HJK Helsinki vs FK Qarabag Prediction: Europa League on 17.08.2023

HJK will host Qarabag at the Bolt Arena on Thursday for the second leg of the third qualifying round of the Europa League, with kickoff slated for 16:00 GMT.

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Key Highlights

HJK will be pleased with their performance away to Qarabag despite losing 2-1. The game was goalless in the first half of the first leg. The hosts took the lead in the 55th minute via Leandro Andrade before HJK leveled the match through an Anthony Olusanya strike. Qarabag struck the winning goal in the 85th minute via Olavia Vieira dos Santos Junior.

With the match at 2-1 on aggregate, HJK will feel they are well-positioned to leverage the home advantage to turn the tie around on Thursday. They will look to be imposing and dominant in their approach.

Qarabag will be happy with their first-leg win and one-goal aggregate win. However, they will know that the tie is not settled and that Thursday’s second leg will be decisive.

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While Qarabag will look to play on the front foot, they will be aware of the attacking threat posed by HJK. Solidity and compactness will be crucial for both sides.

Injury Report

Neither side has reported injury worries or suspensions ahead of their match on Thursday.

Prediction

HJK and Qarabag will fight to a draw, with Qarabag progressing on aggregate.

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