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Bologna -204
Home support and familiarity can be a decisive factor, especially in knockout ties where pressure ramps up.
This tactical edge matters under pressure.
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1. Bologna Holds First-Leg Advantage
- Bologna won the first leg at Brann 1-0, giving them a clear edge going into the return fixture. In two-leg knockout ties, teams that win the first leg at home historically advance most of the time.
- This means they can approach the second leg with control - often forcing the opponent to open up to chase the tie.
2. European Form Favors Bologna
- Bologna are unbeaten in their last 8 Europa League matches, including wins in 4 of the previous 5. That’s solid functional form in continental competition.
- Conversely, Brann are without a win in their last 6 Europa League games, and historically struggle against Italian opposition - they’re winless in their last 4 European meetings with Serie A clubs.
3. Home Advantage Is Significant
- Bologna’s home record in UEFA competitions is strong - they’ve lost only 2 of their last 31 European home matches and are tough to break down at Stadio Renato Dall’Ara.
Home support and familiarity can be a decisive factor, especially in knockout ties where pressure ramps up.
4. Brann’s Limitations Away From Home
- Brann historically struggle in European away fixtures - they’ve won only 3 of their last 20 UEFA away matches and are generally susceptible to quality attacks.
- They also failed to score in the first leg, highlighting that Bologna’s defense can frustrate them - especially if Bologna approaches the second leg with game control
5. Simulators & Model Odds Support Bologna
- Simulated predictions show Bologna at around ~66% win probability, with draw and away wins far less likely.
- Typical scoreline simulations most common are 1-0 or 2-0 in Bologna’s favor - showing both solid defense and the ability to score just enough.
6. Tactical & Squad Context
- While both teams have absentees, Bologna’s overall squad depth and quality in Serie A is superior to Brann’s - especially in a two-leg tie where control and game management matter.
This tactical edge matters under pressure.
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