Brann vs Bodo/Glimt – Match Preview

The Eliteserien’s 23rd round brings an exciting match at Brann Stadion. Here, Brann will face off against league leaders Bodo/Glimt on Saturday, September 22nd, at 12:30 GMT. Brann, currently in 4th place with 40 points, aims to strengthen their position. They hope to secure a spot in European competitions next season. Bodo/Glimt, with 50 points, seeks to continue their lead. They aim to meet pre-season expectations by winning the title. This match is crucial for both teams. Brann aims to exceed expectations, while Bodo/Glimt wants to stay on their championship path.

Brann – Form

Brann’s recent performances have shown variability. Their last game on September 18 against KFUM ended in a 2:0 victory, as expected. However, they had a 2:2 draw with Sandefjord before that. They also faced a 1:3 defeat at home against Sarpsborg 08. These outcomes were below expectations. The team has shared the responsibility for scoring, indicating a collective effort rather than individual standouts.

Bodo/Glimt – Form

Bodo/Glimt has shown impressive form recently, with two wins and one loss in their last three games. They secured a 3-0 victory over Hamarkameratene on September 13. Before that, they won 1-0 against Stromsgodset on September 1. However, they faced a 2-0 defeat against FK Crvena Zvezda on August 28 in the Champions League Qualification. These results were in line with bookmakers’ expectations.

Brann – Bodo/Glimt – Head to Head

The last match between Brann and Bodo/Glimt was on July 7, 2024. Bodo/Glimt won 5:1. In their last 10 meetings, Brann won 2 while Bodo/Glimt won 5. This shows Bodo/Glimt’s dominance in these encounters. Both teams scored in 4 of their last 5 matches, indicating competitive games. Notably, Brann scored in 26 of their last 28 matches against Bodo/Glimt. In 9 of the last 11 matches, both teams scored. Also, more than 2.5 goals were scored in 8 of the last 9 matches. This suggests another high-scoring game might be on the horizon at Brann Stadion.

Brann – Bodo/Glimt – Standings

The standings show Brann in 4th place with 40 points from 22 matches. They aim to finish as a medal team, as expected before the season started. They have scored 37 goals and conceded 27. Bodo/Glimt, visiting Brann, leads with 50 points from the same number of games. They have scored 52 goals and conceded only 17. As the anticipated gold medal team, Bodo/Glimt meets expectations. Brann, however, is determined to narrow the 10-point gap with their prestigious opponents.

Brann vs Bodo/Glimt – Top scorers

Attention turns to Brann’s attack, especially Aune Selland Heggeboe, with 6 goals this season. Joachim Soltvedt and Baard Finne, with 5 goals each, and Niklas Castro, with 4, add to the team’s offensive strength. Ole Blomberg has also contributed 3 goals from midfield. On the other side, Kasper Waarts Hoegh leads Bodo/Glimt’s attack with 10 goals. Patrick Berg, with 6 goals, and Ulrik Saltnes, with 5, support from midfield. Haakon Evjen and Jens Petter Hauge, each with 4 goals, ensure Brann’s defense will be tested.

Brann vs Bodo/Glimt – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Bodo/Glimt slightly with odds of 2.30 for an away win, 2.80 for a Brann victory, and 3.75 for a draw. Bodo/Glimt’s top position and goal difference make them favorites. However, Brann’s solid performance and home advantage could defy the odds, despite Mads Sande’s injury. The “halftime-fulltime” market offers a home win at both intervals at 3.10. This suggests a higher return for those willing to take risks. “Draw-no-bet” for Brann at 2.00 and “double-chance” for a Brann win or draw at 1.571 offer safer bets. This is especially true considering the history of both teams scoring in their matchups.

Brann vs Bodo/Glimt – Over/Under Betting

The Over/Under betting market is appealing for this match. Historical data shows a tendency for high-scoring games, with 8 of the last 9 meetings exceeding 2.5 goals. Brann’s balanced attack and defense suggest potential for goals. Bodo/Glimt’s offensive strength further supports this. The “Over 2.5” option at odds of 1.444 is attractive for those expecting a goal-rich game. The “Under 2.5” option at 2.70 offers value for those predicting a tighter match, given Brann’s recent form.

Brann vs Bodo/Glimt – BTTS Betting

The BTTS market offers interesting options, with “Yes” at 1.40. This aligns with the history of both teams scoring in 9 of their last 11 encounters. Brann’s consistent scoring at home and Bodo/Glimt’s scoring away from home support this trend. Given the attacking form of both teams, “BTTS: Yes” seems a likely outcome for those betting on this market.

Brann vs Bodo/Glimt – Prediction