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4 December 2023 at 18:00

51
Full Time
Superliga · Season 2023
Referee: J. Karlsen

Match Summary

FC Midtjylland defeated Viborg 5:1. The match was played in Superliga 2023. Goals were scored by J. Bonde 30′, Cho Gue-Sung 45′ (pen.), D. Osorio 45′, H. Dalsgaard 54′, Cho Gue-Sung 66′, O. Brynhildsen 84′. 3 yellow cards were shown. FC Midtjylland had 56% possession while Viborg held 44%. FC Midtjylland had 17 shots (10 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Viborg. Expected goals: FC Midtjylland 4.29 — Viborg 0.81. FC Midtjylland made 5 substitutions, Viborg made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between FC Midtjylland and Viborg — 6 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

FC Midtjylland
Viborg
Kick Off
30′
J. Bonde

assist: A. Ementa

Charles45+7′
45+3′
L. LundK. Kiilerich
45+4′
D. Osorio

assist: H. Dalsgaard

45+9′
Half Time
CharlesO. Brynhildsen
46′
H. Dalsgaard
54′
58′
I. JensenI. Said
58′
SerginhoN. Thomas
Cho Gue-Sung

assist: K. Olsson

66′
74′
A. EmentaA. Jatta
74′
M. SøndergaardM. Westergaard
PaulinhoN. Dyhr
79′
A. RømerA. Gigović
80′
Franculino DjúJ. Andersson
87′
M. BechJuninho
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Midtjylland had 56% possession against Viborg's 44%. FC Midtjylland registered 17 shots (10 on target) while Viborg managed 8 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 16–15.

10Shots on Goal1
3Shots off Goal4
17Total Shots8
4Blocked Shots3
14Shots insidebox4
3Shots outsidebox4
16Fouls15
5Corner Kicks3
1Offsides0
56%Ball Possession44%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves5
445Total passes358
339Passes accurate261
76%Passes %73%
4.29expected_goals0.81

Lineups

FC Midtjylland lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under T. Thomasberg, while Viborg deployed a 4-3-3 under J. Poulsen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Midtjylland is 7.06, compared to 6.98 for Viborg. 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 Franculino Djú (7.51), while Viborg's best-rated player is S. Kuzmić (7.01).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Midtjylland have contributed 22 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Franculino Djú (16G). Viborg's starters account for 8 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by M. Søndergaard (5G). 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 4 defenders rated 7.11 on average, against Viborg's 4-man backline averaging 7.01. 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 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Viborg's 3 rated 6.96. 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 6.98, compared to 3 for Viborg 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 74% for FC Midtjylland and —% for Viborg. 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 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Viborg. 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 28.0 (youngest: Franculino Djú (21), oldest: J. Lössl (36)), while Viborg average 23.5 (youngest: S. Kuzmić (21), oldest: Ž. Zaletel (26)). 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 14 league appearances each, versus 11 for Viborg. 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 MidtjyllandPosition StrengthViborg
7.06
Avg Rating
6.98
7.15🧤 GK (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.11🛡 DEF (4 v 4)7.01
3G 2A3G 0A
MID (4 v 3)6.96
0G 0A5G 0A
6.98 FWD (2 v 3)
19G 3A0G 0A
FC Midtjylland4-4-2
1🧤GKJ. Lössl7.2
14🛡DEFH. Dalsgaard
15🛡DEFS. Ingason
22🛡DEFM. Bech7.32G2A
29🛡DEFPaulinho6.91G
11MIDD. Osorio
2MIDA. Rømer
8MIDK. Olsson
35MIDCharles
10FWDCho Gue-Sung6.53G
17FWDFranculino Djú7.516G3A
Viborg4-3-3
1🧤GKL. Lund
30🛡DEFS. Kuzmić7.03G
4🛡DEFN. Bürgy
5🛡DEFŽ. Zaletel
23🛡DEFO. Bundgaard
6MIDM. Søndergaard7.05G
13MIDJ. Grønning
17MIDJ. Bonde
7FWDSerginho
14FWDA. Ementa
15FWDI. Jensen

Substitutes

Substitutes

8(M)I. Said
12(F)A. Jatta

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, FC Midtjylland have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Viborg show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

FC Midtjylland

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Viborg

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Head to Head

FC Midtjylland and Viborg have met 3 times — FC Midtjylland won 1, Viborg won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Midtjylland leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (6 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), 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 2025.

1

FC Midtjylland

2

Drawn

0

Viborg

Goals: 6Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (3)

22 Mar 2026Viborg1 – 1FC Midtjylland
7 Dec 2025Viborg3 – 3FC Midtjylland
20 Sept 2025FC Midtjylland2 – 0Viborg

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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