Match Summary
IF Elfsborg defeated IFK Norrkoping 3:2. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2023. Goals were scored by A. Qasem 11′, M. Baidoo 20′, J. Okkels 59′, M. Lund 68′, V. Hammershøy-Mistrati 83′. 2 yellow cards were shown. IF Elfsborg had 45% possession while IFK Norrkoping held 55%. IF Elfsborg had 15 shots (8 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for IFK Norrkoping. Expected goals: IF Elfsborg 1.81 — IFK Norrkoping 2.43. IF Elfsborg made 4 substitutions, IFK Norrkoping made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between IF Elfsborg and IFK Norrkoping — 5 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Baidoo
assist: N. Hult
assist: J. Ceesay
Match Statistics
IF Elfsborg had 45% possession against IFK Norrkoping's 55%. IF Elfsborg registered 15 shots (8 on target) while IFK Norrkoping managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 13–6.
Lineups
IF Elfsborg lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under J. Thelin, while IFK Norrkoping deployed a 3-5-2 under G. Riddersholm.
Defensive Solidity
IF Elfsborg deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against IFK Norrkoping's 3-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 IFK Norrkoping'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
IF Elfsborg start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for IFK Norrkoping 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 IFK Norrkoping average 33.0 (youngest: V. Hammershøy-Mistrati (33), oldest: V. Hammershøy-Mistrati (33)). 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. IFK Norrkoping show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
IF Elfsborg and IFK Norrkoping have met 2 times — IF Elfsborg won 1, IFK Norrkoping 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 (3 for the home side, 2 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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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026