Rijeka vs Elfsborg prediction and betting tips on August 8, 2024
Game Prediction
On August 8, 2024, in the semi-final qualification of the Europa League, Rijeka will face Elfsborg. The Croatian team understands the challenge they face in Sweden and will try to secure a good result in the first leg.
Rijeka vs Elfsborg: Key Statistics and Trends
- Rijeka has been unbeaten in their last four matches.
- Elfsborg has won seven of their last eight matches.
- Elfsborg has scored at least once in their last 8 matches.
- Rijeka wins the first half in 36% of matches, Elfsborg wins the first half in 41% of matches.
Rijeka – the shape of the team and its analysis:
The "Whites" once again became the runners-up in their country. They were unable to challenge the position of the Croatian flagship, Dinamo Zagreb. The new season started with a match against Lokomotiva Zagreb, which they won 4-0.
In the Europa League, the Croatians passed their first opponent without much flair. They knocked out Corvinul Hunedoara from the second Romanian division (the surprise cup holder) by scoring the only goal over 180+ minutes – a 0-0 draw away and a 1-0 win at home.
Elfsborg – the shape of the team and its analysis:
The "Elegants" became the runners-up in their country in 2023. In the new Allsvenskan season, they haven't been as consistent, with several losses, but they have managed three wins in their last four matches.
In the Europa League, the Swedes have a perfect record so far. Pafos was convincingly defeated in both matches – 3-0 in Sweden and 5-2 in Cyprus. Even against Sheriff, there was no real contest: a 1-0 win in Moldova and a 2-0 victory at home.
Rijeka: Team News
The Croatians will field their optimal lineup.
Elfsborg: Team News
Hilmjarsson has no personnel problems.
Rijeka vs Elfsborg: Possible Starting Lineups
Rijeka (possible lineup): Zlomislić - Čabraja, Radelić, Galešić, Smolčić - Janković, Selahi, Fruk, Petrović, Pašalić - Ivanović
Elfsborg (possible lineup): Pettersson - Jegbe, Henriksson, Holmén - Hult, Ouma, Zeneli, Hedlund - Baidoo, Zeneli, Abdulai
Head to Head matches: Rijeka vs Elfsborg
This is the first time the Swedes will visit the Adriatic coast.
Free prediction today for the match Rijeka vs Elfsborg
The home field advantage plays a significant role in this match. The Croatians are expected to start the tie with a victory (odds – 2.04).
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