10 September 2021 at 17:00
Match Summary
Esbjerg defeated Hobro 2:1. The match was played in 1. Division 2021. Goals were scored by M. Pedersen 2′, R. Pache 50′, S. Korac 89′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Esbjerg made 5 substitutions, Hobro made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Esbjerg and Hobro — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: N. Strunck Jakobsen
assist: M. Kristensen
Lineups
Esbjerg lined up in a — formation under R. Vrabec, while Hobro deployed a — under M. Thomsen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Esbjerg is —, compared to 6.45 for Hobro. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Esbjerg's highest-rated starter is —, while Hobro's best-rated player is O. Klitten (6.45).
Midfield Control
Esbjerg field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Hobro's 11 rated 6.45. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Esbjerg and 78% for Hobro. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Esbjerg's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Hobro average 26.0 (youngest: O. Klitten (25), oldest: F. Mortensen (27)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Esbjerg's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 2 for Hobro. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Esbjerg have recorded 2 wins, 4 draws and 0 defeats. Hobro show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Esbjerg vs Hobro Head to Head Results
Esbjerg and Hobro have met 24 times — Esbjerg won 11, Hobro won 5, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Esbjerg leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 24 meetings. A combined 91 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.79 per match (51 for the home side, 40 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 19 matches (79%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 15 games (63%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–6 in 2024.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (24)
API data: 17 Apr 2026