Match Summary
IF Elfsborg defeated IFK Norrkoping 2:1. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2023. Goals were scored by A. Sigurðsson 28′, J. Okkels 75′, A. Traustason 85′ (o.g.). 2 yellow cards were shown. IFK Norrkoping had 51% possession while IF Elfsborg held 49%. IFK Norrkoping had 7 shots (2 on target) compared to 18 (6 on target) for IF Elfsborg. IFK Norrkoping made 5 substitutions, IF Elfsborg made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between IFK Norrkoping and IF Elfsborg — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
Match Statistics
IFK Norrkoping had 51% possession against IF Elfsborg's 49%. IFK Norrkoping registered 7 shots (2 on target) while IF Elfsborg managed 18 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 12–13.
Lineups
IFK Norrkoping lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under G. Riddersholm, while IF Elfsborg deployed a 4-2-3-1 under J. Thelin.
Defensive Solidity
IFK Norrkoping deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against IF Elfsborg's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 Norrkoping field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus IF Elfsborg's 5 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.
Forward Threat
IFK Norrkoping start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for IF Elfsborg averaging —. 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of IFK Norrkoping's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: V. Hammershøy-Mistrati (33), oldest: V. Hammershøy-Mistrati (33)), while IF Elfsborg average 26.0 (youngest: M. Baidoo (26), oldest: M. Baidoo (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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, IFK Norrkoping have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. IF Elfsborg show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
IFK Norrkoping
IF Elfsborg
Head to Head
IFK Norrkoping and IF Elfsborg have met 2 times — IFK Norrkoping won 1, IF Elfsborg won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (2 for the home side, 3 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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IFK Norrkoping
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Drawn
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IF Elfsborg
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026