23 October 2022 at 13:00

Referee: J. Östling

Match Summary

IF Elfsborg defeated Hammarby FF 2:1. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2022. Goals were scored by A. Bernhardsson 33′, J. Nilsson 55′, N. Söderberg 89′. 6 yellow cards were shown. IF Elfsborg had 44% possession while Hammarby FF held 56%. IF Elfsborg had 13 shots (7 on target) compared to 11 (1 on target) for Hammarby FF. IF Elfsborg made 5 substitutions, Hammarby FF made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between IF Elfsborg and Hammarby FF — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

IF Elfsborg
Hammarby FF
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
A. SaidiV. Berisha
55′
J. Nilsson

assist: G. Ludwigson

A. BernhardssonJ. Ondrejka
65′
70′
J. NilssonP. Vagić
S. GuðjohnsenO. Aga
78′
E. BoatengK. Holmén
78′
J. OkkelsA. Qasem
81′
M. BaidooP. Frick
82′
82′
L. SadikuJ. Andersen
82′
N. BesaraDavid Concha
86′
Mohanad JeahzeS. Sandberg
N. Söderberg

assist: A. Qasem

89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

IF Elfsborg had 44% possession against Hammarby FF's 56%. IF Elfsborg registered 13 shots (7 on target) while Hammarby FF managed 11 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 15–7.

7Shots on Goal1
2Shots off Goal4
13Total Shots11
4Blocked Shots6
8Shots insidebox6
5Shots outsidebox5
15Fouls7
3Corner Kicks6
2Offsides1
44%Ball Possession56%
3Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves5
377Total passes482
288Passes accurate390
76%Passes %81%

Lineups

IF Elfsborg lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under J. Thelin, while Hammarby FF deployed a 4-3-3 under Martí Cifuentes.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for IF Elfsborg is 6.89, compared to 7.42 for Hammarby FF. 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. IF Elfsborg's highest-rated starter is N. Hult (6.96), while Hammarby FF's best-rated player is N. Besara (7.62).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of IF Elfsborg have contributed 4 goals and 3 assists this season, led by J. Larsson (2G). Hammarby FF's starters account for 23 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by N. Besara (17G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

IF Elfsborg deploy 4 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against Hammarby FF's 4-man backline averaging 7.58. 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

IF Elfsborg field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Hammarby FF's 3 rated 7.62. 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

IF Elfsborg start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Hammarby FF averaging 7.06. 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 —% for IF Elfsborg and 63% for Hammarby FF. 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

IF Elfsborg's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for Hammarby FF. 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 IF Elfsborg's starting XI is 30.6 (youngest: N. Söderberg (24), oldest: N. Hult (35)), while Hammarby FF average 30.5 (youngest: A. Saidi (26), oldest: M. Fenger (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

IF Elfsborg's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 22 for Hammarby FF. 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.

IF Elfsborg4-3-34-3-3Hammarby FF
GKDEFMIDFWD
30Valdima.23Hult24Larsson8Holmén15Väisänen26Boateng13Baidoo28Söderbe.11Guðjohn.19Okkels12Bernhar.24Dovin13Fenger22Nilsson5Jeahze30Pinas21Kurtulus20Besara18Sadiku6Bojanić40Saidi16Ludwigs.

Substitutes

Coach: J. Thelin

Substitutes

Coach: Martí Cifuentes

IF ElfsborgPosition StrengthHammarby FF
6.89
Avg Rating
7.42
6.89Defender (4 v 4)7.58
4G 3A2G 1A
Midfielder (3 v 3)7.62
0G 0A17G 3A
Forward (3 v 3)7.06
0G 0A4G 2A
IF Elfsborg4-3-3
30GoalkeeperH. Valdimarsson
23DefenderN. Hult7.01G3A
24DefenderJ. Larsson6.82G
8DefenderS. Holmén6.91G
15DefenderL. Väisänen
26MidfielderE. Boateng
13MidfielderM. Baidoo
28MidfielderN. Söderberg
11ForwardS. Guðjohnsen
19ForwardJ. Okkels
12ForwardA. Bernhardsson
Hammarby FF4-3-3
24GoalkeeperO. Dovin
13DefenderM. Fenger
5DefenderMohanad Jeahze
30DefenderS. Pinas7.62G1A
21DefenderE. Kurtulus
20MidfielderN. Besara7.617G3A
18MidfielderL. Sadiku
6MidfielderD. Bojanić
22ForwardJ. Nilsson
40ForwardA. Saidi7.14G2A
16ForwardG. Ludwigson

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, IF Elfsborg have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Hammarby FF show 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

IF Elfsborg

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Hammarby FF

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IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF Head to Head Results

IF Elfsborg and Hammarby FF have met 2 times — IF Elfsborg won 0, Hammarby FF won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Hammarby FF 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 (0 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.

0

IF Elfsborg

0

Drawn

2

Hammarby FF

Goals: 0Goals: 5

Recent Meetings (2)

9 Nov 2025Hammarby FF3 – 0IF Elfsborg
31 May 2025IF Elfsborg0 – 2Hammarby FF
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026