After successful home matches in the Europa League, Brann will host Fenerbahçe, who have not lost to anyone since their 1:3 defeat to GNK Dinamo Zagreb.
Brann
Brann have shown impressive strength at home in European competition, winning both of their home matches to nil (3:0 against Rangers and 1:0 against Utrecht). Over five Europa League fixtures they have conceded only three times, while scoring in four of them. Brann are capable of organising a solid defence and using counter-attacks, which is particularly effective against high-profile opponents. However, in their last seven matches in all competitions, they have managed only one victory, a 3:1 league win over Hamarkameratene.
Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe are in excellent form, with 13 matches without defeat. In the Europa League, they have collected eight points from five games with a goal difference of 5:5. Only one match in the tournament has ended with a total of over 3.5 goals – the aforementioned opening defeat to GNK Dinamo Zagreb. In the other fixtures, they have conceded no more than once, and away from home they even earned a goalless draw against Viktoria Plzeň (0:0). Despite modest away statistics in the competition, their European experience should benefit Fenerbahçe.
Brann vs Fenerbahçe Prediction
Given the excellent form and tactical preparation of Fenerbahçe, they appear to be the favourites for this match. Despite Brann’s strong home defence, the experience of the visitors should allow them to avoid defeat in this encounter without having to take excessive risks.
