Varnamo vs Hacken Prediction 20.07.2024

• 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.