3 March 2021 at 17:00

Referee: M. Krogh

Match Summary

FC Nordsjaelland defeated Aarhus 1:0. The match was played in Superliga 2020. Goals were scored by U. Jenssen 13′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Aarhus had 42% possession while FC Nordsjaelland held 58%. Aarhus had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 12 (5 on target) for FC Nordsjaelland. Aarhus made 3 substitutions, FC Nordsjaelland made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Aarhus and FC Nordsjaelland — 1 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.

Aarhus
FC Nordsjaelland
Kick Off
Bubacarr Sanneh6′
J. ÞorsteinssonJ. Juelsgård
9′
13′
U. Jenssen

assist: I. Sadiq

Jesper Juelsgaard31′
Half Time
46′
I. SadiqI. Atanga
59′
T. ChukwuaniV. Jensen
59′
D. SvenssonI. Mesík
70′
K. SulemanaA. Francis
A. GrønbækB. Blume
78′
N. PoulsenA. Ammitzbøll
79′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Aarhus had 42% possession against FC Nordsjaelland's 58%. Aarhus registered 9 shots (2 on target) while FC Nordsjaelland managed 12 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–8. Fouls committed: 17–20.

2Shots on Goal5
5Shots off Goal4
9Total Shots12
2Blocked Shots3
5Shots insidebox6
4Shots outsidebox6
17Fouls20
5Corner Kicks8
4Offsides2
42%Ball Possession58%
5Yellow Cards4
1Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
331Total passes458
232Passes accurate362
70%Passes %79%

Lineups

Aarhus lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under D. Nielsen, while FC Nordsjaelland deployed a 3-4-1-2 under F. Pedersen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Aarhus is 6.98, compared to — for FC Nordsjaelland. 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 G. Links (7.37), while FC Nordsjaelland's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Aarhus have contributed 11 goals and 6 assists this season, led by P. Mortensen (7G). FC Nordsjaelland'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 Nordsjaelland'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

Aarhus field 3 midfielders averaging 7.00, versus FC Nordsjaelland'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

Aarhus start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.97, compared to 2 for FC Nordsjaelland 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 79% for Aarhus and —% for FC Nordsjaelland. 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 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for FC Nordsjaelland. 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 31.7 (youngest: G. Links (27), oldest: P. Mortensen (36)), while FC Nordsjaelland 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 24 league appearances each, versus 0 for FC Nordsjaelland. 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.

Aarhus4-3-33-4-1-2FC Nordsjaelland
GKDEFMIDFWD
73Grabara16Højer15Sanneh34Diks37Hausner6Poulsen10Olsen17Þorstei.11Links27Grønbæk9Mortens.1Vindahl3Jenssen2Thychos.23Villads.36Woledzi27Svensson8Andersen6Christe.45Chukwua.37Sadiq10Sulemana

Substitutes

Coach: D. Nielsen

Substitutes

Coach: F. Pedersen

AarhusPosition StrengthFC Nordsjaelland
6.98
Avg Rating
7.00Midfielder (3 v 5)
1G 2A0G 0A
6.97Forward (3 v 2)
10G 4A0G 0A
Aarhus4-3-3
73GoalkeeperK. Grabara
16DefenderC. Højer
15DefenderB. Sanneh
34DefenderK. Diks
37DefenderS. Hausner
6MidfielderN. Poulsen7.01G2A
10MidfielderP. Olsen
27MidfielderA. Grønbæk
17ForwardJ. Þorsteinsson
11ForwardG. Links7.43G4A
9ForwardP. Mortensen6.67G
FC Nordsjaelland3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperP. Vindahl
3DefenderU. Jenssen
2DefenderM. Thychosen
36DefenderM. Woledzi
23MidfielderO. Villadsen
27MidfielderD. Svensson
6MidfielderJ. Christensen
45MidfielderT. Chukwuani
10MidfielderK. Sulemana
8ForwardM. Kofod Andersen
37ForwardI. Sadiq

Recent Form

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

Aarhus

LDWDDD

FC Nordsjaelland

WDWWWL

Aarhus vs FC Nordsjaelland Head to Head Results

Aarhus and FC Nordsjaelland have met 50 times — Aarhus won 18, FC Nordsjaelland won 21, with 11 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. FC Nordsjaelland leads the head-to-head with 21 victories from 50 meetings. A combined 150 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (70 for the home side, 80 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 29 matches (58%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 24 games (48%), 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.

18

Aarhus

11

Drawn

21

FC Nordsjaelland

Goals: 70Goals: 80

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