The Matchday 3 clash in the Europa League 2025/26 between Brann (Norway) and Rangers (Scotland) will take place on October 23 at the Brann Stadium in Bergen. Brann vs. Rangers: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Brann
Freyr Alexandersson's side has been performing as expected in the group stage. The team predictably lost in the first round away to Lille (1-2) and then managed to secure a win at home against Utrecht (1-0). The victory over the Dutch team marked their third win in the last four Europa League matches. After two matches in the main round, the Scandinavians are in 17th place.
- In this European competition, the Norwegians have played 10 matches over the last 8 years, drawing only once (5 wins and 4 losses).
- No more than 3 goals have been scored in 6 of Brann's last 7 Europa League games.
- The club has conceded in 4 of their last 5 home matches in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Brann (4-1-4-1)
Mathias Dyngeland – Fredrik Knudsen, Eivind Helland, Denzel de Rouwe, Vetle Dragsnes – Emil Kornvig, Jakob Sørensen, Felix Myhre – Ulrik Mathisen, Saivar Magnusson, Eggert Gudmundsson.
Rangers
The Scots have had an unexpectedly poor start in the main stage of the Europa League. The team began with a home defeat to Genk (0-1), followed by an away loss to Sturm (1-2). As a result, the club, along with five other teams, sits at the bottom of the standings with zero points. It's also worth noting that Rangers have been unable to win in this European competition for five matches (1 draw and 4 losses).
In early October, the club's management dismissed Russell Martin. A new head coach has yet to be appointed, with Steven Smith currently serving as interim manager.
- At least one team failed to score in 4 of the Scots' last 5 Europa League games.
- Rangers have conceded in 10 of their last 11 matches in this tournament.
- Two or more goals have been scored in the club's last 9 away matches in this European competition.
Forward Mohamed Diomande is out due to suspension.
Predicted lineup for Rangers (4-2-3-1)
Jack Butland – John Souttar, James Tavernier, Derek Cornelius, Jaden Megoma – Nicolas Raskin, Connor Barron – Jaydi Gassama, Mikey Moore, Oliver Antman – Youssef Chermiti.
Referee
Vasilias Fotias (Greece)
Matches – 12 (International matches, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 46;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.8;
Red cards shown – 2;
Average fouls per match – 23;
Penalties – 33%.
Brann vs. Rangers: Match Prediction
This is a match between teams of roughly equal strength, making it difficult to predict a winner. I believe it's more worthwhile to focus on the scoring potential of both teams. The Norwegians are strong at home, having failed to score in only one of their last 10 home matches in European competitions. However, they have also conceded in 9 of their last 11 home games on the continental stage.
The Scots need to improve their game. Their current standing is clearly unsatisfactory, and to climb the table, they need to pay more attention to their attack. Rangers have scored in 8 of their last 9 away Europa League matches. However, their defense has not impressed, conceding in their last 6 away games in this tournament.
My prediction: Both teams to score – yes
