8 March 2020 at 19:00

Match Summary

FC Midtjylland defeated Randers FC 2:0. The match was played in Superliga 2019. Goals were scored by O. Frank 26′, Evander 44′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Randers FC had 49% possession while FC Midtjylland held 51%. Randers FC had 10 shots (2 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for FC Midtjylland. Randers FC made 3 substitutions, FC Midtjylland made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Randers FC and FC Midtjylland — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Randers FC
FC Midtjylland
Kick Off
26′
O. Frank

assist: A. Scholz

44′
Evander

Penalty

Half Time
59′
PaulinhoD. Cools
66′
G. IsaksenM. Anderson
M. NielsenM. Greve
67′
T. KehindeB. Kopplin
76′
76′
A. DreyerS. Kaba
M. KallesøeK. Høgh
85′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Randers FC had 49% possession against FC Midtjylland's 51%. Randers FC registered 10 shots (2 on target) while FC Midtjylland managed 10 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 9–11.

2Shots on Goal5
4Shots off Goal2
10Total Shots10
4Blocked Shots3
7Shots insidebox7
3Shots outsidebox3
9Fouls11
3Corner Kicks6
1Offsides1
49%Ball Possession51%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
396Total passes424
280Passes accurate308
71%Passes %73%

Lineups

Randers FC lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under T. Thomasberg, while FC Midtjylland deployed a 4-2-3-1 under B. Priske.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Randers FC is 6.71, compared to 6.84 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. Randers FC's highest-rated starter is F. Lauenborg (6.71), while FC Midtjylland's best-rated player is Paulinho (6.84).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Randers FC have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. FC Midtjylland's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by Paulinho (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Randers FC deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against FC Midtjylland's 4-man backline averaging 6.84. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.71, versus FC Midtjylland's 5 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for FC Midtjylland 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 80% for Randers FC and 77% 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of Randers FC's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: F. Lauenborg (28), oldest: F. Lauenborg (28)), while FC Midtjylland average 30.0 (youngest: Paulinho (30), oldest: Paulinho (30)). 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 19 league appearances each, versus 12 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.

Randers FC4-1-4-14-2-3-1FC Midtjylland
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Carlgren4Thomsen11Marxen17Laurids.5Nielsen8Piesing.20Hammers.7Kallesøe14Lauenbo.21Kehinde9Riis1Hansen14Scholz6Anderss.29Paulinho20Nicolai.11Mabil10Evander38Frank89Schwartz36Dreyer45Isaksen

Substitutes

Coach: T. Thomasberg

Substitutes

Coach: B. Priske

Randers FCPosition StrengthFC Midtjylland
6.71
Avg Rating
6.84
Defender (4 v 4)6.84
0G 0A1G 1A
6.71Midfielder (5 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Randers FC4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperP. Carlgren
4DefenderJ. Thomsen
11DefenderE. Marxen
17DefenderJ. Lauridsen
8DefenderS. Piesinger
5MidfielderM. Nielsen
20MidfielderV. Hammershøj-Mistrati
7MidfielderM. Kallesøe
14MidfielderF. Lauenborg6.7
21MidfielderT. Kehinde
9ForwardE. Riis
FC Midtjylland4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Hansen
14DefenderA. Scholz
6DefenderJ. Andersson
29DefenderPaulinho6.81G1A
20DefenderR. Nicolaisen
11MidfielderA. Mabil
10MidfielderEvander
38MidfielderO. Frank
36MidfielderA. Dreyer
45MidfielderG. Isaksen
89ForwardR. Schwartz

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Randers FC have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. FC Midtjylland show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Randers FC

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FC Midtjylland

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Randers FC vs FC Midtjylland Head to Head Results

Randers FC and FC Midtjylland have met 3 times — Randers FC won 1, FC Midtjylland won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Midtjylland leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (4 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.

1

Randers FC

0

Drawn

2

FC Midtjylland

Goals: 4Goals: 6

Recent Meetings (3)

9 Nov 2025Randers FC0 – 2FC Midtjylland
29 Sept 2025FC Midtjylland2 – 1Randers FC
2 Jul 2025FC Midtjylland2 – 3Randers FC
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026