Rosenborg vs Hammarby: Europa Conference League Prediction (07.08.2025)

On August 7, 2025, at 18:00 CET, the first leg of the Europa Conference League qualification semi-finals will take place between Rosenborg and Hammarby. Bookmakers consider the two Scandinavian sides to be evenly matched. In the opening leg, analysts give a slight edge to the Norwegian hosts, but overall, the odds to progress are 2.10 versus 1.73 in favour of Hammarby. Let’s assess the current form of both teams and offer our prediction.

Rosenborg

The “Little Trolls” still hold the record for the most league titles in Norway, but they have not returned to the top since 2018. Last season, the club finished only in fourth place. Things have not improved much this season: after 18 rounds, the team has collected 30 points and sits outside the top four. Ahead of this match, Rosenborg also suffered a heavy defeat, losing 1–4 to KFUM Oslo.

Their home form, however, is stronger. Rosenborg are unbeaten in nine home league matches this season, although they have drawn four of those. In the previous Conference League qualifying round, the Norwegian side had no problems dispatching Lithuanian club Banga with a 7–0 aggregate score (5–0 at home and 2–0 away).

Hammarby

The Swedish runners-up are in much better form. The team is performing at a steady level and is once again competing near the top of the table, even harbouring hopes of winning the title. After 18 rounds, they have 39 points — just four behind the league leaders. However, Hammarby are clearly stronger at home, with eight wins from ten home games, losing only to current leaders Mjällby. Away from home, they are less consistent, with four wins from eight matches.

In the previous qualifying round, Hammarby faced Belgian side Charleroi. Both legs ended in draws, but the Swedes managed to win in extra time away from home.

Stats and Head-to-Head Record

There is no head-to-head history between the teams. They will be meeting for the first time.

Prediction

In the Rosenborg – Hammarby match, we favour the hosts. The Norwegians are strong at home, while the Swedes are less stable on the road. Therefore, we recommend betting on Rosenborg with a 0 handicap at odds of 1.72.