17 August 2024 at 13:00

Allsvenskan · Season 2024
Referee: J. Östling

Match Summary

Hammarby FF defeated IFK Varnamo 3:0. The match was played in Allsvenskan 2024. Goals were scored by J. Erabi 2′, F. Winsth 63′ (o.g.), O. Johansson Schellhas 88′. 3 yellow cards were shown. IFK Varnamo had 41% possession while Hammarby FF held 59%. IFK Varnamo had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for Hammarby FF. Expected goals: IFK Varnamo 0.49 — Hammarby FF 1.83. IFK Varnamo made 4 substitutions, Hammarby FF made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between IFK Varnamo and Hammarby FF — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

IFK Varnamo
Hammarby FF
Kick Off
2′
J. Erabi

assist: B. Touré

37′Victor Eriksson
Half Time
63′
F. Winsth

Own Goal

M. SteinwenderA. Lohikangas
65′
H. NäsströmL. Le Roux
65′
A. ZeljkovicM. Alsalkhadi
66′
70′
D. GülO. Johansson Schellhas
G. EngvallCarl Johansson
77′
83′
M. KarlssonT. Tekie
83′
J. ErabiD. Collander
88′
O. Johansson Schellhas
90+1′
N. BesaraD. Teah
90+1′
B. TouréMontader Madjed
Full Time

Match Statistics

IFK Varnamo had 41% possession against Hammarby FF's 59%. IFK Varnamo registered 10 shots (3 on target) while Hammarby FF managed 15 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–2. Fouls committed: 7–14.

3Shots on Goal4
7Shots off Goal8
10Total Shots15
0Blocked Shots3
3Shots insidebox8
7Shots outsidebox7
7Fouls14
4Corner Kicks2
0Offsides0
41%Ball Possession59%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
369Total passes559
288Passes accurate477
78%Passes %85%
0.49expected_goals1.83
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

IFK Varnamo lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under A. Mravac, while Hammarby FF deployed a 3-4-2-1 under K. Hellberg.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for IFK Varnamo is 6.83, compared to 7.11 for Hammarby 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. IFK Varnamo's highest-rated starter is A. Zeljkovic (6.94), while Hammarby FF's best-rated player is H. Skoglund (7.18).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of IFK Varnamo have contributed 9 goals and 8 assists this season, led by A. Zeljkovic (7G). Hammarby FF's starters account for 0 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

IFK Varnamo deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Hammarby FF's 3-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 Varnamo field 3 midfielders averaging 6.84, versus Hammarby FF's 4 rated 7.18. 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 Varnamo start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.90, compared to 3 for Hammarby 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 40% for IFK Varnamo and 40% for Hammarby 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

IFK Varnamo's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Hammarby 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 IFK Varnamo's starting XI is 28.6 (youngest: V. Larsson (25), oldest: J. Rasheed (34)), while Hammarby FF average 24.3 (youngest: B. Touré (19), oldest: W. Hahn (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

IFK Varnamo's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 28 for Hammarby 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.

IFK VarnamoPosition StrengthHammarby FF
6.83
Avg Rating
7.11
🧤 GK (1 v 1)7.04
0G 0A0G 0A
6.80🛡 DEF (4 v 3)
1G 1A0G 0A
6.84 MID (3 v 4)7.18
7G 3A0G 4A
6.90 FWD (3 v 3)
1G 4A0G 0A
IFK Varnamo4-3-3
1🧤GKJ. Rasheed
20🛡DEFF. Winsth
5🛡DEFV. Larsson6.8
15🛡DEFM. Steinwender
24🛡DEFE. Grozdanic6.81G1A
11MIDWenderson6.71A
6MIDH. Näsström
10MIDA. Zeljkovic6.97G2A
28FWDF. Adjei
14FWDG. Engvall
22FWDS. Thern6.91G4A
Hammarby FF3-4-2-1
1🧤GKW. Hahn7.0
17🛡DEFI. Fofana
4🛡DEFV. Eriksson
30🛡DEFS. Pinas
2MIDH. Skoglund7.24A
8MIDF. Hammar
20MIDN. Besara
22MIDM. Karlsson
19FWDD. Gül
28FWDB. Touré
9FWDJ. Erabi

Substitutes

16(D)A. Lohikangas
32(D)Calle Johansson

Substitutes

11(M)O. Johansson Schellhas
5(M)T. Tekie
29(F)D. Teah
38(M)G. Elezaj

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, IFK Varnamo have recorded 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats. Hammarby FF show 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

IFK Varnamo

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Hammarby FF

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Head to Head

IFK Varnamo and Hammarby FF have met 2 times — IFK Varnamo won 0, Hammarby FF won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Hammarby FF leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.

0

IFK Varnamo

0

Drawn

2

Hammarby FF

Goals: 2Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (2)

27 Jul 2025IFK Varnamo2 – 3Hammarby FF
5 Jul 2025Hammarby FF1 – 0IFK Varnamo

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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