{"id":1434571,"date":"2026-02-24T10:34:53","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T10:34:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1434571"},"modified":"2026-02-24T10:34:55","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T10:34:55","slug":"match-preview-bologna-vs-brann-26-02-26-europa-league","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-bologna-vs-brann-26-02-26-europa-league\/","title":{"rendered":"Bologna vs Brann: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Bologna<\/a> welcome Brann for a Europa League<\/a> contest that sees the Italians looking to extend a strong recent head-to-head record, with defensive steel and possession-based football at the heart of their campaign so far. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With just one defeat in eight and a formidable home record, Bologna start as clear favourites as they host a Brann side struggling to convert clean sheets into results. Kick-off is set for 20:00 on Thursday at Stadio Renato Dall’Ara.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on Bologna’s defensive consistency and Brann’s leaky back line, here are our top betting recommendations for this clash. We’re particularly confident in a home win given Bologna’s control in possession and stingy defence, while player cards could offer under-the-radar value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Bologna to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n2\/5 @ Bet365<\/a>
(71.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBologna have conceded just 7 goals in 8 matches and beat Brann away last week. Their pass accuracy and possession numbers signal control against a Brann side with only two wins and a -2 goal difference this season.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Over 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(57.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBrann matches average 3.1 total goals and Bologna’s shot volume (180 this season) suggests they can create chances. Brann’s defence has already leaked 14 goals in 8, so goals could flow if Bologna get in front early.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Bologna finished 14 places and six points ahead of Brann in the group stage, highlighting the Italian sides superiority. This continued into the knockout stage where Bologna ran out 1-0 winners in the first leg to set up this huge second leg clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Bologna<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n+7<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Brann<\/td>\n24<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n2<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n-2<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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