Brann vs Häcken: UEFA Champions League Qualifying Prediction (14.08.2025)

On Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 16:00 UTC, in Bergen, Norway, the second leg of the UEFA Europa League qualifying semi-finals will take place between Brann and Häcken. Bookmakers see the home side as clear favorites, with average odds of 1.52 for a win versus 5.70 for the visitors. A draw is priced at 4.60.

Brann

The “Reds” had a successful first match against Häcken, winning away by a two-goal margin. Given the odds for the return leg, this result brings them significantly closer to reaching the Europa League qualifying final. Overall, Brann look solid, having hit good form and competing for a top-three spot in the domestic league.

In European competition, the team started in the second round of UEFA Champions League qualifying. However, their clash with Austrian side Salzburg showed they are not yet at Champions League level, losing 2:5 on aggregate. Against lower-ranked opponents, though, Brann have been far more comfortable.

Häcken

The “Wasps” are already having a mediocre season, and competing on two fronts has made things worse. The team have struggled with the schedule’s demands — for example, after their first match against Anderlecht, Häcken suffered a heavy 1:6 defeat to Djurgården in the Swedish league. A win over Anderlecht in the return leg was their only victory in a six-match stretch. In the league, they sit around 10th place and concede in almost every game.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Last week was the first-ever meeting between these sides. Brann won 2:0 away. Statistically, the Norwegian side’s dominance wasn’t huge: possession — 56%, shots — 16:10, shots on target — 4:3.

Prediction

For Brann – Häcken, the prediction is for a low-scoring match. The home side are satisfied with the current score and won’t rush the game. Brann can afford to play at a measured pace, while the visitors are in poor form and lack attacking sharpness. Suggested bet: total goals under 3.5 at odds of 1.71.