Brann vs PAOK preview

Europe flag 2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe
Brann Stadion
Europa Conference League
BrannSKB
PAOKPKT
KICKOFF :
Play-offs Leg 2 of 2 Aggregate : 1 - 1

CONTEXT

The second leg of this Europa Conference League play-off pits Brann against PAOK at Brann Stadion with the aggregate locked at 1-1 after the opening draw. PAOK carries the higher power score at 78.99 against Brann's 70.79, marking the visitors as the stronger side on paper. Brann counters with a clear form edge, posting 26.67 to PAOK's 16.67. Both sides operate without domestic league positions or recent outing records, leaving the focus on raw metrics and the knockout context. Set-piece data carries low confidence and relies on proxies, while efficiency and transition figures remain unavailable. The tie's outcome will hinge on how each team manages the return fixture's tactical demands and any late adjustments in personnel or approach.

TL;DR

  • Structural: PAOK holds an 8.2-point power score advantage over Brann heading into the second leg.
  • Form: Brann posts a stronger form score of 26.67 compared to PAOK's 16.67.
  • Squad: No detailed squad composition or availability data is supplied for either team.
  • Efficiency: Efficiency metrics are unavailable owing to the complete absence of xG information.
  • Transition: Transition statistics are not present within the provided dataset for analysis.
  • Set pieces: Set-piece evaluation shows low confidence, proxy usage, and null metrics across both sides.
  • xVariable: No xVariable factors or additional variables appear in the input data.
  • Market: Brann 34.1% (Δ-1.3%) | Draw 27.3% (Δ+0.3%) | PAOK 38.6% (Δ+1%).
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
Jan 25 vs Team A
Feb 1 vs Team B
Feb 8 vs Team C
Brann E. Horneland
E. Horneland
VS
PAOK A. Lisci
A. Lisci
1.6
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
1
1.6 i
Last 6 Opponents
PAOK Rank: 80 D
Apollon Rank: W
Apollon Rank: L
Universitatea Cluj Rank: 72 W
Universitatea Cluj Rank: 70 D
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
1 i
Last 6 Opponents
Brann Rank: 71 D
0
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
0 - 2 - 0
0
No sidelined player data available.

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home Brann
34.11%
Draw
27.28%
Away PAOK
38.6%

Movement

Changes since opening
Brann
-1.26%
Draw
+0.27%
PAOK
+0.98%

Team Power Ranking

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What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
70.79
78.99
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Brann
PAOK
Power Score
70.79
78.99
League Position
-
-
Global Rank
226
83

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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vs
Brann — Opponent-weighted form score
PAOK — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Brann PAOK

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 2 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Brann SKB Home
2 matches
PAOK PKT Away
Match Record
0
Wins
0
2
Draws
2
0
Losses
0
Goals
2
Goals Scored
2
2
Goals Conceded
2
0
Goal Difference
0
Expected Goals
1.19
xG
2.05
2.05
xGA
1.19

Data last updated: 2026-08-23T01:21:34+00:00

General Information

Date & Time
Competition
2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe · Play-offs · Leg 2 of 2 · Aggregate : 1 - 1
Stadium
Brann Stadion
Capacity
17686
Pitch Surface
Grass
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
John Brooks
Neil Davies
Black Antrobus
Thomas Bramall

