3 October 2022 at 17:10

Referee: K. Karlsson

Match Summary

IF Elfsborg defeated IFK Goteborg 3:1. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2022. Goals were scored by G. Svensson 9′, M. Baidoo 22′, A. Bernhardsson 35′, N. Söderberg 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. IFK Goteborg had 54% possession while IF Elfsborg held 46%. IFK Goteborg had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 20 (8 on target) for IF Elfsborg. IFK Goteborg made 3 substitutions, IF Elfsborg made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between IFK Goteborg and IF Elfsborg — 4 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.

IFK Goteborg
IF Elfsborg
Kick Off
G. Svensson

assist: M. Berg

9′
22′
M. Baidoo

assist: A. Bernhardsson

Marcus Berg24′
Hosam Aiesh24′
35′
A. Bernhardsson

assist: P. Frick

Half Time
Hosam AieshS. Eriksson
46′
Marcus Berg70′
Marcus Berg70′
78′
R. AlmJ. Ondrejka
78′
M. BaidooE. Boateng
S. ThernE. Marković
84′
G. NorlinE. Sorga
85′
85′
A. BernhardssonJ. Okkels
Sebastian Eriksson90+1′
90+1′
P. FrickS. Guðjohnsen
90+8′
N. Söderberg

assist: J. Okkels

Full Time

Match Statistics

IFK Goteborg had 54% possession against IF Elfsborg's 46%. IFK Goteborg registered 12 shots (5 on target) while IF Elfsborg managed 20 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 13–15.

5Shots on Goal8
4Shots off Goal6
12Total Shots20
3Blocked Shots6
9Shots insidebox10
3Shots outsidebox10
13Fouls15
4Corner Kicks5
4Offsides2
54%Ball Possession46%
5Yellow Cards1
1Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves4
407Total passes351
292Passes accurate241
72%Passes %69%

Lineups

IFK Goteborg lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under M. Stahre, while IF Elfsborg deployed a 4-3-3 under J. Thelin.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for IFK Goteborg is 6.98, compared to 6.83 for IF Elfsborg. 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. IFK Goteborg's highest-rated starter is G. Svensson (6.98), while IF Elfsborg's best-rated player is S. Holmén (6.94).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of IFK Goteborg have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. IF Elfsborg's starters account for 6 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by P. Frick (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

IFK Goteborg deploy 4 defenders rated 6.98 on average, against IF Elfsborg's 4-man backline averaging 6.78. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

IFK Goteborg field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus IF Elfsborg's 3 rated 6.94. 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.

Forward Threat

IFK Goteborg start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for IF Elfsborg averaging 6.76. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 47% for IFK Goteborg and —% for IF Elfsborg. 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.

Discipline

IFK Goteborg's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for IF Elfsborg. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of IFK Goteborg's starting XI is 32.8 (youngest: H. Carneil (22), oldest: O. Wendt (40)), while IF Elfsborg average 30.2 (youngest: N. Söderberg (24), oldest: J. Larsson (35)). 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

IFK Goteborg's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 17 for IF Elfsborg. 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.

IFK Goteborg4-3-34-3-3IF Elfsborg
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Hahn17Wendt2Salomon.4Johanss.20Bångsbo13Svensson21Thern8Aiesh14Norlin19Carneil9Berg30Valdima.24Larsson8Holmén20Strand15Väisänen6Rømer13Baidoo28Söderbe.17Frick21Alm12Bernhar.

Substitutes

Coach: M. Stahre

Substitutes

Coach: J. Thelin

IFK GoteborgPosition StrengthIF Elfsborg
6.98
Avg Rating
6.83
6.98Defender (4 v 4)6.78
0G 0A2G 0A
Midfielder (3 v 3)6.94
0G 0A1G 0A
Forward (3 v 3)6.76
0G 0A3G 1A
IFK Goteborg4-3-3
1GoalkeeperW. Hahn
17DefenderO. Wendt
2DefenderE. Salomonsson
4DefenderC. Johansson
13DefenderG. Svensson7.0
20MidfielderJ. Bångsbo
21MidfielderS. Thern
19MidfielderH. Carneil
8ForwardHosam Aiesh
14ForwardG. Norlin
9ForwardM. Berg
IF Elfsborg4-3-3
30GoalkeeperH. Valdimarsson
24DefenderJ. Larsson6.82G
20DefenderS. Strand
15DefenderL. Väisänen
13DefenderM. Baidoo
8MidfielderS. Holmén6.91G
6MidfielderA. Rømer
28MidfielderN. Söderberg
17ForwardP. Frick6.83G1A
21ForwardR. Alm
12ForwardA. Bernhardsson

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, IFK Goteborg have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. IF Elfsborg show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

IFK Goteborg

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IF Elfsborg

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IFK Goteborg vs IF Elfsborg Head to Head Results

IFK Goteborg and IF Elfsborg have met 2 times — IFK Goteborg won 0, IF Elfsborg won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. IF Elfsborg leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (4 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2025.

0

IFK Goteborg

0

Drawn

2

IF Elfsborg

Goals: 4Goals: 6

Recent Meetings (2)

28 Jul 2025IF Elfsborg4 – 3IFK Goteborg
12 Jul 2025IFK Goteborg1 – 2IF Elfsborg
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026