FC Copenhagen advanced to the fourth round of the Danish Cup with a 2-0 win away to Lyngby on Wednesday, sealed by goals from Youssoufa Moukoko and Viktor Claesson.
Copenhagen began brightly, but Lyngby grew into the game as the first half progressed. The hosts’ best chance before the break came from a free kick on the edge of the area that cleared the bar. Copenhagen created two clear openings for Mads Emil Madsen and Moukoko, yet the match remained goalless at halftime.
Match Highlights and Key Performers
The visitors took control after the interval and broke through around the hour mark when Moukoko pounced on a weak back pass and finished past the Lyngby goalkeeper. Ten minutes later, Claesson made it 2-0 with a close-range header after Pantelis Hatzidiakos flicked on a corner delivered by substitute Mohamed Elyounoussi.
Attendance was 8,214, including more than 3,000 away supporters. The victory sends Copenhagen into the last 32 of the Oddset Pokalen, showcasing their determination and skill on the field.
Starting lineup for Copenhagen included: Kotarski; Zague, Gabriel, Hatzidiakos, Suzuki, Meling; Clem, Madsen; Moukoko, Claesson (captain), Robert. The team finished the match with: Kotarski; Huescas, Gabriel, Hatzidiakos, Suzuki, Lopez; Clem, Lerager (captain); Larsson, Moukoko, Elyounoussi.
Next up are two road matches, on Saturday in Haderslev and on Wednesday in Azerbaijan, before a home league meeting with FC Midtjylland at Parken on Sunday, 5 October at 18:00. Fans are eagerly anticipating these upcoming fixtures, as Copenhagen aims to maintain their momentum in both the cup and league competitions.