The Europa Conference League qualifying tie between Swedish side Hammarby and Norwegian club Rosenborg is heating up! After a tense 0-0 draw in the first leg at Lerkendal Stadium in Trondheim, all eyes are on the second leg at 3Arena on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 14:00.
Hammarby's Home Advantage?
Hammarby enters the match with a slight advantage, boosted by their recent 2-0 away win against IFK Norrkoping in the Allsvenskan. With 63% possession and goals from Nahir Besara and Ibrahima Fofana, Kim Hellberg's squad is looking sharp. Their recent form in the last 10 games shows 7 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, averaging 1.7 goals per match.
Rosenborg's Road to Redemption
Rosenborg, however, will be eager to turn the tables. Their last 10 games show a less impressive record of 3 wins, 4 losses, and 3 draws, averaging 1.4 goals. They'll need to improve their attacking efficiency to overcome Hammarby's solid defense.
Key Players to Watch
For Hammarby, Nahir Besara is the player to watch, leading the scoring charts with 5 goals. Sebastian Tounekti's playmaking abilities, with 3 assists, will also be crucial. Rosenborg will need to find a way to contain these key players to stand a chance.
Prediction: Hammarby to Edge Out Rosenborg
Considering Hammarby's strong home form and Rosenborg's struggles, Hammarby appears to be the favourite. Expect a high-intensity match with Hammarby likely to outscore Rosenborg. Betting odds of 2.02 for Hammarby to win seem attractive.
This Europa Conference League qualifying tie promises to be a thrilling encounter. Don't miss the action!