderjyskE really struggle offensively since striker Marvin Pourie is experiencing a poor period, and they will look forward to get Bechmann back. AaB (7th) are another underperforming team. They have only gained one point in the last five matches, which is terrible for the titleholders. The situation is especially concerning since AaB had the lead in three of the matches. A partial explanation for the poor period is a large number of injuries and suspensions. In the last match AaB were without three suspended regulars (captain Würtz, Enevoldsen and Dalsgaard), but three regulars are new in the penalty box here (Petersen, Risgård and Børsting). Especially the absence of central defender Kenneth Emil Petersen is concerning if Rasmus Thelander remains absent with an injury. In that case, AaB will have to line-up with a young and inexperienced central defence. Offensively, AaB have struggled, and Enevoldsens return could be a vital addition in order to improve this.

Due to the many absences of AaB, SønderjyskE should be slight favourites, but nothing more. They are a terrible home team, and they could have their main focus on the cup match on Wednesday. AaB just want to get some points, and lack some offensive quality. Both teams have many draws this season, and this result would probably be acceptable for both here.

Idea: X – 3.30 at Bet365

UPDATE: Thelander is back in the squad, but not expected to start here. Many absences for both teams!