- Brommapojkarna (W) have won 1 and lost 2 of their 3 home games in Damallsvenskan, averaging 1.00 goals scored per match.
- IK Uppsala (W) have been much more solid, but still have just 5 points from 5 games, occupying 8th place in the Damallsvenskan.
Style clash in Stockholm
Damallsvenskan new boys Brommapojkarna (W) have made a shaky start to the season, finding themselves in 13th with just 3 points from 5 matches; they come into this matchup with 2 consecutive defeats and just 1 win from their last 5.
In a matchup which is a regular fixture in the Swedish top-flight, the intrigue is added by the contrasting styles employed by these two sides, which should lead to an exciting game on Saturday. According to our Brommapojkarna (W) vs IK Uppsala (W) prediction, Daniel Gunnars’ side prefer to play a youthful, high-tempo 4-3-3, pushing wide, playing vertically and pressing ferociously after winning the ball back.
In contrast, Hanna Spets’ IK Uppsala (W) have been more pragmatic, sitting in a compact 4-1-4-1, looking to soak up pressure and counter on occasion; they have been a little more effective so far in the season, but still have plenty to improve on.
Inconsistency to continue
Neither side has found much consistency this season, but the Brommapojkarna (W) vs IK Uppsala (W) preview notes that IK Uppsala (W)’s lack of away form is particularly troubling, with their 2 away games yielding 0 wins and 6 goals conceded.
IK Uppsala (W)’s last 5 matches have seen them win 1, draw 2 and lose 2, with their only win coming against the struggling Vittsjoe GIK, in a routine 3-0 home victory. This Brommapojkarna (W) vs IK Uppsala (W) prediction suggests they’ll be looking to end their winless run away from home against an inconsistent Brommapojkarna (W).
Ida Bengtsson is the main attacking threat for the home side, scoring 2 of their 4 Damallsvenskan goals this term, while Aelvali Lindstroem has been the sharpest shooter for IK Uppsala (W), scoring 2 in 5. Our Brommapojkarna (W) vs IK Uppsala (W) betting tips recommend Both Teams to Score, given both sides’ leaky defences and attacking intent.
No clear favourite
Although Brommapojkarna (W) enter this game as favorites at 1.67, their poor form combined with Uppsala’s resilience suggests that the game could be a lot closer than the bookmakers have priced it. IK Uppsala (W) are big 4.53 long shots, while the draw sits at 3.7, and a draw would give the visitors a valuable point on Saturday.
The last two games between these sides ended in a draw, and neither side has been able to gain the upper hand in their short history. The outcome here will depend largely on whether or not Uppsala can weather Brommapojkarna’s wide pressing and whether they can create chances on the counter.
