IFK Norrköping vs BK Häcken Prediction: Norrköping possess the attacking ability to score against BK Häcken in this match

2014/15 champions take on the defending champions at the PlatinumCars Arena on Sunday. Previews, possible starting 11, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

IFK Norrköping

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After their title-winning season in 2014/15, IFK Norrkoping's performance in the Allsvenskan have gradually declined. Last year, they had a particularly difficult season, finishing 12th and narrowly avoiding relegation playoffs by just three points. Although the current season started well for them, their recent form has suffered, resulting in a drop in the standings to 8th place with 18 points.

IFK Norrkoping have only managed to earn a single point from their last three matches. They suffered defeats against Kalmar FF (2-1) and Brommapojkarna (0-2), but managed to salvage a 2-2 draw against Djurgarden in their most recent game. In terms of home performances, Norrkoping have won two out of their last six matches in the Allsvenskan. In the remaining four matches, they secured one draw and suffered three defeats, scoring six goals while conceding seven.

While their goal is to achieve European qualification by the end of the season, IFK Norrkoping will need everything to come together for this aspiration to become a reality. Consistency and improved performances will be crucial for them to reach their desired objective.

BK Häcken

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Hacken's success last year, securing their first league title, has set high expectations for them in the current season. Currently sitting in 3rd place with 28 points from 13 games, they are just three points behind the league leaders, Malmo, although they have played one more match than them.

Hacken enter the upcoming match in excellent form, having won their last three matches consecutively. They started with a convincing 4-1 victory over IFK Goteborg, followed by a dominant 2-0 win against Varbergs BoIS FC. Their most recent outing resulted in a comfortable 3-0 triumph over Mjallby.

In their previous six away matches in the Allsvenskan, Hacken have been fairly successful, with three wins, one draw, and two defeats. They have scored a total of ten goals while conceding five. They have also experienced one draw and two defeats during this period.

With their recent form and strong performances, Hacken continue to be a formidable team in the league, and they will aim to maintain their momentum and push for another successful season.

Possible Starting 11

IFK Norrkoping - Oscar Jansson, Anton Eriksson, Marco Lund, Niklas Gunnarsson, Yahya Kalley, Arnor Ingvi Traustason, Jacob Ortmark, Vito Hammershøj-Mistrati, Daniel Eid, Andri Gudjohnsen, Victor Lind.

BK Hacken - Peter Abrahamsson, Valgeir Fridriksson, Simon Sandberg, Even Hovland, Kristoffer Lund, Mikkel Rygaard, Simon Gustafson, Amane Romeo, Momodou Lamin Sonko, Bénie Adama Traoré, Pontus Dahbo.

Expert Betting Tips

IFK Norrköping certainly possess the attacking ability to score against BK Häcken in this match. While they may be capable of finding the back of the net, it is worth noting that BK Häcken have been in good defensive form, conceding only five goals in their previous six away matches in the Allsvenskan. However, IFK Norrköping's recent goal-scoring record has been relatively modest, with six goals scored in their last six home matches.

Considering the offensive potential of both teams, it is possible that IFK Norrköping could manage to score at least one goal in the game. However, the visitors will win full-time.

• W2 for 1.74 odds
• Over 2.5 for 1.60 odds
• BTTS for 1.60 odds