My forecast for the Sheriff - Shakhtar match is that Sheriff will most likely win. Firstly, Sheriff is playing at home, which gives them a certain advantage. Secondly, the team has shown excellent results in the Champions League, indicating their good form and attitude. Considering these factors, it can be assumed that Sheriff has a good chance of winning this match. However, it is important to note that in football there is always room for surprises, so one should not forget about the possible response from Shakhtar.
In the first round of the Europa League qualifiers, Sheriff showed an unconvincing performance against Zira and did not find their form. Meanwhile, Elfsborg is in good form with five consecutive wins. The Norwegians are ready for the game, with Elfsborg gaining momentum at this stage of the season. Considering the current form of the teams, Elfsborg is likely to be competitive and has a good chance of winning the first match.
According to the analysis, the match between Sheriff and Elfsborg promises to be unpredictable. Sheriff, although a strong team, has had some questionable recent results. Elfsborg also has potential and could surprise. Taking this into account, a bet on over 2.5 total goals seems reasonable. Both teams are capable of scoring, and the game is expected to be dynamic and high-scoring. Therefore, I predict that viewers will see at least three goals in this match.