Esbjerg progressed with a 5-1 victory over Skive in the DBU Pokalen second round, taking control early and easing into the next stage. They were three goals clear by half-time and continued to add to their lead after the break.
Skive 1:5 Esbjerg — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half0 - 3
- 22
- 30
Second half1 - 2
- 52
- 68
- 71
Questions & Answers
Who will win, Skive vs Esbjerg?
CheckLive's model makes Esbjerg the favourite, with a 55% win probability.
What is the predicted score?
CheckLive's model projects Skive 2:0 Esbjerg.
When is Skive vs Esbjerg?
Kick-off Tuesday 25 August at 18:00 UK time, in the DBU Pokalen, Round 2.
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Head to Head meetings
Skive – Esbjerg
Skive
Esbjerg
- 1
Victories
- 2
Draws
- 5
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  1 | 5  |
Scored goals | 6 | 17 |
Average per game | 0.75 | 2.13 |
The biggest victory | 2-1 | 1-5 |
Skive
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Best statistical picks
Skive – Esbjerg
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 9.5
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Model verdict, form, head-to-head and live pressure for this match. Ask anything in Telegram.
Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 3.90 | 1.57 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Slight edge — Esbjerg
Esbjerg have owned this fixture — four wins in seven meetings, including the last one in Skive. Their three-match losing run offers Skive hope, yet CheckLive's read leans to the visitors — a 55% lean, narrow rather than commanding.
Both teams to score — No2.05
Medium confidence55%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
37.6
40.5
CheckSkill
52.6
53.2
CheckMental
30.2
33.9
CheckLive total42.9 vs 44.9+2.0
More match signals
Skive (DNB)58%3.75
Skive or draw54%2.25
Under 2.550%2.15
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between Skive and Esbjerg?
Esbjerg are the likelier winners, holding a strong head-to-head record with four wins in seven meetings and a 2-0 victory last time out. Skive's decent home form keeps this from being a comfortable call.
Are Esbjerg the clear favourites for this cup tie?
Esbjerg are favourites on head-to-head evidence — four wins in seven and unbeaten in the last three meetings. But their three straight losses and Skive's solid home run make them only slight favourites.
Will both teams score in Skive vs Esbjerg?
Both teams scoring looks possible but not certain, with average 2.4 goals across their seven meetings. Skive's home games have been open lately, which tips the balance slightly toward BTTS.
Head to Head meetings
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Victories
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Draws
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Victories
| label | first team | second team |
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Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 3.90 | 1.57 |