Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Allsvenskan match.
The Stockholm derby between Brommapojkarna and Djurgården is set to be one of the standout fixtures of the week in Swedish football, as the two sides face off in a rescheduled clash from the sixth round. Both teams have found it difficult to string together consistent performances of late, and the high-pressure nature of the fixture could produce a cautious affair with limited goal-scoring opportunities.
Brommapojkarna
On Sunday, Brommapojkarna suffered yet another setback in a crucial match, falling 0:1 to Allmänna Idrottsklubben. This defeat marked their fourth in a row. They have slipped to 12th in the league standings, now just two points above the relegation zone. Six of their last ten league outings have featured Total Under 2.5 goals, including three of their most recent four.
Djurgården
Despite a recent run to the latter stages of European competition, Djurgården have struggled to find any real rhythm in domestic play. They have scored only seven goals across ten league matches – the lowest total in the division. Their form on the road has been particularly troubling, suffering goalless defeats to both Hammarby (0:2) and Elfsborg (0:4). Heading into another crucial fixture, the former Europa Conference League knockout contenders are expected to prioritise defensive solidity.
Brommapojkarna vs Djurgården Prediction
Since the beginning of April, Brommapojkarna have endured three home defeats without scoring in four matches, all of which saw Total Under 2.5 goals. Given Djurgården’s own attacking struggles, neither side is likely to take many risks, with both teams desperate to avoid another setback.
