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Borac Banja Luka hold a commanding 3-1 advantage from the first leg and return to Gradski Stadium needing only to avoid a catastrophic collapse to book their place in the Conference League group stage. Vikingur Reykjavik are not dead yet, but the math is against them, and their recent form makes a two-goal swing look like a tall order. The first leg result was no fluke — Borac were dominant from the start, and they carry that confidence into this second leg on home soil.
Keep an eye on Luka Juricic for Borac, who has scored four goals in the last five matches and has been the most dangerous attacker in this tie. For Vikingur, Gylfi Sigurðsson is the man most likely to cause problems, with four goals and a goal in the first leg already to his name across the last six fixtures.
A hot stat worth flagging: Vikingur have averaged over 21 shots per game across their last five matches, yet their conversion has been inconsistent. They generated that volume even in the 1-3 defeat in the first leg. Shot volume does not always translate to results against a well-organized defensive structure like Borac’s.
| 🏆 Tournament: | UEFA Conference League 2026/27 — Playoffs |
| 🏟 Venue: | Gradski Stadium, Banja Luka |
| 🗓️ Date: | 27.08.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 20:30 CEST |
Borac Banja Luka vs Vikingur Reykjavik Prediction
The aggregate score of 3-1 means Vikingur need to score at least twice without conceding to force extra time, or three times to win outright. Given their inconsistency over the last 30 days — three wins, three losses, two draws — and the fact that they lost the first leg convincingly, this looks like a very difficult ask.
Borac, on the other hand, have won five of their last six matches and have lost zero in that same period. Playing at home with a two-goal cushion, coach Vinko Marinovic can set his side up to be compact and counter effectively. We predict Borac to advance and win this match, with the most value lying in a Borac Banja Luka win at odds around 2.05–2.20.
Vikingur commit fouls at a notable rate — 40 fouls across the last five games, generating 51 free kicks against. Their 15 yellow cards in five matches shows a side that plays with aggression and occasional desperation. Borac, whose foul data is more limited but whose disciplined defensive record is visible in their results, should be able to exploit set-piece situations and transition play. The Icelandic side’s high pressing style can open spaces for Borac on the break, which suits their direct attacking approach perfectly.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Borac Banja Luka to score in both halves |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Over 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | Yes |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 9.5 |
Team Analysis
Borac Banja Luka have been in excellent shape heading into this second leg. Their last five matches have produced wins over Velez Mostar (3-1), Maxline twice (1-0 and 5-4), the first leg against Vikingur (3-1), and a 2-0 win over Celik — with the only blemish being a draw. Luka Juricic and Miloš Jojić have been the most productive players in that run, combining for six goals. The 5-4 win over Maxline showed they can score in bunches when needed, though that result also exposed some defensive vulnerability worth noting.
Vikingur Reykjavik come into this match off a 2-0 win over Valur in the Icelandic league, which is a positive sign. Before that, they lost the first leg 1-3 to Borac, and their five-match record includes a 4-2 win over Hafnarfjordur and a 3-2 win over Thun, but also a 2-2 draw with IBV Vestmannaeyjar and the first-leg loss. Gylfi Sigurðsson and Valdimar Thor Ingimundarson have been their most dangerous threats, but the side has looked inconsistent in defensive transitions. Winning 2-0 to level the aggregate is not impossible, but it requires a level of defensive solidity they have not shown consistently.
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Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: Borac Banja Luka the Favourite
- Moneyline Borac Banja Luka 2.05 | Vikingur Reykjavik 3.00
- Draw 3.65
- Over/Under Over 2.5 — available | Under 2.5 — available
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes — available | No — available
The odds reflect a market that respects Borac’s first-leg lead and home advantage, but the price of around 2.05–2.20 on a home win still carries decent value. Vikingur at 2.95–3.10 looks too short given how difficult their task is — they need to overturn a two-goal deficit against a team that has lost zero in their last six. The draw at 3.65 is the most overpriced outcome here. We see Borac as the clear pick, and the over 2.5 goals market is attractive given Vikingur’s attacking intent and Borac’s own goal-scoring momentum.
Possible Starting Lineups
Borac Banja Luka Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Damjan Shishkovski
- DF: Sebastian Herera, Jurich Carolina, Bart Meijers, Nemanja Jaksic
- MF: Miloš Jojić, Stefan Savić, Sandi Ogrinec
- FW: Luka Juricic, damir hrelja, Amer Hiroš
Borac look set to line up in their familiar 4-3-3 shape. Damjan Shishkovski takes the gloves after appearing in four of the last five matches. The back four picks itself, with Herera and Carolina providing width and experience. In midfield, Miloš Jojić is the standout — two goals in five matches and a full 390 minutes played confirms his importance to how this team functions. Luka Juricic leads the line and is the main threat to watch, having scored four times in the last five games. Hiroš has picked up three yellow cards in that spell, so he walks a slight disciplinary tightrope.
Vikingur Reykjavik Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Aron Snaer Fridriksson
- DF: Gunnar Vatnhamar, Oliver Ekroth, Karl Fridleifur Gunnarsson, Sveinn Gisli Thorkelsson
- MF: Gylfi Sigurðsson, Viktor Örlygur Andrason, Aron Elís Thrándarson
- FW: Valdimar Thor Ingimundarson, Helgi Gudjonsson, Diljan stigur thordarson
Vikingur are expected to line up in a 4-3-3 as well. Aron Snaer Fridriksson has been the consistent choice in goal across all six recent matches. Gunnar Vatnhamar is a useful attacking outlet from the right side of defense, having scored once in this run. Gylfi Sigurðsson is the key creative force — four goals and an assist in six matches make him the most important player on the pitch for the Icelandic side. Valdimar Thor Ingimundarson has three goals but also carries three yellow cards and two offsides, so his discipline and movement will be tested by a physical Borac backline. The team will need to press high from the start if they are to have any chance of turning this tie around.
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Vikingur Reykjavik. Source: Official Website
TipsGG Match Prediction
Borac Banja Luka are in strong form, hold a two-goal aggregate lead, and play at home in front of their own supporters. Vikingur have shown they can score — their last five matches produced 13 goals — but they have also shown they can ship them. The first leg was a clear indicator of the gap between these two sides at this moment in time.
We predict a Borac Banja Luka win, most likely by a scoreline of 2-1 or 2-0. Vikingur will push forward and create chances, which means goals at both ends are likely. The home win, combined with both teams to score and over 2.5 goals, represents the best package of value in this match. Borac advance to the Conference League group stage.
