Tromso coach warns Brighton of northern Norway test in Conference League | OneFootball

Tromso head coach Jorgen Vik says a trip to northern Norway could surprise Brighton when the sides meet in the Conference League play-off.

According to TheArgus.co.uk, the 36-year-old oversaw a 2-1 home win over Cluj on Thursday to clinch progress 7-1 on aggregate and set up next Thursday’s tie at the Romssa Arena, which is expected to be full.

He said his players know they can compete with everyone they have faced so far, and that Norwegian football carries real confidence at present. While accepting Albion will be favourites, he felt there would be opportunities.

Tromso have been in strong form, playing a possession-based, high-intensity style similar to Albion’s. On their artificial surface, Vik suggested that approach could be a shock for visitors who have not started their season. Anticipation around town is already high.

Tromso sit third domestically and travel to Molde on Sunday before turning attention to Brighton.

Fabian Hurzeler’s side prepare for a final warm-up, with some short of minutes. They added minutes in a behind-closed-doors training game on Thursday. Bologna visit the Amex on Saturday.

Wing-backs Isak Dahlqvist and Alexander Warneryd have both scored hat-tricks in the last three games, and captain Ruben Yttergard Jenssen, 38, was rested for the Cluj home leg.

Source: TheArgus.co.uk

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