Match Summary
IF Elfsborg and Degerfors IF drew 2:2. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2023. Goals were scored by S. Korač 39′, S. Holmén 59′, P. Gwargis 79′, N. Söderberg 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. IF Elfsborg had 58% possession while Degerfors IF held 42%. IF Elfsborg had 23 shots (11 on target) compared to 11 (7 on target) for Degerfors IF. Expected goals: IF Elfsborg 2.65 — Degerfors IF 1.10. IF Elfsborg made 5 substitutions, Degerfors IF made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between IF Elfsborg and Degerfors IF — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Granath
assist: J. Thomasen
assist: S. Ohlsson
assist: J. Larsson
Match Statistics
IF Elfsborg had 58% possession against Degerfors IF's 42%. IF Elfsborg registered 23 shots (11 on target) while Degerfors IF managed 11 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 8–2. Fouls committed: 15–15.
Lineups
IF Elfsborg lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under J. Thelin, while Degerfors IF deployed a 5-3-2 under T. Solberg.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for IF Elfsborg is —, compared to 6.79 for Degerfors IF. 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. IF Elfsborg's highest-rated starter is —, while Degerfors IF's best-rated player is S. Ohlsson (6.79).
Defensive Solidity
IF Elfsborg deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Degerfors IF's 5-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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Degerfors IF's 3 rated 6.79. 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 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Degerfors IF 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
IF Elfsborg's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Degerfors IF. 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 IF Elfsborg's starting XI is 23.0 (youngest: A. Qasem (22), oldest: A. Baldursson (24)), while Degerfors IF average 33.0 (youngest: S. Ohlsson (33), oldest: S. Ohlsson (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.
Squad Depth
IF Elfsborg's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 16 for Degerfors IF. 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
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, IF Elfsborg have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Degerfors IF show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
IF Elfsborg and Degerfors IF have met 3 times — IF Elfsborg won 2, Degerfors IF won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. IF Elfsborg leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (6 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026