Today Soccer Prediction Thursday 6th March 2025

Copenhagen vs Chelsea FC, UEFA – Europa Conference League, Parken Stadium, 18:45

Chelsea’s pursuit of Conference League success continues on Thursday as they head to Parken Stadium to face Danish team Copenhagen in the first leg of their round of 16 matchup.

The home side defeated Bundesliga club Heidenheim 4-3 on aggregate in their round of 16 playoff tie after finishing 18th in the league phase with eight points, whereas the Blues finished first with 18 points from a possible 18.

Copenhagen faced Heidenheim in the first leg on February 13, losing 2-1. However, they progressed after a 3-1 victory in the second leg, which included extra time on February 20. Their performance deserves recognition for generating six significant chances, while their German rivals managed only two.

The hosts are currently first in the Danish top flight with 40 points and have qualified for the championship playoffs, and they will be hoping to better their third-placed finish in 2023-24.

Copenhagen’s record at Parken Stadium is excellent considering they have been defeated in just one of their nine most recent matches at home, achieving victory in six of those fixtures.

Meanwhile, Chelsea were the only team to collect maximum points in the league phase, and they were also the highest scorers, having found the back of the net on 26 occasions.

Due to the visitors ‘ poor form and defensive frailty, Copenhagen will feel they can threaten Chelsea’s backline.

Despite their recent struggles, the Blues remain strong favorites due to the quality available to Maresca. It would be quite surprising if the hosts were able to defeat Chelsea.

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