Lillestrom vs Torreense prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis
On September 17, 2026, Lillestrom and Torreense will meet in the first round of the Europa League league phase. It will be a clash between two of the most unexpected participants in European competition.
Lillestrom vs Torreense team news and expert analysis
The club from Lillestrom spent last season in Norway’s second division. Yet they still managed to win the national cup! After returning to the Eliteserien following a brief absence, the side coached by the elder Edegor have looked fairly comfortable near the top of the table. They have also beaten both of their most recent opponents, Brann and Valerenga.
The Portuguese side only returned to the country’s second tier in 2022, and they have remained there ever since. Last season ended with a third-place finish, falling just short of promotion to the Primeira Liga. This campaign began with just one victory, secured in the fifth round against Benfica’s reserve side thanks to a brace. They then managed only a goalless draw with Leixoes. However, last season also brought a sensational cup triumph, as they defeated Sporting in the final. During the summer, they put up a respectable fight before losing 0-1 to Porto in the Super Cup.
The Scandinavians have already come through a qualifying tie against Egnatia. They played out a goalless draw in Albania, then trailed the Albanians at home until the 81st minute before completing a comeback victory in extra time. The visitors, meanwhile, are only just beginning their campaign in the tournament and will be making their debut in European competition altogether!
Previous meetings: Lillestrom vs Torreense
There has simply never been an opportunity for such an exotic pairing to face each other before.
The hosts are the stronger side and should prove it on the pitch. We are backing them with a -1 goal handicap (odds – 1.83).
Lillestrom vs Torreense: key statistics and trends
- Lillestrom’s previous two Europa League matches both ended in draws
- Lillestrom score an average of 1.4 goals and concede 1.3 goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 45% of Lillestrom’s matches, with an average total of 2.7 goals per game
- Torreense have won one of their last seven matches
- Torreense score an average of 1.17 goals and concede 1.5 goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 50% of Torreense’s matches, with an average total of 2.67 goals per game
Lillestrom vs Torreense: possible starting lineups
Lillestrom play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (possible lineup): Dahlberg - Elker, Gabrielsen, Foss, Ranger - Kitolano, Ibrahimaj, Nyheim - Paintsil, Va, Gulbrandsen
Torreense play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (possible lineup): Adriel - Jean, Volnei Feltes, David Bruno, Serrano - Stopira, Andre Simoes, Udriri - Alfaro, Pozo, Drammeh
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