Friday 08/08/2014, 19:00, Norway Tippeligaen, Round 19, Brann vs Aalesund

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Brann is still trying to avoid relegation and despite their best efforts, they are yet to leave the dangerous area and move above the psychological threshold. Winning at home against Aalesund would mean a lot for them, while a defeat in front of their fans will pretty much equal relegation at the end of the regular season. The two teams are separated by six points and there are not many rounds left to be played, with any points lost to a direct rival having the potential of tipping the balance.

Brann vs Aalesund Odds

At Expekt

Brann 2.15, Draw 3.50, Aalesund 3.20

Brann vs Aalesund Tips

Brann came painfully close of winning on the road last week, after playing some overly aggressive football against Lillestrom. The hosts were taken by surprise, as they were denied the chance of exercising constant pressure on an otherwise weak defensive. It was the visitors who came out firing on all cylinders and they were at the helm from the first to the last minute.

Brann allowed two goals in a quick succession, but brilliantly rebounded and scored three of their own, before suffering a complete meltdown in overtime. The hosts scored twice to win the match, but it is worth mentioning the fact that the visitors played with a man down for 20 min. Mojsov was sent away the second half as a result of seeing a red card and he will be missing tonight from the starting formation.

On the other hand, the hosts have no reason to change anything, because the team played very well offensively with three strikers. All of them are expected to start from the first minute, against a team that is far less effective up front, therefore the risk of allowing many goals is relatively low.

Aalesund has one of the weakest offensives in the Norwegian first division, with James being the most prolific striker with just three goals. He scored in the last match and his effort was essential for the hosts who won by a narrow margin against another relegation threatened team. This time they would gladly settle for a draw on the road, because that would consolidate their position above the relegation area.

Key Facts

• Aalesund doesn't have a potent offensive and unless they are given numerous chances to send the ball to the opposing net, they are unlikely to score on the road.
• Brann has the upper hand in home games over Aalesund, after winning 7/13 games and losing just twice.

Brann vs Aalesund Prediction

It is hard to back a team that hasn't won in exactly one month, but this is Brann's best chance to break the ice and earn a rare victory in front of their fans. Odds above even value with Expekt make this wager even more tempting, but punters should act now, since bookies will probably revise them downwards.

Bet: Brann @ 2.15 with Expekt