3 April 2026 at 11:00
Match Summary
Kolding IF and Esbjerg drew 1:1. The match was played in 1. Division 2025. Goals were scored by M. Maden 45′, M. Ingebrigtsen 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Kolding IF made 5 substitutions, Esbjerg made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Kolding IF and Esbjerg — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: P. Tjornelund
assist: I. Tannander
Lineups
Kolding IF lined up in a — formation under Albert Rude, while Esbjerg deployed a — under Sancheev Manoharan.
Midfield Control
Kolding IF field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Esbjerg's 11 rated —. 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Kolding IF's starting XI is 25.4 (youngest: M. Doj (20), oldest: J. Alfaro (34)), while Esbjerg average 24.6 (youngest: M. Maden (23), oldest: L. From (26)). 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
Kolding IF's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Esbjerg. 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, Kolding IF have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Esbjerg show 2 wins, 4 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Kolding IF vs Esbjerg Head to Head Results
Kolding IF and Esbjerg have met 2 times — Kolding IF won 2, Esbjerg won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Kolding IF leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (4 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 17 Apr 2026