- Midtjylland will be the more aggressive team as they look to press OB off the field.
- OB will aim to keep things calm and composed in midfield in what should be a tactical clash of styles.
- The home side has won the last 3 meetings between the clubs in all Superliga competitions.
Midtjylland look for the opener
This game will be a test of tactical principles as Thomas Thomasberg’s high-intensity pressing side will go up against Alexander Zorniger’s possession-based approach on Sunday.
The FC Midtjylland vs OB Odense prediction is of particular interest here, as FC Midtjylland have won the last three encounters between the sides in the Superliga, with a 2-1 away victory in 2023/2024 the most recent.
Thomas was appointed head coach back in March 2023 and has been very much in charge of the team’s style and identity ever since, that much is clear when you watch Midtjylland in action.
The side are very aggressive in how they press and very direct and clinical in how they transition after winning the ball back.
Usually playing in a 4-3-3 or a 3-4-3, they are quick in their movements and can hit the opponent hard in the final third.
Franculino has emerged as a real threat with four goals in his last five appearances for FC Midtjylland, who have scored 11 times in that period.
With 4th place and 0 points to start this 2025/2026 Superliga campaign, Thomas will be determined to lay down a marker in this curtain raiser and kickstart his team’s title pursuit.
OB will try to hold firm
Alexander Zorniger was recently appointed manager of OB Odense as of June 2025 and will look to stamp his authority on the first game of this Superliga season. He’s expected to introduce a measured, possession-based style as he looks to stamp his authority early in the Superliga campaign.
Our FC Midtjylland vs OB Odense preview suggests OB will favour a more patient build-up phase and will be looking to create chances down the wings and through their midfield. They currently sit in 7th place with 0 points from 0 games heading into this campaign opener.
Midtjylland are the obvious choice
This is a tough matchup to call given that both teams head into this season opener without having played a league match.
The FC Midtjylland vs OB Odense odds are Midtjylland at 1.75 and OB Odense at 4.50, but we feel that the value lies with the latter on this occasion.
The ‘Both teams to score – Yes’ market is strong and appeals to us as a good alternative as we think Midtjylland’s energy will disrupt the rhythm that OB Odense likes to play with.
However, the hosts have got more attacking bite and the recent head-to-head record is good enough for us to side with them and expect them to win this one. In addition, this FC Midtjylland vs OB Odense prediction can serve as a useful reference for punters seeking insight into the likely outcome.
For those interested in wagering, the best FC Midtjylland vs OB Odense betting tips revolve around considering the dynamic attack of Midtjylland and the disciplined approach of OB Odense in the season opener.
