RB Salzburg are set to host Dynamo Kyiv in the second leg of their Champions League playoff on Tuesday.
Leading 2-0 from the first leg, Salzburg aim to secure their place in the group stage, while Dynamo Kyiv will need a significant performance to overcome the deficit and keep their European dreams alive.
Match Preview
Red Bull Salzburg
Red Bull Salzburg Recent Form
Red Bull Salzburg are in excellent form coming into this match. They won the first leg against Dynamo Kyiv 2-0, thanks to goals from Dorgeles Nene and Maurits Kjaergaard.
The Austrian side also remains unbeaten in their last six matches across all competitions, winning five and drawing one. Their recent domestic performances have been solid, with victories in both the Austrian Bundesliga and Cup.
Red Bull Salzburg Injury News
Salzburg may still be without last season's top scorer Karim Konate due to injury. However, they have a deep squad with plenty of attacking options.
Moussa Yeo, who was named UEFA's Player of the Match in the first leg, and Maurits Kjaergaard, who has been in excellent form, are expected to feature prominently. New signing Bobby Clark from Liverpool could also make an appearance.
Dynamo Kyiv
Dynamo Kyiv Recent Form
Dynamo Kyiv have had a mixed run of form leading up to this match. They have shown resilience in the Champions League qualifiers, having defeated Partizan Belgrade and Rangers to reach this stage.
However, their 2-0 defeat in the first leg against Salzburg highlighted some defensive frailties. Domestically, Dynamo have started their season well with back-to-back wins as they aim to regain the Ukrainian league title.
Dynamo Kyiv Injury News
Dynamo Kyiv are likely to continue with the same lineup that started the first leg. They will be without Maksym Dyachuk due to injury, which may leave their defence vulnerable again.
Veteran forward Andriy Yarmolenko, who had a quiet game in the first leg, will be crucial if Dynamo are to mount a comeback. Other key players like Volodymyr Brazhko and Mykola Shaparenko are expected to retain their places in midfield.
Players To Watch
Red Bull Salzburg Player To Watch
Moussa Yeo – The Malian forward has been in exceptional form, with seven goal involvements this season. His pace and finishing ability were evident in the first leg, and he will be key to Salzburg's attacking strategy.
Dynamo Kyiv Player To Watch
Andriy Yarmolenko – The experienced Ukrainian forward has the ability to turn a game on its head. After a quiet first leg, Dynamo Kyiv will need Yarmolenko at his best to inspire a comeback.
Prediction
Red Bull Salzburg's strong form and home advantage make them favourites to win this match.
Dynamo Kyiv's challenge will be significant, especially with a two-goal deficit to overcome.
Salzburg are expected to manage the game well and progress with a 2-1 win on the night, sealing a 4-1 aggregate victory.
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