29 November 2020 at 17:00

Referee: P. Kjærsgaard-Andersen

Match Summary

FC Nordsjaelland defeated Aarhus 3:1. The match was played in Superliga 2020. Goals were scored by I. Atanga 2′, K. Sulemana 3′, P. Mortensen 10′, I. Atanga 57′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. FC Nordsjaelland had 51% possession while Aarhus held 49%. FC Nordsjaelland had 10 shots (6 on target) compared to 20 (4 on target) for Aarhus. FC Nordsjaelland made 5 substitutions, Aarhus made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between FC Nordsjaelland and Aarhus — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

FC Nordsjaelland
Aarhus
Kick Off
10′
P. Mortensen

assist: B. Blume

K. HansenU. Jenssen
34′
O. VilladsenD. Svensson
34′
Kamal Deen Sulemana45′
Half Time
O. AntmanM. Kofod Andersen
46′
62′
S. HausnerJ. Juelsgård
63′
A. GrønbækA. Munksgaard
63′
N. PoulsenN. Helenius
Kamal Deen Sulemana77′
Kamal Deen Sulemana77′
I. AtangaJ. Rothmann
80′
81′
P. OlsenB. Hvidt
M. RygaardT. Chukwuani
90+2′
90+3′
J. ÞorsteinssonG. Links
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Nordsjaelland had 51% possession against Aarhus's 49%. FC Nordsjaelland registered 10 shots (6 on target) while Aarhus managed 20 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 17–7.

6Shots on Goal4
1Shots off Goal10
10Total Shots20
3Blocked Shots6
6Shots insidebox12
4Shots outsidebox8
17Fouls7
5Corner Kicks6
2Offsides3
51%Ball Possession49%
4Yellow Cards1
1Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves3
485Total passes435
388Passes accurate339
80%Passes %78%

Lineups

FC Nordsjaelland lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under F. Pedersen, while Aarhus deployed a 4-3-3 under D. Nielsen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Nordsjaelland is 6.85, compared to 6.93 for Aarhus. 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. FC Nordsjaelland's highest-rated starter is K. Hansen (6.85), while Aarhus's best-rated player is F. Tingager (7.22).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Nordsjaelland have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Aarhus's starters account for 9 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by P. Mortensen (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

FC Nordsjaelland deploy 3 defenders rated 6.85 on average, against Aarhus's 4-man backline averaging 7.22. 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

FC Nordsjaelland field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Aarhus's 3 rated 7.00. 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

FC Nordsjaelland start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Aarhus averaging 6.58. 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 90% for FC Nordsjaelland and 81% for Aarhus. 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

FC Nordsjaelland's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for Aarhus. 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 FC Nordsjaelland's starting XI is 36.0 (youngest: K. Hansen (36), oldest: K. Hansen (36)), while Aarhus average 33.3 (youngest: F. Tingager (32), oldest: P. Mortensen (36)). 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

FC Nordsjaelland's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 21 for Aarhus. 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.

FC Nordsjaelland3-4-34-3-3Aarhus
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Vindahl28Djourou4Hansen25Mesík23Villads.7Rygaard6Christe.42Antman14Diomande12Atanga10Sulemana73Grabara16Højer5Tingager34Diks37Hausner6Poulsen10Olsen29Blume17Þorstei.27Grønbæk9Mortens.

Substitutes

Coach: F. Pedersen

Substitutes

Coach: D. Nielsen

FC NordsjaellandPosition StrengthAarhus
6.85
Avg Rating
6.93
6.85Defender (3 v 4)7.22
0G 0A1G 1A
Midfielder (5 v 3)7.00
0G 0A1G 2A
Forward (2 v 3)6.58
0G 0A7G 0A
FC Nordsjaelland3-4-3
1GoalkeeperP. Vindahl
28DefenderJ. Djourou
4DefenderK. Hansen6.8
25DefenderI. Mesík
23MidfielderO. Villadsen
7MidfielderM. Rygaard
6MidfielderJ. Christensen
14MidfielderM. Diomande
10MidfielderK. Sulemana
42ForwardO. Antman
12ForwardI. Atanga
Aarhus4-3-3
73GoalkeeperK. Grabara
16DefenderC. Højer
5DefenderF. Tingager7.21G1A
34DefenderK. Diks
37DefenderS. Hausner
6MidfielderN. Poulsen7.01G2A
10MidfielderP. Olsen
29MidfielderB. Blume
17ForwardJ. Þorsteinsson
27ForwardA. Grønbæk
9ForwardP. Mortensen6.67G

Recent Form

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

FC Nordsjaelland

WDWWWL

Aarhus

LDWDDD

FC Nordsjaelland vs Aarhus Head to Head Results

FC Nordsjaelland and Aarhus have met 50 times — FC Nordsjaelland won 21, Aarhus won 18, with 11 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. FC Nordsjaelland leads the head-to-head with 21 victories from 50 meetings. A combined 147 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.94 per match (78 for the home side, 69 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 28 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 23 games (46%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Aarhus are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 7–2 in 2024.

21

FC Nordsjaelland

11

Drawn

18

Aarhus

Goals: 78Goals: 69

Recent Meetings (50)

10 Apr 2026Aarhus1 – 1FC Nordsjaelland
24 Oct 2025Aarhus1 – 0FC Nordsjaelland
28 Sept 2025FC Nordsjaelland1 – 2Aarhus
16 May 2025FC Nordsjaelland2 – 0Aarhus
30 Mar 2025Aarhus2 – 0FC Nordsjaelland
22 Nov 2024FC Nordsjaelland1 – 0Aarhus
31 Aug 2024Aarhus4 – 2FC Nordsjaelland
3 May 2024Aarhus1 – 3FC Nordsjaelland
22 Apr 2024FC Nordsjaelland7 – 2Aarhus
11 Apr 2024Aarhus1 – 0FC Nordsjaelland
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 17 Apr 2026