Esbjerg vs Horsens prediction 30.04.2026 | 1st Division

Esbjerg’s earlier unbeaten run now feels a bit distant, if we are being honest. The Blue Water Arena side were solid for weeks, but back-to-back heavy defeats have changed the mood.

A 4-1 loss to Horsens last weekend was followed by a 5-0 defeat to Lyngby. That kind of swing raises questions, especially defensively. Going forward, things have also slowed. Esbjerg have failed to score in two of their last three matches, which is not ideal.

At home, though, the picture is different. They have not conceded in their last two at the Blue Water Arena and remain unbeaten in four there.

Muamer Brajanac leads the scoring with nine goals and should start again. Moreover, Marcus Hansen offers support, even if his return is modest. Richmond Gyamfi is out with a hamstring injury. There are not suspension concerns, which is a boost.

Horsens come into this in better shape overall. The Yellow Danger are unbeaten in five matches, with three wins and a few clean sheets in that run. That defensive improvement stands out. Keeping three clean sheets in five games suggests a more controlled approach.

Away form has also been steady. One defeat in the last six road games is a solid return, even if wins have not always come easily. David Nielsen’s side seem comfortable grinding out results. That could matter in a game like this.

Kristian Kirkegaard has five goals and should lead the line. Fallou Sene and John Batigi support him, though their numbers are fairly limited.

Christian Vestergaard and Mads Fenger are both unavailable through injury. That could test their depth slightly, particularly at the back.