Match Summary
Halmstad defeated Sirius 2:1. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2023. Goals were scored by J. Cooper 43′, N. Mohammed 45′, T. Matthews 53′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Halmstad had 29% possession while Sirius held 71%. Halmstad had 6 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for Sirius. Expected goals: Halmstad 1.09 — Sirius 1.18. Halmstad made 3 substitutions, Sirius made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Halmstad and Sirius — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: P. Ofosu-Ayeh
assist: J. Cooper
assist: A. Bjarnason
Match Statistics
Halmstad had 29% possession against Sirius's 71%. Halmstad registered 6 shots (5 on target) while Sirius managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 13–13.
Lineups
Halmstad lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under M. Haglund, while Sirius deployed a 4-2-3-1 under C. Mattiasson.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Halmstad is 6.76, compared to 6.91 for Sirius. 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. Halmstad's highest-rated starter is J. Allansson (6.98), while Sirius's best-rated player is T. Carlsson (6.91).
Defensive Solidity
Halmstad deploy 4 defenders rated 6.54 on average, against Sirius's 4-man backline averaging 6.91. 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
Halmstad field 4 midfielders averaging 6.98, versus Sirius's 5 rated 6.90. 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
Halmstad start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Sirius 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 —% for Halmstad and 43% for Sirius. 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
Halmstad's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Sirius. 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 Halmstad's starting XI is 36.3 (youngest: T. Boakye (32), oldest: Andreas Johansson (43)), while Sirius average 24.7 (youngest: M. Jeng (20), oldest: T. Carlsson (30)). 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
Halmstad's starters average 24 league appearances each, versus 19 for Sirius. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Halmstad have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Sirius show 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
Halmstad
Sirius
Head to Head
Halmstad and Sirius have met 2 times — Halmstad won 0, Sirius won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Sirius leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
0
Halmstad
1
Drawn
1
Sirius
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026