Varnamo vs Hacken Prediction 20.07.2024
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- Competition: Sweden - Allsvenskan
- Date: Saturday, 20th, July 2024
- Kickoff: 14:00 UK / 15:00 CEST
- Venue: Finnvedsvallen (Varnamo)
Two teams competing at opposite ends of the table will meet on Saturday afternoon as relegation-threatened Varnamo hosts top-three hopefuls BK Hacken to Finnvedsvallen.
The harsh reality is that Varnamo this season are a mere shadow of the team they were last year when they were on the brink of securing European football, finishing their campaign in fifth, just five points behind fourth-placed Djurgarden. Although it's still the first part of the season, it doesn't seem like the White and Blues will be able to repeat last term's performance, as they have shown a lack of consistency. They have won five, shared points on two occasions and suffered five losses to amass 17 points, which leaves them four points above Kalmar in the playoff relegation spot.
Their next challenge comes in the form of the Hacken side, who have not been delivering the expected results but are still well-positioned to book a European spot this season through the Allsvenskan, as they currently occupy the 4th position with a mediocre 23 points from 15 outings. Indeed, the Wasps would surely be in the title race now if their recent form hadn't experienced a sharp razor-thin decline, managing to collect a paltry seven points from as many league contests, necessitating an urgent response to revive their top-three aspirations.
Varnamo vs Hacken Betting Tips: BTTS
Although eight places separate the two teams, Varnamo could cut the gap to Hacken to just three points with a game in hand, and since both sides will be gunning for all three points, we can expect thrilling football adorned with action and goals. The White and Blues have had no trouble hitting the target lately, having managed to put the ball in the opponent's net in seven of their previous nine Allsvenskan matches. Saturday's hosts will rightfully fancy their chances of scoring, as they go into the clash against a Hacken side that has been one of the most vulnerable at the back, underscored by the fact that they have conceded at least two goals in seven of their last nine outings across all competitions.
A clear example of Hacken's defensive frailties was showcased in their latest outing, where they conceded a shocking five goals, with three of those coming in injury time, leaving little indication that improvements in that area are on the horizon. If we've learned anything, it's that goals are guaranteed when the Wasps are on the pitch, as their last five matches have produced an astonishing total of 28 goals, so another entertaining encounter with the offensively-capable Varnam should be on the cards.
Värnamo vs Hacken Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Värnamo
1 : 0
Hacken
Allsvenskan
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Hacken
3 : 1
Värnamo
Allsvenskan
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Hacken
4 : 1
Värnamo
Allsvenskan
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Värnamo
1 : 2
Hacken
Allsvenskan
Varnamo team news
Heading into this Saturday's contest, Varnamo is devoid of any injury or suspension concerns, giving head coach Anes Mravac the luxury of selecting any player he believes deserves a spot in the starting lineup.
The good news is that midfielder Mohammad Alsalkhadi has recovered from injury, coming off the bench in the final 28 minutes of the loss to Djurgarden after missing five consecutive matches.
Last matches of Värnamo
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Djurgarden
1 : 0
Värnamo
Allsvenskan
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Värnamo
2 : 0
IFK Goteborg
Allsvenskan
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Hammarby
2 : 2
Värnamo
Club Friendlies 3
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Värnamo
1 : 2
Mjallby
Allsvenskan
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Norrkoping
0 : 4
Värnamo
Allsvenskan
Värnamo lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Jonathan Rasheed
Defenders
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3
Viktor Bergh
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24
Emin Grozdanic
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15
Carl Johansson
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5
Victor Larsson
Midfielders
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10
Ajdin Zeljkovic
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6
Hampus Nasstrom
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11
Wenderson
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28
Frank Junior Adjei
Forwards
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14
Gustav Engvall
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9
Johnbosco Samuel Kalu
Hacken team news
Young duo Nikola Zecevic and Isak Brusberg remain sidelined as they continue to recover from early-season injuries, making them the only unavailable players on Pal Aren Johansen's squad list.
Witnessing his team suffer a major defensive blow against Elfsborg last time out, conceding three goals in stoppage time, Hacken's frustrated manager will consider making some changes in the defensive area.
Last matches of Hacken
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Hacken
3 : 5
Elfsborg
Allsvenskan
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Västerås SK
1 : 2
Hacken
Allsvenskan
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Hacken
4 : 1
AIK
Allsvenskan
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Mjallby
2 : 1
Hacken
Allsvenskan
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GAIS
3 : 0
Hacken
Allsvenskan
Hacken lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Andreas Linde
Defenders
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21
Adam Lundkvist
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4
Marius Lode
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5
Even Hovland
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12
Valgeir Lunddal Fridriksson
Midfielders
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27
Romeo Amane
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14
Simon Gustafson
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18
Mikkel Rygaard
Forwards
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28
Zeidane Inoussa
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10
Ali Youssef
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24
Amor Layouni
4 Reasons why we expect BTTS
- Varnamo have scored at least once in seven of their last nine league matches.
- Hacken's last six matches in a row have seen goals scored at both ends of the pitch.
- Hacken have conceded two or more goals in seven of their last nine matches.
- Three out of the last four meetings between these teams have seen BTTS.
Main prediction Värnamo - Hacken
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