Match Overview and Initial Analysis

The decisive Conference League 2025/26 playoff second leg between Brondby (Denmark) and Strasbourg (France) is set to take place on August 28th at Brondby Stadium. The first leg ended in a goalless draw, 0-0. Below, we provide our prediction, betting tips, odds, and key statistics for this crucial encounter.

Brondby Team Analysis

Brondby’s Performance and European Ambitions

The Danish side secured a draw in the first leg played in France, with the score remaining 0-0. Consequently, for Brondby to advance to the main stage of the Conference League, a victory in this upcoming home match is sufficient. Should the teams draw again, the match will proceed to extra time. It’s worth noting that the club has never managed to qualify for the main Conference League tournament, having been eliminated in the 3rd qualifying round in their two previous attempts. Their last successful qualification for a European competition group stage was back in the 2005/06 season, when they reached the UEFA Cup group stage. Significantly, Brondby has won with a clean sheet in 5 out of 6 of their home Conference League matches, suffering only one defeat.  

Brondby’s Key Statistics

• At least one team failed to score in Brondby’s last 4 Conference League matches.
• Fewer than 3 goals were scored in 5 out of Brondby’s last 6 matches in this competition.
• The team’s scoring streak at home in Europe’s third-tier competition extends to 6 consecutive matches.

Brondby’s Predicted Starting Lineup (3-4-3)*

Patrick Pentz – Sean Klaiber, Rasmus Lauritsen, Luis Binks – Marko Divkovic, Daniel Wass, Benjamin Tahirović, Mats Knoester – Noah Narti, Filip Bundgaard, Nicolai Vallys.

Strasbourg Team Analysis

Strasbourg’s European Form and Recent Results

The home goalless draw against Brondby broke Strasbourg’s run of decisive results in European competitions, which previously consisted of 6 matches (4 wins, 2 losses). It is also notable that Strasbourg rarely draws away in European competitions in the new millennium, with only 1 out of 9 away matches ending without a winner (4 wins, 4 losses). Interestingly, like their current opponent, Strasbourg last overcame a qualifying barrier in a European tournament in the 2005/06 season, making it to the UEFA Cup group stage.  

Strasbourg’s Key Statistics

• At least one team failed to score in Strasbourg’s last 5 European matches.
• The club has scored no more than 1 goal in its last 6 European matches.
• Fewer than 2 goals were scored in 7 out of the Alsatians’ last 9 away matches in Europe’s second-tier competition.

Strasbourg’s Predicted Starting Lineup (4-3-3)*

Matz Sels – Valentin Barco, Andrew Omobamidele, Mamadou Sarr, Junior Mwanga – Ismael Doukouré, Félix Lemarechal, Sébastien Nanasi – Sam Amo-Ameyaw, Joaquin Panichelli, Emanuel Emegha.

Referee Profile

Match Official: Nenad Minakovic

Nenad Minaković (Serbia)  

Referee Statistics

Matches – 13 (International fixtures, 2024/25–2025/26); Yellow Cards shown (including second yellows) – 54; Average Yellow Cards per match – 4.1; Red Cards shown – 1; Fouls per match on average – 26; Penalties awarded – 15%.

Brondby vs Strasbourg Match Prediction

First Leg Dominance and Current Form

In the first leg played in France, the home team, Strasbourg, dominated the proceedings. Brondby managed to secure a draw only thanks to a superb performance from their goalkeeper, who received the highest rating among all players in the match. This was well-deserved, as Strasbourg generated an xG of 2.09, firing 21 shots at their opponent’s goal. I do not believe the Danish team will be as fortunate in the second leg. The Alsatians are currently in excellent form, as demonstrated in the first match and in their initial Ligue 1 season, where they won both opening matches with identical 1-0 scores and are among the league leaders.  

Home Team’s Challenges and Class Disparity

Conversely, the hosts, Brondby, are not performing flawlessly in their domestic league. They suffered their second defeat in 6 rounds, capitulating in their previous match against a modest Sonderjyske (0-2). Brondby is noticeably outmatched in terms of quality by their current opponent, which is evident not only from the significant difference in team transfer values but also from the flow of the first leg. While it’s been noted that the Danish club performs well at home in the Conference League, it’s crucial to consider that most of their previous opponents were relatively weak; in 6 home matches, they have not faced a single team from Europe’s top 5 leagues. Brondby actually lost to their last such opponent at home in European competition, falling 1-3 to French side Lyon in the Europa League 2021/22 group stage.  

Our Betting Tip

I believe that this time, the Alsatians will be able to overcome the Scandinavian team. However, as a prediction, I will offer a position with insurance: “Strasbourg with a (0) handicap” at odds of 1.80   *The starting lineup for each team listed is from their last match in this tournament.