Match Summary
IFK Goteborg defeated Degerfors IF 2:1. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2023. Goals were scored by G. Granath 50′, E. Salomonsson 65′, M. Berg 86′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Degerfors IF had 43% possession while IFK Goteborg held 57%. Degerfors IF had 19 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (6 on target) for IFK Goteborg. Expected goals: Degerfors IF 2.80 — IFK Goteborg 2.18. Degerfors IF made 4 substitutions, IFK Goteborg made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Degerfors IF and IFK Goteborg — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Örqvist
assist: T. Santos
Match Statistics
Degerfors IF had 43% possession against IFK Goteborg's 57%. Degerfors IF registered 19 shots (5 on target) while IFK Goteborg managed 14 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 1–2. Fouls committed: 15–15.
Lineups
Degerfors IF lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under T. Solberg, while IFK Goteborg deployed a 4-3-3 under J. Askou.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Degerfors IF is 6.79, compared to 7.08 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. Degerfors IF's highest-rated starter is S. Ohlsson (6.79), while IFK Goteborg's best-rated player is P. Dahlberg (7.08).
Defensive Solidity
Degerfors IF deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against IFK Goteborg'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
Degerfors IF field 3 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus IFK Goteborg'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
Degerfors IF start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for IFK Goteborg 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.
Discipline
Degerfors IF's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 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 Degerfors IF's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: C. Gravius (28), oldest: S. Ohlsson (33)), while IFK Goteborg average 27.8 (youngest: L. Kåhed (23), oldest: E. Salomonsson (36)). 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
Degerfors IF's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 3 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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Degerfors IF have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. IFK Goteborg show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Degerfors IF and IFK Goteborg have met 3 times — Degerfors IF won 0, IFK Goteborg won 3, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. IFK Goteborg leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.67 per match (2 for the home side, 9 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. IFK Goteborg are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026