Squad

Referee : John Brooks

Squad ▼

1
Mathias Lønne Dyngeland
Mathias Lønne Dyngeland Goalkeeper
12
Simen Vidtun Nilsen
Simen Vidtun Nilsen Goalkeeper
36
Håkon Melås Hellesøy
Håkon Melås Hellesøy Goalkeeper
17
Joachim Soltvedt
Joachim Soltvedt Defender
23
Thore Baardsen Pedersen
Thore Baardsen Pedersen Defender
20
Vetle Winger Dragsnes
Vetle Winger Dragsnes Defender
3
Fredrik Pallesen Knudsen
Fredrik Pallesen Knudsen Defender
21
Denzel De Roeve
Denzel De Roeve Defender
15
Jonas Tviberg Torsvik
Jonas Tviberg Torsvik Defender
6
Diop Chiekh Mbacke
Diop Chiekh Mbacke Defender
18
Jakob Lungi Sørensen
Jakob Lungi Sørensen Midfielder
16
Kristian Eriksen
Kristian Eriksen Midfielder
—
Felix Horn Myhre
Felix Horn Myhre Midfielder
10
Kristall Máni Ingason
Kristall Máni Ingason Midfielder
19
Eggert Aron Guðmundsson
Eggert Aron Guðmundsson Midfielder
25
Niklas Jensen Wassberg
Niklas Jensen Wassberg Midfielder
—
Kjartan Már Kjartansson
Kjartan Már Kjartansson Midfielder
—
Lars Bjørnerud Remmem
Lars Bjørnerud Remmem Midfielder
11
Bård Finne
Bård Finne Attacker
22
Sævar Atli Magnusson
Sævar Atli Magnusson Attacker
9
Niklas Castro
Niklas Castro Attacker
26
Rabbi Matondo
Rabbi Matondo Attacker
29
Noah Jean Holm
Noah Jean Holm Attacker
14
Ulrik Mathisen
Ulrik Mathisen Attacker
—
Markus Haaland
Markus Haaland Attacker
7
Julian Lægreid
Julian Lægreid Attacker
Referee : John Brooks

Squad ▼

1
Jiří Pavlenka
Jiří Pavlenka Goalkeeper
99
Antonis Tsiftsis
Antonis Tsiftsis Goalkeeper
54
Konstantinos Balomenos
Konstantinos Balomenos Goalkeeper
41
Dimitrios Monastirlis
Dimitrios Monastirlis Goalkeeper
21
Abdul Rahman Baba
Abdul Rahman Baba Defender
3
Jonjoe Kenny
Jonjoe Kenny Defender
13
Dimitris Giannoulis
Dimitris Giannoulis Defender
32
Greg Taylor
Greg Taylor Defender
6
Aritz Elustondo Irribaria
Aritz Elustondo Irribaria Defender
5
Ioannis Michailidis
Ioannis Michailidis Defender
18
Jonathan Gomez
Jonathan Gomez Defender
97
Dimitris Bataoulas
Dimitris Bataoulas Defender
8
Soualiho Meïté
Soualiho Meïté Midfielder
7
Baptiste Santamaría
Baptiste Santamaría Midfielder
2
Mohamed Mady Camara
Mohamed Mady Camara Midfielder
10
Dimitris Pelkas
Dimitris Pelkas Midfielder
25
Konstantinos Thymianis
Konstantinos Thymianis Midfielder
33
Dimitrios Tsopouroglou
Dimitrios Tsopouroglou Midfielder
20
Christos Zafeiris
Christos Zafeiris Midfielder
23
Tom Alexis Louchet
Tom Alexis Louchet Midfielder
27
Pape Cherif Ndiaye
Pape Cherif Ndiaye Attacker
77
Kiril Despodov
Kiril Despodov Attacker
14
Andrija Živković
Andrija Živković Attacker
9
Fedor Chalov
Fedor Chalov Attacker
11
Taison Barcellos Freda
Taison Barcellos Freda Attacker
47
Shola Shoretire
Shola Shoretire Attacker
22
Taha Abdi Ali
Taha Abdi Ali Attacker
56
Anestis Mythou
Anestis Mythou Attacker
39
Dimitris Berdos
Dimitris Berdos Attacker
52
Dimitrios Chatsidis
Dimitrios Chatsidis Attacker
4
Pantelis Hatzidiakos
Pantelis Hatzidiakos Coach

CONCLUSION

Brann will look to leverage home support and superior form to protect or extend the aggregate, while PAOK must find ways to translate its overall power edge into decisive moments on the road. The lack of granular efficiency and set-piece data adds uncertainty to tactical planning for both coaches. With the tie delicately balanced, disciplined defending and sharp transitions could prove decisive in the closing stages. PAOK's experience in similar knockout scenarios may offer a slight edge in composure, yet Brann's current momentum cannot be overlooked. The outcome will likely rest on small margins and individual quality rather than broad statistical dominance.