Derry City will welcome KuPS Kuopio to the Brandywell on Thursday at 18:45 GMT for the first leg of the Europa Conference League’s second qualifying round.
Key Highlights
Derry City were in action in the FAI Cup last Sunday against Athlone Town. They ran out comfortable 3-0 winners. In the previous European action, Derry City overcame HB over two legs to make it into the second qualifying round. They drew in the first leg 0-0 before winning the home leg 1-0, thus prevailing 0-1 on aggregate.
Derry City will look to be dynamic in their approach in this match to bolster their chances of scoring goals. They will play on the front foot and look to dominate the ball. This will allow them to control the play and create many goalscoring chances.
Bet hereKuPS Kuopio will look to be compact and solid in their approach. They will defend deep and narrow. The pragmatic approach will allow them to ensure that their defenders are not exposed, thus frustrating the attacking play by Derry City.
Injury Report
Neither camp has reported new injury or suspension worries ahead of their match on Thursday.
Prediction
Derry City will win the home leg on Thursday. They will take the advantage into the second leg next week.
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