Match Summary
IFK Goteborg defeated IF Elfsborg 1:0. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2024. Goals were scored by G. Norlin 34′. 2 yellow cards were shown. IFK Goteborg had 43% possession while IF Elfsborg held 57%. IFK Goteborg had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 15 (2 on target) for IF Elfsborg. Expected goals: IFK Goteborg 1.13 — IF Elfsborg 1.10. IFK Goteborg made 5 substitutions, IF Elfsborg made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between IFK Goteborg and IF Elfsborg — 1 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
IFK Goteborg had 43% possession against IF Elfsborg's 57%. IFK Goteborg registered 9 shots (3 on target) while IF Elfsborg managed 15 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–10. Fouls committed: 11–14.
Lineups
IFK Goteborg lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under J. Askou, while IF Elfsborg deployed a 4-3-3 under J. Thelin.
Defensive Solidity
IFK Goteborg deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against IF Elfsborg'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
IFK Goteborg field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus IF Elfsborg'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
IFK Goteborg start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for IF Elfsborg 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 IFK Goteborg's starting XI is 29.6 (youngest: L. Kåhed (23), oldest: O. Wendt (40)), while IF Elfsborg average 24.5 (youngest: A. Qasem (22), oldest: G. Henriksson (27)). 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, IFK Goteborg have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. IF Elfsborg show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
IFK Goteborg and IF Elfsborg have met 2 times — IFK Goteborg won 0, IF Elfsborg won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. IF Elfsborg leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (4 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026