Brann vs St. Mirren Prediction: Lineups, Team News, Injury And Preview

Brann vs St. Mirren Prediction: SK Brann are expected to secure a 2-0 victory over St. Mirren, advancing with a 3-1 aggregate score in this Europa Conference League qualifier.

The Europa Conference League third qualifying round second leg between SK Brann and St. Mirren is set to unfold at the Brann Stadion in Bergen, Norway. With the aggregate score delicately poised at 1-1, both teams are vying for a coveted spot in the playoff round.

Match Preview and Tactical Breakdown

Brann enter this crucial fixture with the advantage of home support, looking to capitalize on their strong domestic form. The Norwegian side, currently sitting third in the Eliteserien, have shown remarkable resilience, going unbeaten in their last six outings across all competitions.

St. Mirren face a challenging task away from home. The Scottish outfit will be buoyed by their late equalizer in the first leg but must overcome recent inconsistencies to progress further.

Predicted Brann vs St. Mirren Lineups and Formations

SK Brann Lineup (4-3-3): Dyngeland; Knudsen, Pedersen, Kristiansen, Soltvedt; Kornvig, Kartum,  Myhre; Finne, Heggebo, Castro

Manager Eirik Horneland is likely to stick with the formation that has served Brann well this season. The potential inclusion of top scorer Aune Heggebo in the starting lineup could provide an additional attacking threat.

St. Mirren Lineup (3-5-2): Balcombe; Gogic, Fraser, Iacovitti; Smyth, Rooney, Boyd-Munce, Adeniran, Brown; Ayunga, Olusanya

Stephen Robinson may opt for a more defensive setup away from home, with Toyosi Olusanya expected to start after his crucial goal in the first leg.

Key Players to Watch

For Brann, all eyes will be on Bard Finne, whose prolific goalscoring record (24 goals in 34 domestic appearances last season) makes him a constant threat. Felix Myhre, who found the net in the first leg, will be crucial in controlling the midfield.

St. Mirren will look to the in-form Toyosi Olusanya to provide their attacking impetus, while Oisin Smyth could play a pivotal role in creating chances from an advanced midfield position.

Recent Form and Statistics

SK Brann: D-D-D-W-W-D

• Unbeaten in their last 6 matches
• Scored at least 2 goals in 5 of their last 7 home matches
• Goals scored this season (all competitions): 28
• Goals conceded: 22

St. Mirren: D-D-W-W-D-L

• Failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 3 matches
• Goals scored this season (all competitions): 4

Player Focus

• Bard Finne (SK Brann): 6 goals this season
• Niklas Castro (SK Brann): Highest-rated player in the previous match with a 7.9 rating
• Toyosi Olusanya (St. Mirren): 3 goals in 5 appearances this season
• Marcus Fraser (St. Mirren): Highest-rated St. Mirren player in the previous match with a 7.1 rating

Head-to-Head Record

The 1-1 draw in the first leg marked the first-ever encounter between these two sides, adding an element of unpredictability to this fixture.

Injury Updates

As of the latest reports, neither team has any confirmed injuries or suspensions for this crucial match.

Where to Watch Live?

For viewers in Norway, the match will be broadcast live on VG+. As of now, no broadcasts have been confirmed for other top-tier countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, and Italy. Fans should check local listings closer to the match date for any updates.

Prediction and Analysis

Given Brann’s strong home record and St. Mirren’s recent defensive frailties, the Norwegian side appears to have a slight edge. However, the Scottish team’s ability to score late in the first leg demonstrates their resilience.

Brann vs St. Mirren Prediction is SK Brann 2-0 St. Mirren (3-1 on aggregate)

This scoreline would see Brann advance to the playoff round, but St. Mirren’s unpredictability means an upset cannot be ruled out.

As the Europa Conference League journey continues, this match promises to be a closely contested affair. With European progression at stake, both teams will be giving their all in what could be a memorable night of football in Bergen. The combination of Brann’s home advantage and recent goal-scoring form against St. Mirren’s fighting spirit sets the stage for an intriguing battle.

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