Breidablik take on the visitors Copenhagen in the first leg of UEFA Champions League qualification quarterfinals. The match will be played on Tuesday, July 25th at Kópavogsvöllur (Kópavogur).
Breidablik have earned the right to host the Scandinavian derby in this round. Blikar are not the most successful team, even by Icelandic standards. However, every trophy is essential for them, especially the 2022 championship, only the second in their history (previously won in 2010, but now they are significantly trailing the current leader, Vikingur from Reykjavik). This achievement has also secured their qualification for the European competitions. Previously, they participated in the Conference League, where in 2021 and 2022, they were eliminated in the third qualifying round after overcoming two previous rounds. Currently, the Icelandic team has already progressed past three opponents. They had convincing victories over Tre Penne and Buducnost in the preliminary round, which was held in Iceland. They then triumphed over Shamrock Rovers, winning 1-0 in Ireland and 2-1 at home.
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Copenhagen can be considered a regular participant in the tournament. The Lions were founded in 1991. In the previous season, they secured their 15th national championship title, defeating Nordsjaelland in a tough battle, thus equaling the national record. Now, they aim to make an impact on the international stage. The Danish team has a good history in such competitions and has participated in the Champions League group stage on multiple occasions. In the previous edition, they successfully advanced past Trabzonspor in the qualifiers. While they finished last in their group, they managed to draw all their home matches against Sevilla, Borussia (Dortmund), and even the eventual winners, Manchester City. However, they have lost several key players, including the young Icelander, Hauksson Haraldsson, who was bought by Lille for 12 million. Kaufmann also brought in 2.7 million but played in Germany. On the other hand, they acquired the younger Larsson from Schalke. However, the former Spartak striker only scored four goals in 12 matches in the Danish championship – a moderate performance compared to his illustrious father, Henrik.
In 2014 and 2022, the Icelandic and Danish teams played in the unofficial Atlantic Cup. Copenhagen won on both occasions. The guests are much more experienced and stronger. We recommend betting on the Danish champions to win, even in an away match.
Prediction for the match: Copenhagen to win.
