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28 August 2023 at 17:10

13
Full Time
Allsvenskan · Season 2023
Referee: A. Ladebäck

Match Summary

Malmo FF defeated Sirius 3:1. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2023. Goals were scored by D. Cornelius 2′, O. Berg 28′, W. Abou Ali 45′, T. Ali 74′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Sirius had 41% possession while Malmo FF held 59%. Sirius had 26 shots (8 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Malmo FF. Expected goals: Sirius 1.70 — Malmo FF 1.74. Sirius made 3 substitutions, Malmo FF made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Sirius and Malmo FF — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Sirius
Malmo FF
Kick Off
2′
D. Cornelius

assist: S. Jørgensen

28′
O. Berg
43′Oscar Lewicki
W. Abou Ali

assist: D. Stensson

45+1′
Half Time
D. WidgrenJ. Persson
46′
59′
S. PeñaS. Rieks
59′
S. JørgensenT. Ali
Jakob Voelkerling Persson62′
J. Voelkerling PerssonA. Bjarnason
66′
74′
T. Ali

assist: L. Johnsen

81′Derek Cornelius
81′
O. LewickiN. Moisander
M. JengH. Sjögrell
86′
89′
BusanelloS. Vecchia
Full Time

Match Statistics

Sirius had 41% possession against Malmo FF's 59%. Sirius registered 26 shots (8 on target) while Malmo FF managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 10–4. Fouls committed: 17–9.

8Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal4
26Total Shots10
13Blocked Shots2
14Shots insidebox8
12Shots outsidebox2
17Fouls9
10Corner Kicks4
0Offsides2
41%Ball Possession59%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves7
373Total passes555
286Passes accurate469
77%Passes %85%
1.70expected_goals1.74

Lineups

Sirius lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under C. Mattiasson, while Malmo FF deployed a 4-2-3-1 under H. Rydström.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sirius is 6.91, compared to 7.29 for Malmo FF. 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. Sirius's highest-rated starter is T. Carlsson (6.91), while Malmo FF's best-rated player is S. Jørgensen (7.34).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sirius have contributed 0 goals and 4 assists this season, led by —. Malmo FF's starters account for 2 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by P. Jansson (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Sirius deploy 5 defenders rated 6.91 on average, against Malmo FF's 4-man backline averaging 7.26. 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

Sirius field 3 midfielders averaging 6.90, versus Malmo FF's 5 rated 7.34. 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

Sirius start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Malmo 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 43% for Sirius and 49% for Malmo FF. 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

Sirius's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Malmo FF. 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 Sirius's starting XI is 24.7 (youngest: M. Jeng (20), oldest: T. Carlsson (30)), while Malmo FF average 31.0 (youngest: S. Jørgensen (25), oldest: J. Dahlin (39)). 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

Sirius's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 12 for Malmo FF. 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.

SiriusPosition StrengthMalmo FF
6.91
Avg Rating
7.29
6.91🛡 DEF (5 v 4)7.26
0G 1A2G 2A
6.90 MID (3 v 5)7.34
0G 3A0G 1A
Sirius5-3-2
1🧤GKD. Mitov Nilsson
13🛡DEFJ. Voelkerling Persson
5🛡DEFT. Carlsson6.91A
4🛡DEFH. Castegren
31🛡DEFM. Jeng
21🛡DEFD. Widgren
8MIDD. Stensson
6MIDJ. de Kamps
19MIDM. Heier6.93A
9FWDW. Abou Ali
7FWDT. Matthews
Malmo FF4-2-3-1
27🧤GKJ. Dahlin
6🛡DEFO. Lewicki
18🛡DEFP. Jansson7.32G
19🛡DEFD. Cornelius
25🛡DEFBusanello7.22A
23MIDL. Johnsen
8MIDS. Peña
14MIDS. Jørgensen7.31A
20MIDO. Berg
11MIDS. Nanasi
9FWDI. Kiese Thelin

Substitutes

16(F)H. Sjögrell
22(M)André Al Sanati
23(F)E. Sylisufaj

Substitutes

22(M)T. Ali
21(F)S. Vecchia
41(M)A. Skogmar

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Sirius have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Malmo FF show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Sirius

WWWWWD

Malmo FF

LWWWLL

Head to Head

Sirius and Malmo FF have met 2 times — Sirius won 1, Malmo FF won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Sirius leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (6 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2025.

1

Sirius

1

Drawn

0

Malmo FF

Goals: 6Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (2)

5 Oct 2025Sirius5 – 1Malmo FF
18 Apr 2025Malmo FF1 – 1Sirius

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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