Match Summary
IF Elfsborg defeated Hammarby FF 2:0. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2023. Goals were scored by S. Guðjohnsen 13′, J. Larsson 86′. 5 yellow cards were shown. IF Elfsborg had 39% possession while Hammarby FF held 61%. IF Elfsborg had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Hammarby FF. IF Elfsborg made 4 substitutions, Hammarby FF made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between IF Elfsborg and Hammarby FF — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
IF Elfsborg had 39% possession against Hammarby FF's 61%. IF Elfsborg registered 12 shots (5 on target) while Hammarby FF managed 13 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–8. Fouls committed: 21–10.
Lineups
IF Elfsborg lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under J. Thelin, while Hammarby FF deployed a 4-3-3 under Martí Cifuentes.
Defensive Solidity
IF Elfsborg deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Hammarby FF'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
IF Elfsborg field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Hammarby FF's 3 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
IF Elfsborg start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Hammarby FF 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 IF Elfsborg's starting XI is 24.0 (youngest: A. Qasem (22), oldest: M. Baidoo (26)), while Hammarby FF average 28.0 (youngest: F. Hammar (24), oldest: D. Blažević (32)). 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, IF Elfsborg have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Hammarby FF show 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
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.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026