The first leg ended with a 2-1 win for Brann, giving the Norwegians a slight advantage heading into the return leg. AEK Larnaca, playing at home, will be forced to attack aggressively to recoup, which could leave their defence vulnerable to counter-attacks. The Cypriots have demonstrated the ability to score even against strong opponents, but their defence is not always reliable.
Brann, with a two-goal advantage, can opt for a tactic of control and counter-attacks, using the speed of their forwards. The Norwegians have scored in four of their last five matches, but have also conceded regularly, indicating their penchant for open play.
