Hacken vs Elfsborg
, KO: 15:30 Jul 14, 2024, Bravida Arena
HACKEN will be looking to crank up the pressure on the frontrunners as they host Elfsborg in an Allsvenskan fixture. Elfsborg have been woeful on their travels and should find things difficult against Hacken, who have a solid home record.
Following a little dip in form, Hacken appear to have rediscovered their rhythm as they head into Sunday’s clash with two straight Allsvenskan wins. First they claimed a 4-1 victory over AIK Solna before earning a 2-1 win at Vasteras.
The good news for Hacken is that even during their struggles, they had maintained a solid home record. Pal Arne Johansson’s men have lost just once in their last six matches at Bravida Arena, claiming four wins in that run.
Elfsborg will travel to Bravida Arena with some confidence having also won their last two matches. Oscar Hiljemark’s men triumphed 3-0 over Brommapojkarna in their previous Allsvenskan fixture before claiming a similar result over Pafos in a Europa League preliminary round fixture on Thursday.
The problem for Elfsborg is that both matches have been at home as they often struggle on their travels. They have picked up just one away win all season and are currently on a six-match losing run on the road.
How the bookies view it: Home fans to smile
Hacken have the upper hand among the bookies and are priced at evens by Betfred to claim the win. A victory for Elfsborg is valued at 2/1 while a draw is set at odds of 11/4 by Betfred.
Head to head: Hacken with recent advantage
While Elfsborg have the overall edge and picked up a 3-1 victory in a friendly back in March, Hacken have claimed the upper hand in recent meetings. Saturday’s hosts have won the last two competitive meetings, including a 3-1 victory in the most recent Allsvenskan fixture in July 2023.
Players to watch: Eyes on Inoussa
Hacken often spread their goals across the team but Zeidane Inoussa could be worth keeping an eye on having scored four goals this season. The forward was also on target in the win over Vasteras and is priced at 8/5 by Betfred to find the net on Sunday.
Per Frick could be the one to watch for Elfsborg having been on target in Thursday’s Europa League win over Pafos. The forward is priced at 11/5 by Betfred to find the net once again.
Probable line-ups
Hacken are showing some good form lately and are unlikely to make too many changes to their team. Zeidane Inoussa should continue in attack alongside Ali Ben Youssef while Even Hovland is set to retain his place in defence.
Per Frick could be handed a start for Elfsborg having come off the bench to score on Thursday. Michael Baidoo is expected to lead the line once again for the visitors.
Hacken: Linde, Lunddal, Fridrikkson, Hovland, Lode, Lundkvist, Gustafson, Layouni, Amane, Rygaard, Inoussa, Youssef
Elfsborg: Pettersson, Yegbe, Henriksson, Holmen, Ouma, Zeneli, Hult, Hedlund, Qasem, Frick, Baidoo
Anything else catch the eye?
Hacken and Elfsborg have plenty of attacking quality and could be set to produce goals on Sunday. Over 4.5 goals could be considered at 11/4 by Betfred, who is also offering 6/5 for over 3.5 goals.
Having scored in both halves in their last two matches, Hacken could be set for a repeat at 7/5 with Betfred.
This match between Hacken and Elfsborg will be played on Jul 14, 2024 and kick off at 15:30. Check below for our tipsters best Hacken vs Elfsborg prediction. You may also visit our dedicated betting previews section for the most up to date previews.
