Prediction: Breidablik vs Shamrock Rovers

Verdict: Draw

Best odds: 47/20

Bookmaker: ZetBet

The second leg of the Champions League first-round qualifying tie between Shamrock Rovers and Breidablik promises to be an intriguing encounter. With the Icelandic side holding a narrow 1-0 advantage from the first leg in Ireland, Shamrock Rovers will be eager to overturn the deficit and progress to the next round.

Breidablik

Breidablik’s recent form and success in the preliminary rounds indicate that they are a well-organized and competitive team. The narrow victory against Shamrock Rovers in the first leg of the first-round qualifying tie will give them confidence heading into the second leg at home.

Their ability to secure wins in consecutive matches, including their league fixture against Fram, shows that they are in good shape and capable of producing positive results under pressure.

As they aim to win a two-legged Champions League qualifying tie for the first time in their history, Breidablik will be highly motivated and determined to put on a strong performance in front of their home crowd. The opportunity to progress further in the prestigious competition will serve as a major incentive for the players and coaching staff.

Team News

The absence of Stefan Ingi Sigurdarson will be felt by Breidablik, as he is a talented player who recently completed a move to Patro Eisden in Belgium. However, Breidablik’s manager Oskar Hrafn Thorvaldsson will likely field a similar lineup to the one that started the first leg, as he looks to build on their 1-0 advantage over Shamrock Rovers.

August Hlynsson’s goal in the league victory over Fram will certainly boost his chances of retaining his place in the starting XI. His performance in that match could earn him the manager’s trust and potentially secure him a spot in the lineup for the crucial Champions League qualifying tie against Shamrock Rovers.

Shamrock Rovers

Shamrock Rovers will be looking to bounce back from their recent poor form as they head into the crucial second leg against Breidablik in Champions League qualifying. The League of Ireland leaders have not won any of their last three competitive matches, and they will be well aware that only a victory will see them progress to the next round.

Having had nearly a week to prepare for the return leg, Shamrock Rovers will be hoping to put their away struggles in UEFA competition behind them. They have won just two of their last 14 away European ties, which makes the task of overturning the 1-0 deficit in Iceland even more challenging.

However, the team may find some inspiration from their previous trip to Iceland in June 2017, where they managed to secure a 1-0 victory against Stjarnan in Europa League qualifying. That result will serve as a reminder that they are capable of producing positive outcomes on the road in European competitions.

Team News

As they head into the crucial second leg against Breidablik in Champions League qualifying, the Rovers will have to cope without the services of Neil Farrugia and Trevor Clarke, who are both sidelined due to injury.

However, there is some positive news for the team, as Lee Grace, who was an unused substitute in the first leg after returning from a three-game absence, is now in contention to start in Tuesday’s contest. His presence in the defense will be valuable for the team’s defensive solidity.

In attack, Rory Gaffney has proven to be one of Shamrock Rovers’ main goal threats, and he will likely lead the line again in the second leg. Joining him in the frontline could be Graham Burke, who will aim to provide support and create scoring opportunities for the team.

Conclusion

Shamrock Rovers will face an uphill battle in the second leg against Breidablik in Iceland, especially considering their recent struggles in European away games. While they may produce a battling performance to try and overturn the deficit, securing a win away from home may prove to be a challenging task.

Given their track record and the strength of the opposition, a draw could be a more realistic outcome for Shamrock Rovers. That would, of course, mean Breidablik going through to the next round.

Verdict: Draw

Best odds: 47/20

Bookmaker: ZetBet