11 August 2019 at 14:00

Referee: M. Tykgaard

Match Summary

FC Midtjylland defeated AC Horsens 2:0. The match was played in Superliga 2019. Goals were scored by S. Kaba 45′ (pen.), S. Kaba 53′. 4 yellow cards were shown. AC Horsens had 45% possession while FC Midtjylland held 55%. AC Horsens had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for FC Midtjylland. AC Horsens made 3 substitutions, FC Midtjylland made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between AC Horsens and FC Midtjylland — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

AC Horsens
FC Midtjylland
Kick Off
45+1′
S. Kaba

Penalty

Half Time
53′
S. Kaba

assist: Júnior Brumado

P. NymannS. Avanzini
67′
68′
Júnior BrumadoA. Dovbyk
S. NilsenE. Mašović
80′
81′
S. KabaO. Frank
H. HanssonP. Therkildsen
86′
88′
A. MabilG. Wikheim
Full Time

Match Statistics

AC Horsens had 45% possession against FC Midtjylland's 55%. AC Horsens registered 12 shots (4 on target) while FC Midtjylland managed 11 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 10–22.

4Shots on Goal6
5Shots off Goal1
12Total Shots11
3Blocked Shots4
7Shots insidebox8
5Shots outsidebox3
10Fouls22
4Corner Kicks7
1Offsides1
45%Ball Possession55%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves3
316Total passes390
228Passes accurate298
72%Passes %76%

Lineups

AC Horsens lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under B. Henriksen, while FC Midtjylland deployed a 3-4-1-2 under K. Andersen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for AC Horsens is —, compared to 6.80 for FC Midtjylland. 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. AC Horsens's highest-rated starter is —, while FC Midtjylland's best-rated player is Júnior Brumado (6.80).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of AC Horsens have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. FC Midtjylland's starters account for 5 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Júnior Brumado (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

AC Horsens deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against FC Midtjylland'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

AC Horsens field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus FC Midtjylland's 4 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

AC Horsens start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for FC Midtjylland averaging 6.80. 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 AC Horsens and 66% for FC Midtjylland. 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

AC Horsens's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for FC Midtjylland. 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 AC Horsens's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while FC Midtjylland average 26.0 (youngest: Júnior Brumado (26), oldest: Júnior Brumado (26)). 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

AC Horsens's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 19 for FC Midtjylland. 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.

AC Horsens4-4-23-4-1-2FC Midtjylland
GKDEFMIDFWD
22Lansing5Lumb11Nymann12Frantsen4Kiileri.19Thorsen17Hansson6Nilsen8Jacobsen18Andreas.44Brock-M.1Hansen14Scholz25James20Nicolai.8Okosun11Mabil34Anderson40Cajuste44Dyhr9Kaba74Brumado

Substitutes

Coach: B. Henriksen

Substitutes

Coach: K. Andersen

AC HorsensPosition StrengthFC Midtjylland
Avg Rating
6.80
Forward (2 v 3)6.80
0G 0A5G 3A
AC Horsens4-4-2
22GoalkeeperM. Lansing
5DefenderM. Lumb
11DefenderP. Nymann
6DefenderS. Nilsen
4MidfielderM. Kiilerich
19MidfielderJ. Thorsen
17MidfielderH. Hansson
8MidfielderB. Jacobsen
18MidfielderL. Andreasen
12ForwardR. Frantsen
44ForwardN. Brock-Madsen
FC Midtjylland3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Hansen
14DefenderA. Scholz
25DefenderM. James
20DefenderR. Nicolaisen
8MidfielderA. Okosun
34MidfielderM. Anderson
40MidfielderJ. Cajuste
44MidfielderN. Dyhr
11ForwardA. Mabil
9ForwardS. Kaba
74ForwardJúnior Brumado6.85G3A

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, AC Horsens have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. FC Midtjylland show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

AC Horsens

WDWLDL

FC Midtjylland

WWDDLL

AC Horsens vs FC Midtjylland Head to Head Results

AC Horsens and FC Midtjylland have met 21 times — AC Horsens won 2, FC Midtjylland won 16, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. FC Midtjylland leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 73 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.48 per match (21 for the home side, 52 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 12 matches (57%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (62%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. FC Midtjylland are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2016.

2

AC Horsens

3

Drawn

16

FC Midtjylland

Goals: 21Goals: 52

Recent Meetings (21)

14 May 2023FC Midtjylland3 – 1AC Horsens
23 Apr 2023AC Horsens0 – 2FC Midtjylland
16 Oct 2022FC Midtjylland2 – 1AC Horsens
12 Aug 2022AC Horsens3 – 3FC Midtjylland
14 Feb 2021FC Midtjylland1 – 0AC Horsens
4 Oct 2020AC Horsens2 – 2FC Midtjylland
1 Jun 2020FC Midtjylland0 – 1AC Horsens
16 Dec 2018AC Horsens1 – 3FC Midtjylland
12 Aug 2018FC Midtjylland3 – 0AC Horsens
21 May 2018FC Midtjylland1 – 0AC Horsens
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026