FC Copenhagen vs SC Braga
Copenhagen cruise to comfortable win
A commanding 3-0 victory sees FC Copenhagen put Braga to the sword.
FC Copenhagen delivered a dominant performance in the UEFA Europa Conference League, securing a 3-0 win over SC Braga. M. Elyounoussi opened the scoring shortly after the break, setting the tone for the home side. A. Cornelius then sealed the deal with a brace in the second half, ensuring a comprehensive victory. Fipster's prediction of a home win was on the money, though the margin of victory exceeded expectations.
Outcome probability
This group stage encounter between FC Copenhagen and SC Braga promises a tactical battle with both sides boasting solid recent records in the competition. Expect a closely fought match where a single goal could make all the difference.
Match factors
FC Copenhagen's home scoring strength
FC Copenhagen averages 3.67 goals per home game, well above league average, boosting their scoring chances
Robert's strong recent scoring form
Robert has scored 4 goals in 6 games this season, showing consistent threat in attack
Gabriel Pereira's attacking threat from defense
Gabriel Pereira scores at a rate far above league average for defenders, adding unexpected offensive options
Ricardo Horta's efficiency despite limited starts
Horta has 3 goals and 2 assists in 4 appearances but no starts, indicating high impact if selected
No confirmed injuries for either team
Both teams have full squads available, so no key absences affect tactical plans
The context
FC Copenhagen have been impressive in this competition so far, with 4 wins and 2 draws from 6 matches, scoring 17 goals and conceding 6. SC Braga have also shown defensive resilience, remaining unbeaten with 4 wins and 2 draws, conceding no goals in their 6 games. Both teams enter this fixture with strong form, setting the stage for a tight contest.
Key insights
Robert
FC Copenhagen
Robert’s goal scoring rate is well above average for a midfielder, making him a key attacking threat at home.
UEFA Europa Conference League 26/274 goals in 6 appearances, 0.67 goals/game
M. Elyounoussi
FC Copenhagen
Elyounoussi’s perfect home scoring record with 3 goals in 3 games highlights his importance in Copenhagen’s attack.
UEFA Europa Conference League 26/273 goals in 3 home games, 0.5 goals/game overall
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Gabriel Pereira
FC Copenhagen
Pereira adds unexpected offensive options from defence, scoring 2 goals in 4 games and contributing to the attack.
UEFA Europa Conference League 26/272 goals in 4 appearances
Ricardo Horta
SC Braga
Despite limited starts, Horta’s efficiency with 3 goals and 2 assists in 4 appearances makes him Braga’s key offensive threat.
UEFA Europa Conference League 26/273 goals and 2 assists in 4 appearances
Analysis
The prediction leans towards a home win for FC Copenhagen, supported by their higher aggregate probability of 54.5% compared to a 30% chance of a draw and 13% for an away win. The most likely scoreline is 1-0, reflecting a match where Copenhagen’s attacking threat, led by midfielders Robert and M. Elyounoussi, could break down Braga’s solid defence. Braga’s key forward Ricardo Horta, despite limited starts, remains a potent threat, but Copenhagen’s defensive organisation and home scoring strength give them the edge.
Key facts
- 1.FC Copenhagen have 4 wins and 2 draws in 6 matches in this competition.
- 2.SC Braga remain unbeaten with 4 wins and 2 draws, conceding no goals.
- 3.1-0 is the most probable fulltime scoreline for this match.
- 4.FC Copenhagen average 3.67 goals per home game in this competition.
- 5.Robert has scored 4 goals in 6 appearances this season for Copenhagen.
- 6.M. Elyounoussi has 3 goals in 3 home games, showing strong home form.
- 7.Ricardo Horta has 3 goals and 2 assists in 4 appearances for Braga despite no starts.
