Match Summary
IF Elfsborg defeated Gais 2:1. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2024. Goals were scored by M. Baidoo 8′, A. Ahl-Holmström 14′, A. Čardaklija 30′ (o.g.). 3 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. IF Elfsborg had 41% possession while Gais held 59%. IF Elfsborg had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for Gais. Expected goals: IF Elfsborg 1.08 — Gais 1.20. IF Elfsborg made 2 substitutions, Gais made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between IF Elfsborg and Gais — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: N. Hult
assist: R. Wendin Thomasson
Own Goal
Match Statistics
IF Elfsborg had 41% possession against Gais's 59%. IF Elfsborg registered 15 shots (4 on target) while Gais managed 9 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 21–13.
Lineups
IF Elfsborg lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under O. Hiljemark, while Gais deployed a 4-3-3 under F. Holmberg.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for IF Elfsborg is 7.02, compared to 7.11 for Gais. 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 I. Pettersson (7.02), while Gais's best-rated player is G. Lundgren (7.43).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of IF Elfsborg have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Gais's starters account for 3 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by G. Lundgren (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
IF Elfsborg deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Gais's 4-man backline averaging 6.96. 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 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Gais's 3 rated 6.93. 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 3 for Gais averaging 7.43. 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 10 for Gais. 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 24.0 (youngest: J. Abdullai (20), oldest: I. Pettersson (28)), while Gais average 27.4 (youngest: A. Henriksson (23), oldest: A. Wängberg (32)). 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 6 league appearances each, versus 14 for Gais. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, IF Elfsborg have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Gais show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
IF Elfsborg and Gais have met 3 times — IF Elfsborg won 1, Gais won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Gais leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.33 per match (3 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026