20 February 2022 at 13:00

02
Full Time
Referee: M. Krogh

Match Summary

Aalborg defeated FC Midtjylland 2:0. The match was played in Superliga 2021. Goals were scored by D. Granli 28′, K. Høgh 56′. 6 yellow cards were shown. FC Midtjylland had 62% possession while Aalborg held 38%. FC Midtjylland had 19 shots (7 on target) compared to 10 (6 on target) for Aalborg. FC Midtjylland made 5 substitutions, Aalborg made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between FC Midtjylland and Aalborg — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

FC Midtjylland
Aalborg
Kick Off
12′Kristoffer Pallesen
Charles23′
28′
D. Granli

assist: L. Prip

Half Time
46′
M. MakarićK. Høgh
CharlesV. Lind
50′
JuninhoPaulinho
61′
P. SistoVágner Love
61′
EvanderM. Meyer
61′
65′
K. PallesenM. Ross
Júnior BrumadoO. Fraulo
71′
79′
F. BørstingJ. Ahlmann
87′
M. ChristensenA. Ementa
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Midtjylland had 62% possession against Aalborg's 38%. FC Midtjylland registered 19 shots (7 on target) while Aalborg managed 10 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 8–6. Fouls committed: 17–13.

7Shots on Goal6
8Shots off Goal2
19Total Shots10
4Blocked Shots2
13Shots insidebox4
6Shots outsidebox6
17Fouls13
8Corner Kicks6
4Offsides1
62%Ball Possession38%
3Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves7
485Total passes306
393Passes accurate206
81%Passes %67%

Lineups

FC Midtjylland lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under B. Henriksen, while Aalborg deployed a 3-4-1-2 under O. Hiljemark.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Midtjylland is 7.06, compared to — for Aalborg. 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 Midtjylland's highest-rated starter is E. Ólafsson (7.33), while Aalborg's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Midtjylland have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by Júnior Brumado (5G). Aalborg'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

FC Midtjylland deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Aalborg'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

FC Midtjylland field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Aalborg'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

FC Midtjylland start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.80, compared to 3 for Aalborg 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 67% for FC Midtjylland and —% for Aalborg. 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 Midtjylland's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Aalborg. 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 Midtjylland's starting XI is 25.5 (youngest: E. Ólafsson (25), oldest: Júnior Brumado (26)), while Aalborg 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 Midtjylland's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 0 for Aalborg. 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 Midtjylland3-5-23-4-1-2Aalborg
GKDEFMIDFWD
16Ólafsson28Sviatch.14Dalsgaa.6Anderss.73Juninho44Dyhr7Sisto10Evander35Charles37Onyedika74Brumado1Rinne26Theland.2Pallesen5Granli15Hagelsk.8Fossum9Makarić25Børsting16Christe.18Prip14Højholt

Substitutes

Coach: B. Henriksen

Substitutes

Coach: O. Hiljemark

FC MidtjyllandPosition StrengthAalborg
7.06
Avg Rating
7.33Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.80Forward (2 v 3)
5G 3A0G 0A
FC Midtjylland3-5-2
16GoalkeeperE. Ólafsson7.3
28DefenderE. Sviatchenko
14DefenderH. Dalsgaard
73DefenderJuninho
6MidfielderJ. Andersson
44MidfielderN. Dyhr
10MidfielderEvander
35MidfielderCharles
37MidfielderR. Onyedika
7ForwardP. Sisto
74ForwardJúnior Brumado6.85G3A
Aalborg3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperJ. Rinne
26DefenderR. Thelander
5DefenderD. Granli
15DefenderA. Hagelskjær
2MidfielderK. Pallesen
25MidfielderF. Børsting
16MidfielderM. Christensen
14MidfielderM. Højholt
8ForwardI. Fossum
9ForwardM. Makarić
18ForwardL. Prip

Recent Form

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

FC Midtjylland

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Aalborg

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FC Midtjylland vs Aalborg Head to Head Results

FC Midtjylland and Aalborg have met 44 times — FC Midtjylland won 24, Aalborg won 12, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. FC Midtjylland leads the head-to-head with 24 victories from 44 meetings. A combined 114 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.59 per match (69 for the home side, 45 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 21 matches (48%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 21 games (48%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. FC Midtjylland are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2018.

24

FC Midtjylland

8

Drawn

12

Aalborg

Goals: 69Goals: 45

Recent Meetings (44)

17 Sept 2025Aalborg0 – 3FC Midtjylland
9 Mar 2025Aalborg1 – 4FC Midtjylland
3 Aug 2024FC Midtjylland2 – 0Aalborg
19 Jan 2024FC Midtjylland1 – 4Aalborg
7 Jul 2023FC Midtjylland1 – 2Aalborg
21 May 2023Aalborg0 – 2FC Midtjylland
14 Apr 2023FC Midtjylland1 – 1Aalborg
6 Mar 2023Aalborg0 – 0FC Midtjylland
4 Sept 2022FC Midtjylland0 – 2Aalborg
30 Jun 2022FC Midtjylland2 – 1Aalborg
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026