Match Overview
On November 8th, 2023, FC Copenhagen will face off against Manchester United at Parken in a UEFA Champions League Group A match. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Winner – 4.17, Draw – 3.96, Away Winner – 1.91.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have previously met on October 24th, 2023, in the UEFA Champions League group stage where Manchester United emerged victorious with a scoreline of 1-0. This was their first-ever clash against each other.
Local Team’s Recent Form
FC Copenhagen has been performing well in recent matches across various competitions. In their last six games, they have won four matches and drawn one while losing only once. They have scored an impressive total of twelve goals while conceding five during this period.
In the Superliga, FC Copenhagen secured a convincing victory over Randers FC with a scoreline of 4-2 in their most recent match. This win showcases their attacking prowess and ability to find the back of the net consistently.
In terms of their current standing in the UEFA Champions League Group A, FC Copenhagen is currently positioned fourth with one point from three matches played so far. They have scored three goals but conceded five during these fixtures.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Manchester United has also displayed solid form recently, particularly in away matches. Out of their last six away games across all competitions, they have emerged victorious on four occasions and suffered two defeats. During these matches, they scored six goals while conceding eight.
In their most recent Premier League encounter against Fulham, Manchester United secured a hard-fought victory with a solitary goal coming from Bruno Fernandes in stoppage time.
Currently placed third in the UEFA Champions League Group A, Manchester United has accumulated three points from three matches. They have scored six goals but conceded seven in the process.
Key Players Spotlight
For FC Copenhagen, attacker Orri Steinn Óskarsson has been in fine form, contributing eight goals and two assists in twenty-two appearances. His ability to find the back of the net consistently will be crucial for his team’s chances against Manchester United.
Manchester United’s midfielder Bruno Fernandes has been instrumental for his team, providing three goals and two assists in fifteen matches. His creative playmaking abilities and goal-scoring prowess make him a constant threat to opposition defenses.
Statistical Insights
Analyzing recent statistics reveals that both teams have shown proficiency in front of goal. FC Copenhagen has an average of 2.00 goals per game across their last six matches, while Manchester United averages 1.00 goal per game in their last six away fixtures.
Defensively, FC Copenhagen has conceded an average of 0.83 goals per game, whereas Manchester United’s defense has struggled slightly with an average of 1.33 goals conceded per game on the road.
Match Prediction: FC Copenhagen 0 – 1 Manchester United
Considering both teams’ recent form and performances, it is expected to be a closely contested match between FC Copenhagen and Manchester United at Parken Stadium.
However, based on their previous encounter where Manchester United emerged victorious with a clean sheet, they hold a slight advantage going into this match as well. Therefore, our prediction for this fixture is FC Copenhagen 0 – 1 Manchester United
