9 August 2021 at 17:00
Match Summary
FC Nordsjaelland defeated Odense 3:1. The match was played in Superliga 2021. Goals were scored by O. Villadsen 2′, I. Jebali 46′, A. Schjelderup 73′ (pen.), S. Adingra 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. FC Nordsjaelland had 47% possession while Odense held 53%. FC Nordsjaelland had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Odense. FC Nordsjaelland made 5 substitutions, Odense made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Nordsjaelland and Odense — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Frese
assist: E. Sabbi
Penalty
Match Statistics
FC Nordsjaelland had 47% possession against Odense's 53%. FC Nordsjaelland registered 15 shots (5 on target) while Odense managed 5 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 11–10.
Lineups
FC Nordsjaelland lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under F. Pedersen, while Odense deployed a 4-2-3-1 under A. Alm.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Nordsjaelland is 6.85, compared to — for Odense. 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 Odense's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
FC Nordsjaelland deploy 3 defenders rated 6.85 on average, against Odense'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
FC Nordsjaelland field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Odense'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
FC Nordsjaelland start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Odense 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 90% for FC Nordsjaelland and —% for Odense. 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 FC Nordsjaelland's starting XI is 36.0 (youngest: K. Hansen (36), oldest: K. Hansen (36)), while Odense 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
FC Nordsjaelland's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 0 for Odense. 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: F. Pedersen
Substitutes
Coach: A. Alm
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Nordsjaelland have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Odense show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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FC Nordsjaelland vs Odense Head to Head Results
FC Nordsjaelland and Odense have met 38 times — FC Nordsjaelland won 12, Odense won 18, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Odense leads the head-to-head with 18 victories from 38 meetings. A combined 102 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.68 per match (46 for the home side, 56 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 21 matches (55%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 19 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (38)
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