Bologna and Brann are looking to build on their previous victory in the UEFA Europa League last time out when they face each other on Thursday at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara for the fourth matchday.
The Rossoblu are unbeaten in their last five games in all competitions, with three wins and two draws. They got back to winning ways following a 3-1 away victory against Parma in their last Serie A game after back-to-back draws.
On the other hand, the Bergens Stolthet have been shaky in their last two games after going on a three-game winning streak. They have lost back-to-back games in the league, with the recent loss being a 2-1 away defeat against Bryne last weekend.
Read our Bologna vs Brann predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other UEFA Europa League predictions.
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Bologna vs Brann prediction: Home team to win
Key statistics
- Four of the Rossoblu's last five games have ended in a first-half win.
- Bologna have won three of their last five home games.
- Three of their last five games have ended in over 2.5 goals.
Correct score prediction: Bologna 3-1 Brann
Considering the superior quality of the Italian side, coupled with their home advantage, Bologna will secure a 3-1 victory in this Europa League clash. The hosts have shown that they can score on their home ground in recent games and will test Brann’s defence in this clash. We predict a win for the Rossoblu, who will be looking for their second win in the competition.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Bologna FC are clear favourites
- Home: 2/5 (1.40) – 71.4%
- Draw: 19/5 (4.80) – 20.8%
- Away: 6/1 (7.00) – 14.3%
Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.
With Bologna looking for their second win in this competition, the bookmakers have made them the favourites for this encounter. They have been given 1.40 odds, giving them a 71.4% chance of victory according to bookmakers, while a draw is valued at 4.80 with a 20.8% probability.
Brann are clear underdogs despite their form and have been given 7.00 odds, which is a 14.3% chance of success. The odds suggest a dominant home performance is expected.
Most recent head-to-head: No record
There is no record of both teams playing any competitive match and they will be facing each other for the first time in this competition. Brann have had a decent run in the Europa League with two wins and one loss, while Bologna claimed their first win in the competition last time out. With both teams facing each other for the first time, the Rossoblu will be aiming to claim a win in their first encounter.
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Bologna preview: New injury concern
Bologna will be without experienced duo Ciro Immobile and Lorenzo De Silvestri, with the latter excluded from the club’s UEFA squad list. They are now joined on the sidelines by Remo Freuler, who recently underwent surgery on a broken collarbone and will be out for several weeks.
Coach Vincenzo Italiano was also recently hospitalised with pneumonia but is expected to return to the touchline after his recovery. Following his return, he still has a deep squad to draw from ahead of the clash.
Predicted lineup: Skorupski (GK), Zortea, Heggem, Vitik, Lykogiannis, Ferguson, Moro, Orsolini, Fabbian, Dominguez & Dallinga
Last five fixtures
- 02.11.25 – Parma 1–3 Bologna
- 29.10.25 – Bologna 0–0 Torino
- 26.10.25 – Fiorentina 2–2 Bologna
- 23.10.25 – FCSB 1–2 Bologna
- 19.10.25 – Cagliari 0–2 Bologna
Brann preview: One new injury added to the list
Brann are expected to have Holm leading the line, with Saevar Atli Magnusson, who found the net against both Lille and Utrecht, sidelined due to a knee injury. Also, Norwegian midfielder Felix Horn Myhre will miss out, adding to the visitors’ absentee list ahead of their trip to Emilia-Romagna.
Predicted lineup: Dyngeland (GK), De Roeve, Knudsen, Helland, Dragsnes, Kornvig, Sorensen, Gudmundsson, Mathisen, Holm & Haaland
Last five fixtures
- 02.11.25 – Bryne 2–1 Brann
- 29.10.25 – Brann 1–2 Bodo/Glimt
- 26.10.25 – Rosenborg 2–3 Brann
- 23.10.25 – Brann 3–0 Rangers
- 18.10.25 – Brann 4–1 Haugesund
Player to watch: Santiago Castro
One player to watch out for in this clash is Santiago Castro, Bologna's striker. The forward has been a key player in the Italian club’s recent matches, having scored two goals in their recent 3-1 win over Parma. He has now scored three goals in his last five starts for his team and his presence in attack would help the Rossoblu against Brann.