Midtjylland vs Nordsjaelland Prediction 04.12.2025 | Landspokal Cup

Since lifting the Oddset Pokalen trophy for the first time in their history back in 2022, FC Midtjylland have endured a barren run in this competition, crashing out at the last-16 stage in each of the following three editions.

That bleak sequence has finally been broken in the current campaign, with the Wolves roaring back to life — first dispatching Aalborg BK with a commanding three-goal shutout, then unleashing another wave of attacking ferocity to dismantle Silkeborg IF 4–0 and secure their long-awaited place in the last eight.

Head coach Mike Tullberg has every reason to take immense pride in his side’s recent exploits, particularly on the UEFA Europa League stage, where Midtjylland have collected an impressive 12 points from a possible 15 across their opening five continental outings — a haul that keeps them level with leaders Lyon in the League Phase.

However, the Wolves must continue their journey without the services of Adam Gabriel and Edward Chilufya, all of whom are sidelined with significant injuries and are not expected to return to contention anytime soon.

From the visitors’ perspective, Nordsjaelland arrive with a proud piece of history in their luggage — the rare privilege of seeing their name etched onto the Oddset Pokalen trophy in back-to-back seasons, 2009–10 and 2010–11, with the intriguing twist that their opponent in both finals was none other than Midtjylland.

Since those gilded campaigns, the Tigers have struggled to replicate such glory or even return to the showpiece event. Yet, reaching the final-four stage in two of the past three tournaments suggests a gradual reawakening, a reminder that this club still harbors a genuine affection for Denmark’s premier cup competition.

This season’s journey began smoothly, dispatching Kolding with two unanswered goals, but the last-16 clash proved far more dramatic — a tense, breathless contest ultimately conquered 4–2 after extra time against Brøndby, reaffirming their competitive spirit.

Manager Jens Olsen travels to Herning with a full squad at his disposal, facing no injury concerns. With no distractions beyond domestic duties, he is expected to unleash his strongest possible lineup in pursuit of another deep run in a tournament that once defined the club’s golden era.