The new season of the Danish Superliga kicks off with Aarhus traveling south to play Sonderjyske at Haderslev Football Stadium on Sunday, 20 July.
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Sonderjyske vs Aarhus prediction: A draw the most probable outcome
Key stats
- Sonderjyske ended the 2024/25 season with back-to-back wins.
- The hosts are winless in 18 of their 21 league H2Hs against Aarhus.
- Aarhus have lost each of their previous seven Superliga matches.
- The Whites last recorded a league triumph back in march 2025.
Correct score prediction: Sonderjyske 1-1 Aarhus
Sonderjyske finished ninth last season, 10 points clear of the relegation zone. They enter this match with momentum – winning their final two league games and now unbeaten in four of their five outings. Kolding IF inflicted their only recent defeat. With new signings bolstering Thomas Norgaard’s squad, they’ll relish their home opener against an Aarhus side that showed promise in preseason.
The Whites held Dutch giants to an impressive 1-1 draw, with Stefen Tchamche netting a late equaliser in the friendly. However, their Superliga form is far from remarkable, losing each of their last seven domestic games Expect a tightly contested draw, as we anticipate Sonderjyske to take an early lead before Aarhus equalise, with both teams prioritize avoiding a setback in their opening game of the season.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Away side with the backing
- HOME: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.2%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 1/1 (2.00) – 50%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Sonderjyske are undefeated in seven of their last eight Superliga games, but their home advantage offers little inspiration for bookmakers. They are priced as underdogs would be – with odds of 21/10 (3.10), indicating a 32.2% chance of victory.
For a team winless in seven straight league matches, Aarhus surprisingly stand as favourites to win this clash. The visitors carry straightforward odds of 1/1 (2.00) on their shoulders, suggesting a majority 50% probability of emerging triumphant against a side they’ve beaten thrice on the trot.
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Most recent H2Hs: Aarhus on fire
Sonderjyske have suffered heavy defeats in each of their last three H2Hs, including back-to-back games where they’ve conceded four goals. Aaarhus last lost a competitive match at the hands of the hosts back in April 2022.
Denmark Superligaen 16/02/25
Sonderjyske
AGF Aarhus
Denmark Superligaen 02/08/24
AGF Aarhus
Sonderjyske
Europe Friendlies 13/01/23
AGF Aarhus
Sonderjyske
Europe Friendlies 08/07/22
Sonderjyske
AGF Aarhus
Denmark Superligaen 08/05/22
AGF Aarhus
Sonderjyske
Sonderjyske preview: Hosts at full strength
Thomas Norgaard’s men are in great shape coming into this clash, with no suspension of injury worries.
Predicted lineup: Bundgaard (GK), Klysner, Soulas, Jensen, Duru, Vinderslev, Sommer, Emini, Qamili, Djantou & Hyseni
Denmark Superligaen 11/05/25
L
Silkeborg IF
1
Sonderjyske
0
Denmark Superligaen 05/05/25
D
AaB
2
Sonderjyske
2
Denmark Superligaen 27/04/25
D
Viborg
2
Sonderjyske
2
Denmark Superligaen 20/04/25
W
AaB
2
Sonderjyske
3
Denmark Superligaen 17/04/25
W
Lyngby
0
Sonderjyske
2
Aarhus preview: Couple missing
Jakob Poulsen is expected to miss Jacob Andersen and Gift Links due to injuries.
Predicted lineup: Hansen (GK), Cartensen, Kahl, Molgaard, Carstensen; Poulsen, Madsen, Arnstad, Jorgensen, Mortensen & Tchamche
Denmark Superligaen 11/05/25
L
Randers FC
3
AGF Aarhus
1
Denmark Superligaen 04/05/25
L
Midtjylland
3
AGF Aarhus
1
Denmark Superligaen 27/04/25
L
FC Copenhagen
3
AGF Aarhus
1
Denmark Superligaen 21/04/25
L
FC Copenhagen
3
AGF Aarhus
1
Denmark Superligaen 17/04/25
L
Randers FC
3
AGF Aarhus
1
Player to watch: Magnus Jensen
The 1.96m high centre-back is ready to make his debut for Sonderjyske after his move from Lyngby, where he culminated the last season as the first-team captain. The goalscoring defender has etched his presence in the Danish Superliga and it will be interesting how his move with Sonderjyske takes shape.