The UEFA Europa Conference League Third Qualifying Round delivers an all-Scandinavian clash as Norwegian giants Rosenborg BK host Swedish outfit Hammarby IF at the historic Lerkendal Stadion. This is a highly anticipated fixture that pits two clubs with passionate fanbases and rich domestic histories against each other. Both teams are looking to progress to the next stage of the competition and get one step closer to the group stage.
Rosenborg, a club with a long and storied history in European football, will be looking to leverage their home advantage to secure a positive result. Hammarby, with a reputation for their attacking flair, will be aiming to get a crucial away goal to give them an edge in the second leg. The winner of this two-legged tie will advance to the play-off round, where a spot in the Europa Conference League group stage is at stake. Expect a fast-paced, high-intensity match with a classic Scandinavian derby atmosphere.
Match Details
- Competition: UEFA Europa Conference League Third Qualifying Round (First Leg)
- Location: Trondheim, Norway
- Stadium: Lerkendal Stadion
- Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 12:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CEST
- Indian Time (IST): 9:30 PM IST (Thursday, August 7, 2025)
- Referee: Zorbay Küçük (Turkey)
Head-to-Head & Form Guide
There is no known recent competitive head-to-head record between Rosenborg and Hammarby, making this a historic first encounter between the two clubs. As a result, recent form and tactical preparation will be the most important factors heading into this match. Both teams have shown strong form in their domestic leagues and in the previous qualifying rounds.
Rosenborg:
Rosenborg has been in decent form, with a number of high-scoring results in their recent matches. They have shown their attacking prowess with a convincing 7-1 aggregate win in the previous qualifying round of the Europa Conference League. However, their defensive vulnerabilities were exposed in a recent 4-1 loss in their domestic league. Playing at home, they will be looking to their captain and top scorer Dino Islamovic to lead the line and secure a positive result.
- August 3, 2025: KFUM 4–1 Rosenborg (Norwegian Eliteserien)
- July 31, 2025: Banga Gargždai 0–2 Rosenborg (Conference League Qualifying)
- July 27, 2025: Rosenborg 4–1 Tromsø (Norwegian Eliteserien)
- July 24, 2025: Rosenborg 5–0 Banga Gargždai (Conference League Qualifying)
Hammarby:
Hammarby has been in strong form, being undefeated in their last three matches across all competitions. They secured a vital win in their last Europa Conference League qualifying match, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure. Their attacking flair has been on display, with goals from players like Jusef Erabi and Nahir Besara. Hammarby will be confident coming into this match and will be looking to score a crucial away goal to give them an advantage for the second leg.
- July 31, 2025: Charleroi 1–2 Hammarby (Conference League Qualifying)
- July 27, 2025: IFK Värnamo 2–3 Hammarby (Swedish Allsvenskan)
- July 24, 2025: Hammarby 0–0 Charleroi (Conference League Qualifying)
- July 20, 2025: Hammarby 3–2 Brommapojkarna (Swedish Allsvenskan)
Tactical Analysis & Key Players
This match is expected to be a test of Rosenborg’s attacking ambition against Hammarby’s defensive discipline. Rosenborg, playing at home, will likely start the game with a high tempo and look to take the game to Hammarby. They will aim to create chances by playing through their forwards and using their home crowd to their advantage. Hammarby will be more tactically disciplined, likely playing a more cautious game, absorbing pressure, and hitting Rosenborg on the counter-attack. The battle in midfield will be key, and the performance of both teams’ top goal scorers will be a major factor in the final result.
How to Watch Rosenborg vs. Hammarby on TV, Live Stream
| Country | TV/Live Stream |
|---|---|
| Norway | N/A |
| Sweden | N/A |
| United States | beIN SPORTS |
| United Kingdom | N/A |
| India | N/A |
In the United States, the match will be broadcast live on beIN SPORTS. For other regions, broadcasting information is not yet confirmed. It is also common for some clubs to provide live streams on their official websites or YouTube channels for European qualifiers, so it is worth checking those sources.
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