The first leg of the 2025/26 Europa League second qualifying round between Midtjylland (Denmark) and Hibernian (Scotland) will take place on July 24 at the Arena Herning. Midtjylland vs. Hibernian: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Robert Schröder (Germany)
Matches – 5 (International matches, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 34;
Average yellow cards per match – 6.8;
Red cards shown – 0;
Average fouls per match – 25;
Penalties – 60%.
Midtjylland, with a squad valued at €77 million, begin their UEFA Europa League journey from the second qualifying round. Up against Hibernian, they are expected to make an early impact on the scoresheet. Midtjylland are well-positioned for a confident victory, having already resumed competitive action in their domestic league.
Since the end of June, Midtjylland have lost only once in four friendly matches, scoring 11 goals in total. Convincing wins over Dynamo Kyiv (3:1) and Slovan Bratislava (4:1) showcased the squad’s attacking strength and notable depth. On Sunday, the team played out a 3:3 draw with Odense Boldklub, coming from behind twice. They produced 2.29 xG from 17 attempts, with Franculino Djú scoring twice.
Such an opponent presents a serious challenge for Hibernian. With a total squad valuation under €20 million (€18.6 million), they are also missing their captain and striker, Joe Newell, due to injury. Last week, Hibernian suffered two defeats against English clubs — losing to AFC Bournemouth (1:2) and Bolton Wanderers (0:2) — both of whom are still in pre-season and fielded largely youth-based squads.
There is little doubt that Midtjylland will make the most of their attacking superiority, underpinned by stronger individual talent. Hibernian often struggle under pressure from Celtic and Rangers in domestic competition, and a similar scenario seems likely in this encounter.
