Bologna vs SK Brann Prediction & Picks - Europa League
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by Carlos Zabala | in Europa League Picks
In the Europa League betting odds, Bologna is currently seventh; Vincenzo Italiano's team is on the verge of reaching the round of 16 of a European competition for the first time this millennium. They took the lead with a goal from young Argentine striker Sergio Castro, securing a 1-0 victory against Norwegian side Brann. The tie returns to Italy, and only a draw is enough for the Rossoblu to secure their place in the next round.
With odds around -232, Bologna is favored to win the return leg against Brann as well. This reflects the Italian team's resurgence. It also serves as a historical reminder of Bologna's home dominance in European knockout matches. In the last century, between the 1960s and 1990s, they went undefeated at home in 27 previous knockout ties, an astonishing record.
Even so, finishing eighth in Serie A and qualifying for the Europa League playoffs, but failing to reach the top eight, marks a modest season for the Rossoblu so far. Currently, Bologna's talent-laden squad is valued at over €280 million, up to 10 times more than the squad of the modest Norwegian side Brann, whom they will face on Thursday.
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Bologna vs SK Brann Form
Bologna and SK Brann Latest Matches
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Feb 23, 2026 - Serie A
Feb 19, 2026 - Europa League
Feb 15, 2026 - Serie A
Feb 11, 2026 - Coppa Italia
Feb 8, 2026 - Serie A
Feb 3, 2026 - Serie A
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Feb 23, 2026 - Serie A
Feb 11, 2026 - Coppa Italia
Feb 8, 2026 - Serie A
Feb 3, 2026 - Serie A
Jan 22, 2026 - Europa League
Jan 18, 2026 - Serie A
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Feb 19, 2026 - Europa League
Feb 15, 2026 - Serie A
Jan 29, 2026 - Europa League
Jan 25, 2026 - Serie A
Jan 15, 2026 - Serie A
Jan 10, 2026 - Serie A
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Feb 19, 2026 - Europa League
Jan 29, 2026 - Europa League
Jan 22, 2026 - Europa League
Jan 16, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Dec 11, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 30, 2025 - Eliteserien
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Feb 19, 2026 - Europa League
Jan 22, 2026 - Europa League
Dec 11, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 30, 2025 - Eliteserien
Nov 9, 2025 - Eliteserien
Oct 29, 2025 - Eliteserien
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jan 29, 2026 - Europa League
Jan 16, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Nov 27, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 22, 2025 - Eliteserien
Nov 6, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 2, 2025 - Eliteserien
Bologna against SK Brann : Head to Head (H2H)
50 %
50 %
0 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
Feb 19, 2026 - Europa League
Nov 6, 2025 - Europa League
Bologna against SK Brann Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Substitutes
M. Pessina
F. Ravaglia
DefenderT. Heggem
N. Casale
D. Baroncioni
MidfielderS. Sohm
T. Pobega
N. Cambiaghi
ForwardT. Dallinga
B. Dominguez
R. Orsolini
J. Odgaard
S. Nilsen
M. Klausen
DefenderR. Holten
V. Dragsnes
T. Pedersen
L. Remmem
M. Haaland
N. Wassberg
M. Sande
J. Eikrem
ForwardJ. Laegreid
B. Finne
Missing players
L. De Silvestri
C. Lykogiannis
Most goals and assists
Bologna
SK Brann
F. Bernardeschi
(5 Goals)
E. Kornvig
(3 Goals)
T. Dallinga
(2 Assists)
,
N. Zortea
(2 Assists)
,
N. Cambiaghi
(2 Assists)
, 
J. Rowe
(2 Assists)
B. Finne
(2 Assists)
Bologna - SK Brann Key Points
- Bologna didn't allow Udinese a single clear-cut chance in Monday's match
- Before Thursday, betting sites are offering odds of 12.0 for Bologna to win the Europa League
- Bologna defeated Brann in Norway, completing only 196 passes
- In the first leg, Bologna had 10 shots on goal
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Our Bologna vs SK Brann Prediction
In a season of ups and downs, where Bologna still has to decide whether it will be a memorable campaign or a modest one, facing Brann again offers them the chance to build a three-game winning streak, something they haven't managed since November 2015.
Although Bologna's last five matches haven't resulted in a victory by two or more goals, the Rossoblu have regained their defensive solidity. It's unlikely that an out-of-form team like Brann will have a chance of beating them on Thursday.
Our prediction for Bologna vs Brann is: Both teams not score.
All tips are fully researched and given in good faith, but profits cannot be guaranteed.
