Junkeren vs Eidsvold - 2. Division - Group 2

All eyes turn to Nordlandshallen on April 25, 2026 as Junkeren welcome Eidsvold in a 2. Division - Group 2 encounter that promises tension, intrigue and no shortage of subplot. The 74-year-old Hoops boss admitted that "it'll be a bit strange not having the (Celtic) fans in but I'm nervously and excitedly looking forward to it; it's a great fixture" and also spoke about the police visit.

Both Junkeren and Eidsvold will be eager to build momentum when they meet in 2. Division - Group 2. Junkeren have held their own of late, WLLWL in their last five reflecting a steady win rate of 40%. The visitors have been a force on their travels, WLWWL in their last five and a campaign win rate of 75% that demands respect. Their respective approaches this season have differed noticeably, and the tactical contrast could prove telling. If you're Arsenal and wanting to win the Premier League, and you take six points off those teams, then you're near-on winning the Premier League.

How the two sides approach the contest strategically will be key. Junkeren will want to control proceedings in front of their own supporters, while Eidsvold will back themselves to cause problems on the break. That allows him to sweep up possession without necessarily needing to tackle; rather, he pressures and intercepts.

Game-changers are scattered across both line-ups, and the contest may well be decided by which side's match-winners deliver on the day. Discipline at the back and sharpness in front of goal will likely tilt the balance one way or the other. Milan join Napoli and Bournemouth in race for Rennes striker Embolo.

Predicting an outright winner is no easy task given how little separates the two sides on paper. With the sides so closely matched, a 2-2 stalemate looks the most likely way this one ends. With the standings tight and form on the line, this is a fixture neither side will want to lose. Joe Gomez is expected to miss the start of Liverpool's Premier League campaign through injury - but it is not likely to impact the Reds' transfer plans.