7 August 2023 at 17:00

Referee: M. Al Hakim

Match Summary

IFK Norrkoping defeated IFK Goteborg 3:0. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2023. Goals were scored by A. Traustason 32′, A. Traustason 44′, L. Shabani 73′. 1 yellow cards were shown. IFK Norrkoping had 50% possession while IFK Goteborg held 50%. IFK Norrkoping had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for IFK Goteborg. Expected goals: IFK Norrkoping 0.96 — IFK Goteborg 0.79. IFK Norrkoping made 5 substitutions, IFK Goteborg made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between IFK Norrkoping and IFK Goteborg — 3 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

IFK Norrkoping
IFK Goteborg
Kick Off
A. Traustason

assist: C. Nyman

32′
A. Traustason

assist: C. Nyman

44′
Half Time
Y. KalleyM. Baggesen
46′
46′
O. WendtS. Hausner
62′
E. SalomonssonS. Abdullahi
62′
A. CarlénA. Salaou
J. OrtmarkJ. Ceesay
67′
M. SemaL. Shabani
67′
72′
L. KåhedM. Berg
L. Shabani

assist: V. Hammershøy-Mistrati

73′
Niklas Gunnarsson79′
C. NymanA. Guðjohnsen
81′
V. Hammershøy-MistratiÍ. Sigurgeirsson
81′
86′
G. NorlinL. Carlstrand
Full Time

Match Statistics

IFK Norrkoping had 50% possession against IFK Goteborg's 50%. IFK Norrkoping registered 15 shots (5 on target) while IFK Goteborg managed 8 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–6. Fouls committed: 4–13.

5Shots on Goal2
7Shots off Goal5
15Total Shots8
3Blocked Shots1
8Shots insidebox3
7Shots outsidebox5
4Fouls13
7Corner Kicks6
1Offsides2
50%Ball Possession50%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
348Total passes342
259Passes accurate252
74%Passes %74%
0.96expected_goals0.79

Lineups

IFK Norrkoping lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under G. Riddersholm, while IFK Goteborg deployed a 4-3-3 under J. Askou.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for IFK Norrkoping is 6.90, compared to 6.90 for IFK Goteborg. 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 Norrkoping's highest-rated starter is C. Nyman (7.19), while IFK Goteborg's best-rated player is P. Dahlberg (7.08).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of IFK Norrkoping have contributed 16 goals and 6 assists this season, led by C. Nyman (11G). IFK Goteborg's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by T. Santos (1G). 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 Norrkoping deploy 3 defenders rated 6.61 on average, against IFK Goteborg's 4-man backline averaging 6.98. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus IFK Goteborg's 3 rated 6.63. 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 2 forward(s) averaging 7.19, compared to 3 for IFK Goteborg averaging 6.90. 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 IFK Norrkoping and 47% for IFK Goteborg. 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 Norrkoping's starters have collected 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for IFK Goteborg. 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 Norrkoping's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: Y. Kalley (24), oldest: C. Nyman (33)), while IFK Goteborg average 30.1 (youngest: L. Kåhed (23), oldest: O. Wendt (40)). 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 Norrkoping's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 12 for IFK Goteborg. 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 Norrkoping3-5-24-3-3IFK Goteborg
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Jansson4Lund2Gunnars.14Kalley20Eid23Sema7Ortmark9Trausta.19Lind5Nyman10Hammers.1Dahlberg2Salomon.13Svensson3Bångsbo17Wendt5Ohlsson21Carlén28Kåhed19Muçolli14Norlin29Santos

Substitutes

Coach: G. Riddersholm

Substitutes

Coach: J. Askou

IFK NorrkopingPosition StrengthIFK Goteborg
6.90
Avg Rating
6.90
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.08
0G 0A0G 0A
6.61Defender (3 v 4)6.98
0G 0A0G 0A
6.89Midfielder (5 v 3)6.63
5G 3A0G 0A
7.19Forward (2 v 3)6.90
11G 3A1G 1A
IFK Norrkoping3-5-2
1GoalkeeperO. Jansson
4DefenderM. Lund
2DefenderN. Gunnarsson
14DefenderY. Kalley6.6
20MidfielderD. Eid
23MidfielderM. Sema
7MidfielderJ. Ortmark6.81A
9MidfielderA. Traustason7.05G2A
19MidfielderV. Lind
5ForwardC. Nyman7.211G3A
10ForwardV. Hammershøy-Mistrati
IFK Goteborg4-3-3
1GoalkeeperP. Dahlberg7.1
2DefenderE. Salomonsson
13DefenderG. Svensson7.0
3DefenderJ. Bångsbo
17DefenderO. Wendt
5MidfielderS. Ohlsson
21MidfielderA. Carlén6.6
28MidfielderL. Kåhed
19ForwardA. Muçolli
14ForwardG. Norlin
29ForwardT. Santos6.91G1A

Recent Form

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

IFK Norrkoping

LWWDLL

IFK Goteborg

LWWDWD

IFK Norrkoping vs IFK Goteborg Head to Head Results

IFK Norrkoping and IFK Goteborg have met 2 times — IFK Norrkoping won 0, IFK Goteborg won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. IFK Goteborg leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (2 for the home side, 5 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 2–3 in 2025.

0

IFK Norrkoping

0

Drawn

2

IFK Goteborg

Goals: 2Goals: 5

Recent Meetings (2)

9 Nov 2025IFK Goteborg2 – 0IFK Norrkoping
24 Apr 2025IFK Norrkoping2 – 3IFK Goteborg
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026