The upcoming clash between Rigas Futbola Skola (RFS) and Bodo/Glimt in the second leg of the Champions League qualifying round promises to be an exciting encounter.
Here’s an in-depth look at the predictions, team form, news, and potential outcomes.
Match Preview
First Leg Recap
In the first leg, Bodo/Glimt showcased their dominance with a commanding performance, defeating RFS decisively.
RFS now faces a significant challenge, needing to overcome a four-goal deficit to keep their qualification hopes alive.
Current Form
Rigas Futbola Skola
Rigas Futbola Skola won their second league championship last season and currently leads the Virsliga standings by four points.
They entered this round after an impressive 7-0 aggregate victory over Larne in the first qualifying round. Despite their strong domestic form, RFS struggled in the first leg against Bodo/Glimt, conceding three goals before halftime.
Recent Form (All Competitions): WLLWWL
Champions League Qualifying Form: WWL
Bodo/Glimt
Bodo/Glimt, leading the Eliteserien standings, have been in excellent form. They are on a three-match winning streak in away games and remain unbeaten in their last seven matches in all competitions.
In the first leg, their attacking prowess was on full display with goals from August Mikkelsen, Ulrik Saltnes, and Oscar Kapskarmo.
Recent Form (All Competitions): WWLWWD
Champions League Qualifying Form: W
Team News
Rigas Futbola Skola
RFS will be without Alfusainey Jatta and Roberts Savalnieks due to injuries. Emerson Deocleciano, who was substituted early in the first leg due to a knock, is doubtful. Cedric Kouadio is likely to replace him in the starting lineup.
Probable Starting XI: Ondoa; Balodis, Prenga, Lipuscek, Mares; Panic, Markhiev; Ikaunieks, Kigurs, Kouadio; Diomande
Bodo/Glimt
Bodo/Glimt have several injury concerns, including Omar Elabdellaoui, Runar Espejord, Syver Skeide, Sondre Sorli, Daniel Bassi, and Nino Zugelj. Brice Wembangomo is also likely to miss the match due to a hamstring…
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Author : editors@footballcritic.com (Jake Skudder)
Publish date : 2024-07-31 05:30:00
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