Prediction
We expect FC Copenhagen to clinch a narrow 1-0 victory. The home side’s ability to score consistently at home, combined with their solid defensive record, should be enough to see off SC Braga in this group stage fixture.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — FC Copenhagen
Away — SC Braga
The verdict
In summary, this match is set to be a tight affair with FC Copenhagen’s home advantage and attacking midfielders likely to tip the scales. A single goal could settle the contest, making it a must-watch for fans of tactical football and close encounters.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Elyounoussi
Wind
Huseinbašić
Dadason
Elyounoussi
Goal Disallowed - offside
Robert
Král
Markgráf
Yellow Card
Barcia
João Moutinho
Cornelius
Assist: Meling
Clem
Travassos
Hunor Vajk Németh
Yellow Card
Cornelius
Assist: Maseko
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Panathinaikos | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 6 |
| 5 |  Brighton | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 4 |
| 6 |  FC Copenhagen | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 4 |
| 7 |  Universitatea Craiova | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 4 |
| 33 |  KuPS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 34 |  SC Braga | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 0 |
| 35 |  Inter Club d'Escaldes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -4 | 0 |
Match Statistics
FC Copenhagen
4-4-1-1Starting XI
- 1D. RamajG
- 2F. BeijmoD
- 6A. MarkgráfD
- 10M. ElyounoussiF
- 12T. MasekoM
- 16RobertM
- 20J. SuzukiD
- 24B. MelingD
- 33A. KrálM
- 36W. ClemM
- 39V. DadasonF
Substitutes
- 4A. SørensenD
- 7M. CarrizoF
- 13R. HuescasD
- 14A. CorneliusF
- 15M. LópezD
- 27T. DelaneyM
- 28Hunor Vajk NémethM
- 31R. RúnarssonG
- 44G. VianneyF
- 45G. OlsenM
- 51T. Breum-HarildG
SC Braga
3-4-1-2Starting XI
- 7Diogo TravassosM
- 8João MoutinhoM
- 14G. LagerbielkeD
- 19J. WindF
- 21Ricardo HortaM
- 22Sergio BarciaD
- 23D. HuseinbašićF
- 26B. Arrey-MbiD
- 29J. GorbyM
- 31Bernardo FontesG
- 34E. TıknazF
Substitutes
- 2Víctor GómezD
- 6Vitor CarvalhoM
- 9Fran NavarroF
- 10Pau VictorF
- 11Gabriel SilvaF
- 12Tiago SáG
- 16Tomás MarquésM
- 17J. MiloševićF
- 20M. DorgelesM
- 37A. BarišićD
- 44A. BajramiD
- 50Diego RodriguesM
FC Copenhagen
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birger Meling | D | 83 | 7.3 | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | — |
| Diant Ramaj | G | 83 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Felix Beijmo | D | 83 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mohamed Elyounoussi(C) | F | 62 | 7.2 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1/3 |
| Junnosuke Suzuki | D | 83 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Robert | M | 70 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 2/3 |
| William Clem | M | 83 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| Viktor Bjarki Dadason | F | 61 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Ákos Markgráf | D | 83 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Thapelo Maseko | M | 83 | 6.2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 0/2 |
| Alex Král | M | 70 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/2 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Marcos López | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Asger Sørensen | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hunor Németh | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Maher Carrizo | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gunnar Orri Olsen | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tobias Breum-Harild | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Geovanni Vianney | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Andreas Cornelius | F | 22 | 7.7 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Rodrigo Huescas | D | 13 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Thomas Delaney | M | 13 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
SC Braga
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demir Ege Tıknaz | F | 83 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Jonas Wind | F | 60 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Sergio Barcia | D | 75 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Diogo Travassos | M | 83 | 6.7 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1/4 |
| Bright Arrey-Mbi | D | 83 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| João Moutinho | M | 75 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Denis Huseinbašić | F | 60 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Jean-Baptiste Gorby | M | 83 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Ricardo Horta(C) | M | 83 | 6.6 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| Bernardo Fontes | G | 83 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gustaf Lagerbielke | D | 83 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Fran Navarro | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Vítor Carvalho | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tiago Sá | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Adrian Leon Barišić | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Adrian Bajrami | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Diego Rodrigues | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mario Dorgeles | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tomás Marqués | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gabriel Silva | F | 23 | 6.7 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Pau Víctor | F | 23 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jovan Milošević | F | 8 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Victor Gómez | D | 8 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Prediction Q&A
- Who did Fipster predict to win FC Copenhagen vs SC Braga?
- Fipster's AI model predicted FC Copenhagen to win against SC Braga.
- What score did Fipster predict for FC Copenhagen vs SC Braga?
- Fipster predicted a final score of FC Copenhagen 1–0 SC Braga.
- What were the win probabilities for FC Copenhagen vs SC Braga?
- Fipster's model gave FC Copenhagen a 46% chance of winning, SC Braga a 27% chance, and a 27% chance of a draw.
- How confident was Fipster in this prediction?
- Fipster's model assigned this prediction 46% confidence — a medium-confidence call.