The first leg ended 1:1 in Denmark, with the Danes fully controlling the tempo and looking like they could have scored more. Hibernian managed to snatch an away goal, keeping the tie alive, but in terms of overall quality, the advantage still firmly lies with the visitors.
Hibernian are yet to show any coherent structure. In the first leg, they sat deep, struggled to play through the press, and their only goal came from a free kick. The Scottish Premiership doesn’t kick off until early August, meaning match sharpness is still an issue. A lack of a reliable holding midfielder and an unsettled back line are clear weaknesses. Playing at home gives Hibernian some edge, but inconsistency continues to be a problem.
Midtjylland, on the other hand, are already up and running in the Danish league. Their attack is in excellent form, with 15 goals scored across their last six matches. They move fluidly between the lines, apply pressure down the flanks, and favour a direct vertical style. In the first leg, they dominated the expected goals count (1.66 vs 0.48), highlighting their superiority. Midtjylland are tactically disciplined, stable, and well-equipped to manage the game.
Hibernian will look to press higher and show more intent at home, but Midtjylland have the better structure, stronger squad, and the experience to control the tie. They know how to manage a result and adjust to the opponent’s approach. The Danes should advance.
