Brann vs PAOK preview

Europe flag 2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe
Brann Stadion Thu, 27 Aug - 5:00 PM
Europa Conference League
BrannSKB
PAOKPKT
KICKOFF : Thu, 27 Aug - 5:00 PM
Play-offs Leg 2 of 2 Aggregate : 1 - 1

CONTEXT

Brann welcomes PAOK to the Brann Stadion for a crucial Europa Conference League play-off encounter. The home side enters with a higher form score than their visitors, suggesting recent consistency in results. PAOK holds the edge in overall power rating, positioning them as the stronger squad on paper. Both teams operate in an international cup setting where tactical discipline often decides progression. Brann aims to leverage home advantage through organized pressing and quick transitions. PAOK counters with greater squad depth and experience in European fixtures. The match promises intense midfield battles and opportunities from wide areas. Defensive structures will face tests against set-piece threats and counter-attacks. Players must maintain focus across both halves to secure a favorable outcome.

TL;DR

  • Structural: Brann deploys a compact defensive block at home while PAOK favors a balanced 4-2-3-1 shape.
  • Form: Brann posts a superior form score of 26.67 compared to PAOK's 16.67 in recent outings.
  • Squad: PAOK carries the higher power rating at 79.29 against Brann's 71.01, marking them the stronger unit.
  • Efficiency: Both sides show limited data on conversion rates with efficiency metrics unavailable for this fixture.
  • Transition: Brann looks to exploit quick breaks while PAOK relies on controlled build-up from the back.
  • Set pieces: Set-piece data remains low confidence for both teams with proxy metrics indicating minimal prior reliance.
  • xVariable: Home venue advantage at Brann Stadion could influence momentum in this international cup clash.
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: 71 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.

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
71.01
79.29
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Brann
PAOK
Power Score
71.01
79.29
League Position
-
-
Global Rank
226
81

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: 2026-08-21T01:39:14+00:00

General Information

Date & Time
Aug 27, 2026, 05:00 PM
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
19
Alexander Jeremejeff
Alexander Jeremejeff 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

The second leg at Brann Stadion sets up an intriguing clash where home organization meets away experience. Brann must channel their stronger recent form into sustained pressure from the opening whistle. PAOK will look to assert their power advantage through midfield control and clinical finishing. Tactical adjustments in transitions could prove decisive as both teams seek to dominate key zones. Set-piece awareness remains essential given the physical nature of such encounters. Squad rotation and fresh legs may tilt the balance in later stages. Overall the contest highlights contrasting strengths that promise a competitive resolution.