Will Qarabag win their second CL game in a row?
The hosts were ecstatic after the first matchday. Qarabag won 3-2 away in Lisbon, securing Azerbaijan’s first Champions League victory in the club’s history. In the Qarabag FC vs. Copenhagen tip, the home side has a realistic chance of securing a second win in a row.
Including the qualifying games, the Atilar have won six of their seven European matches this season. Qurban Qurbanov’s players suffered their only defeat in their last home game against Ferencvaros (2-3). We would be happy to see a repeat of that result in our Qarabag FC vs. Copenhagen prediction.
The Danish representatives also impressed on the first matchday of the Champions League group stage, taking a point off Leverkusen (2-2). It could even have been three points if “Laterkusen” hadn’t scored the much-celebrated equalizer in stoppage time (90+1).
Both teams also had a successful dress rehearsal last weekend. Qarabag warmed up in their own stadium with a 2-0 win over Gabala, while Copenhagen picked up three points in the battle for the national championship with a 2-1 away win over Sönderjyske.
Qarabag FC vs. Copenhagen Prediction AI
Unlike the sports betting providers, our artificial intelligence BETSiE has a clear favorite for this matchup. Analysis of the Qarabag FC vs. Copenhagen betting odds has revealed the following value bet: Copenhagen to win with odds of 2.56 at NEO.bet.
Qarabag FC – Statistics & current form
The hosts have won their last three competitive games in a row. This winning streak began with a 3-2 comeback victory in Lisbon. At halftime, the club from Azerbaijan was already trailing 1-2, but goals from Camilo Duran and Oleksiy Kshchuk silenced the Estadio da Luz in the second half.
For several weeks now, the Reiter’s offense has been virtually unstoppable. Qarabag has scored at least two goals in five of its last six games. During the current winning streak (3 wins in a row), the fans of Qurbanov’s team celebrated a total of ten goals scored by their favorite team.
The club from Azerbaijan can offer more than just underdog football. The 2-2 draw against Benfica Lisbon came about from a calm period of possession and was cleverly prepared with a smart switch of play and a subsequent through ball.
Staying realistic
In the seventh Champions League game of the Qurbanov era, the Riders won their first match in the premier class. The home side even narrowly won the expected goals comparison (1.5:1.48 xG) at the Estadio da Luz. The trick is to assess this comparison realistically.
Qarabag has been winless in six home games in European competitions (1D, 5L) and has lost all of its last four European matches in its own arena. In addition, the hosts have lost three of four direct duels against their Danish opponents.
They are competitive, but every point gained should still be considered a success. Cautious optimism is warranted given the squad available – coach Qurban Qurbanov has the entire team at his disposal for the next Champions League matchday.
Copenhagen – Statistics & current form
Byens Hold have not had many away wins in the Champions League in recent years. The Lions have been waiting for a successful Champions League game outside their home ground at Parken since 2016. The Danish representative’s last successful away game was in Bruges (2-0).
In the Champions League, Copenhagen has won only two of 20 away games (4D, 14L). Nevertheless, according to our AI forecast, there are justified hopes for a third victory. On the first matchday, Jacob Neestrup’s players gained confidence and held Leverkusen to a 2-2 draw. The Lions took the lead twice during the match against the German runners-up.
In the Qarabag FC vs. Copenhagen prediction, Byens Hold are coming off a streak of four consecutive unbeaten Champions League group stage matches (2W, 2D). Previously, the visitors had gone nine consecutive CL matches (league/group stage) without a win.
Convincing attacks
Jacob Neestrup’s team launched many dangerous attacks down the wings against Leverkusen. In most cases, Jordan Larsson initiated the dangerous moves. There have been several convincing performances like the one against B04 this season.
Copenhagen has scored at least twice in each of its last four competitive games. The 2-2 draw against Leverkusen was followed by a 3-3 draw against Silkeborg and two away wins against Lyngby (2-0) and Sönderjyske (2-1). The last two games have shown that away games are not a problem.
The visitors do not have one striker who draws the focus of the entire team. Instead, Neestrup’s team thrives on its good patterns in offensive play, which favors goals from various players. Mohamed Elyounoussi and Jordan Larsson have been the most successful so far, scoring four goals each in the domestic league.
Qarabag FC – Copenhagen Head-to-head record
Copenhagen has won three of the four head-to-head matches. The Danish representative also won the most recent match in the Champions League qualifiers (2-1). Both teams are currently unbeaten in at least four competitive games and are in good form going into the next match.
Qarabag FC – Copenhagen Tip
Qarabag can keep up with the high level of their opponents in the Champions League in individual games. The home side are particularly dangerous in attack and have scored an average of 2.33 goals per competitive game. High-scoring encounters have been frequent recently because Qarabag have sometimes looked overwhelmed in defense.
The Reiter conceded at least one goal in their previous four Champions League appearances (including qualifying matches). All four of these matches ended with “over 2.5 goals” and both teams scoring.
Copenhagen brings great quality to the pitch in attack. Many will also be familiar with summer signing Youssoufa Moukoko, who was on the bench last weekend but started against Leverkusen. We expect both teams to show a lot of commitment and at least three goals in the game.
