15 December 2019 at 13:00
Match Summary
Randers FC defeated Esbjerg 3:0. The match was played in Superliga 2019. Goals were scored by S. Lobzhanidze 9′ (pen.), E. Riis 43′, B. Kopplin 54′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Randers FC had 54% possession while Esbjerg held 46%. Randers FC had 18 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (1 on target) for Esbjerg. Randers FC made 3 substitutions, Esbjerg made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Randers FC and Esbjerg — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: A. Rømer
Match Statistics
Randers FC had 54% possession against Esbjerg's 46%. Randers FC registered 18 shots (6 on target) while Esbjerg managed 9 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 7–4. Fouls committed: 7–9.
Lineups
Randers FC lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under T. Thomasberg, while Esbjerg deployed a 4-4-2 under L. Olsen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Randers FC is 6.76, compared to — for Esbjerg. 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. Randers FC's highest-rated starter is A. Rømer (6.76), while Esbjerg's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Randers FC deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Esbjerg'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
Randers FC field 4 midfielders averaging 6.76, versus Esbjerg'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
Randers FC start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Esbjerg 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 85% for Randers FC and —% for Esbjerg. 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
Randers FC's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Esbjerg. 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 Randers FC's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: A. Rømer (32), oldest: A. Rømer (32)), while Esbjerg 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
Randers FC's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 0 for Esbjerg. 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
Coach: T. Thomasberg
Substitutes
Coach: L. Olsen
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Randers FC have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Esbjerg show 2 wins, 4 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Randers FC vs Esbjerg Head to Head Results
Randers FC and Esbjerg have met 24 times — Randers FC won 11, Esbjerg won 5, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Randers FC leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 24 meetings. A combined 58 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.42 per match (32 for the home side, 26 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (38%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (42%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2020.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (24)
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