28 October 2019 at 18:00

12
Full Time

Match Summary

FC Copenhagen defeated Aarhus 2:1. The match was played in Superliga 2019. Goals were scored by D. N'Doye 17′, D. N'Doye 51′, J. Thorsteinsson 56′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Aarhus had 47% possession while FC Copenhagen held 53%. Aarhus had 16 shots (5 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for FC Copenhagen. Aarhus made 3 substitutions, FC Copenhagen made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Aarhus and FC Copenhagen — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Aarhus
FC Copenhagen
Kick Off
17′
D. N'Doye

assist: V. Fischer

Half Time
46′
G. VarelaK. Bartolec
51′
D. N'Doye

assist: V. Fischer

P. MortensenN. Helenius
74′
C. HøjerA. Gersbach
74′
75′
M. SantosP. Soteriou
77′
Pep MasM. Daramy
M. BunduJ. Ankersen
80′
Niklas Backman82′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Aarhus had 47% possession against FC Copenhagen's 53%. Aarhus registered 16 shots (5 on target) while FC Copenhagen managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 8–0. Fouls committed: 20–12.

5Shots on Goal4
8Shots off Goal5
16Total Shots9
3Blocked Shots0
11Shots insidebox6
5Shots outsidebox3
20Fouls12
8Corner Kicks0
2Offsides3
47%Ball Possession53%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
362Total passes427
241Passes accurate319
67%Passes %75%

Lineups

Aarhus lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under D. Nielsen, while FC Copenhagen deployed a 4-4-2 under S. Solbakken.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Aarhus is 6.79, compared to — for FC Copenhagen. 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. Aarhus's highest-rated starter is N. Poulsen (7.00), while FC Copenhagen's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Aarhus have contributed 8 goals and 2 assists this season, led by P. Mortensen (7G). FC Copenhagen's starters account for 0 goals and 0 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

Aarhus deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against FC Copenhagen'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

Aarhus field 5 midfielders averaging 7.00, versus FC Copenhagen'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

Aarhus start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.58, compared to 2 for FC Copenhagen 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 77% for Aarhus and —% for FC Copenhagen. 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

Aarhus's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for FC Copenhagen. 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 Aarhus's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: N. Poulsen (32), oldest: P. Mortensen (36)), while FC Copenhagen average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Aarhus's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 0 for FC Copenhagen. 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.

Aarhus4-1-4-14-4-2FC Copenhagen
GKDEFMIDFWD
26Jovanov.18Juelsgå.3Backman16Højer13Munksga.6Poulsen29Blume17Thorste.20Duncan9Mortens.19Bundu21Johnsson3Bengtss.4Papagia.2Varela25Nelsson10Zeca7Fischer16Mas6Stage14N'Doye18Santos

Substitutes

Coach: D. Nielsen

Substitutes

Coach: S. Solbakken

AarhusPosition StrengthFC Copenhagen
6.79
Avg Rating
7.00Midfielder (5 v 4)
1G 2A0G 0A
6.58Forward (1 v 2)
7G 0A0G 0A
Aarhus4-1-4-1
26GoalkeeperA. Jovanović
18DefenderJ. Juelsgård
3DefenderN. Backman
16DefenderC. Højer
13DefenderA. Munksgaard
6MidfielderN. Poulsen7.01G2A
29MidfielderB. Blume
17MidfielderJ. Thorsteinsson
20MidfielderZ. Duncan
19MidfielderM. Bundu
9ForwardP. Mortensen6.67G
FC Copenhagen4-4-2
21GoalkeeperK. Johnsson
3DefenderP. Bengtsson
4DefenderS. Papagiannopoulos
2DefenderG. Varela
25DefenderV. Nelsson
10MidfielderZeca
7MidfielderV. Fischer
16MidfielderPep Mas
6MidfielderJ. Stage
14ForwardD. N'Doye
18ForwardM. Santos

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Aarhus have recorded 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 defeats. FC Copenhagen show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Aarhus

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FC Copenhagen

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Aarhus vs FC Copenhagen Head to Head Results

Aarhus and FC Copenhagen have met 46 times — Aarhus won 7, FC Copenhagen won 24, with 15 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. FC Copenhagen leads the head-to-head with 24 victories from 46 meetings. A combined 131 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.85 per match (51 for the home side, 80 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 28 matches (61%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 23 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2025.

7

Aarhus

15

Drawn

24

FC Copenhagen

Goals: 51Goals: 80

Recent Meetings (46)

30 Nov 2025Aarhus2 – 0FC Copenhagen
8 Aug 2025FC Copenhagen2 – 3Aarhus
27 Apr 2025Aarhus1 – 3FC Copenhagen
21 Apr 2025FC Copenhagen3 – 1Aarhus
8 Feb 2025Aarhus4 – 3FC Copenhagen
10 Nov 2024Aarhus1 – 1FC Copenhagen
28 Jul 2024FC Copenhagen3 – 2Aarhus
21 May 2024Aarhus3 – 2FC Copenhagen
28 Apr 2024FC Copenhagen3 – 2Aarhus
3 Dec 2023FC Copenhagen1 – 2Aarhus
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026