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9 August 2024 at 17:00

20
Full Time
Superliga · Season 2024
Referee: M. Krogh

Match Summary

FC Midtjylland defeated Vejle 2:0. The match was played in Superliga 2024. Goals were scored by O. Sørensen 39′, O. Brynhildsen 58′. FC Midtjylland had 48% possession while Vejle held 52%. FC Midtjylland had 21 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Vejle. Expected goals: FC Midtjylland 1.88 — Vejle 0.60. FC Midtjylland made 5 substitutions, Vejle made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between FC Midtjylland and Vejle — 2 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.

FC Midtjylland
Vejle
Kick Off
O. Sørensen

assist: E. Chilufya

39′
Half Time
O. Brynhildsen

assist: A. Şimşir

58′
62′
L. HetemiM. Murata
62′
S. VelkovM. Juwara
62′
C. GammelgaardM. Elvius
J. AnderssonA. Gabriel
63′
E. ChilufyaFranculino Djú
63′
A. ŞimşirD. Osorio
72′
K. AskildsenE. Martínez
72′
75′
D. EmmanouilidisY. N'Gbakoto
81′
L. HujberA. Jacobsen
O. BrynhildsenA. Kamara
88′
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Midtjylland had 48% possession against Vejle's 52%. FC Midtjylland registered 21 shots (5 on target) while Vejle managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 14–4. Fouls committed: 12–7.

5Shots on Goal3
10Shots off Goal5
21Total Shots12
6Blocked Shots4
15Shots insidebox6
6Shots outsidebox6
12Fouls7
14Corner Kicks4
0Offsides3
48%Ball Possession52%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
403Total passes458
321Passes accurate374
80%Passes %82%
1.88expected_goals0.60
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

FC Midtjylland lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under T. Thomasberg, while Vejle deployed a 3-4-2-1 under I. Prelec.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Midtjylland is 7.12, compared to 6.79 for Vejle. 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 A. Şimşir (7.65), while Vejle's best-rated player is I. Vekić (6.81).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Midtjylland have contributed 11 goals and 17 assists this season, led by A. Şimşir (8G). Vejle's starters account for 4 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by S. Velkov (4G). 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 7.13 on average, against Vejle's 3-man backline averaging 6.75. 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 7.65, versus Vejle's 4 rated 6.80. 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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.40, compared to 3 for Vejle 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 76% for FC Midtjylland and 42% for Vejle. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Vejle. 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 24.2 (youngest: O. Diao (21), oldest: M. Bech (26)), while Vejle average 27.8 (youngest: L. Hujber (26), oldest: S. Velkov (29)). 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 18 league appearances each, versus 11 for Vejle. 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 StrengthVejle
7.12
Avg Rating
6.79
7.28🧤 GK (1 v 1)6.81
0G 0A0G 0A
7.13🛡 DEF (4 v 3)6.75
3G 3A4G 0A
7.65 MID (5 v 4)6.80
8G 13A0G 0A
6.40 FWD (1 v 3)
0G 1A0G 0A
FC Midtjylland4-2-3-1
16🧤GKE. Ólafsson7.3
6🛡DEFJ. Andersson
4🛡DEFO. Diao7.01G1A
22🛡DEFM. Bech7.32G2A
15🛡DEFC. Sørensen
2MIDA. Rømer
17MIDK. Askildsen
24MIDO. Sørensen
9MIDO. Brynhildsen
58MIDA. Şimşir7.78G13A
14FWDE. Chilufya6.41A
Vejle3-4-2-1
1🧤GKI. Vekić6.8
13🛡DEFS. Velkov6.84G
14🛡DEFD. van Bruggen
4🛡DEFO. Provstgaard
25MIDL. Hujber6.8
34MIDL. Hetemi
5MIDH. Barry
38MIDD. Čolina
37FWDC. Gammelgaard
17FWDD. Emmanouilidis
9FWDG. Onugkha

Substitutes

Substitutes

71(M)M. Murata
11(F)M. Juwara
59(D)M. Elvius
7(F)Y. N'Gbakoto
24(G)T. Jakobsen
3(D)M. Albornoz

Recent Form

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

FC Midtjylland

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Vejle

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Head to Head

FC Midtjylland and Vejle have met 3 times — FC Midtjylland won 3, Vejle won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Midtjylland leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.67 per match (9 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. FC Midtjylland are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2025.

3

FC Midtjylland

0

Drawn

0

Vejle

Goals: 9Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (3)

19 Oct 2025FC Midtjylland5 – 1Vejle
17 Aug 2025Vejle0 – 2FC Midtjylland
8 Feb 2025FC Midtjylland2 – 1Vejle

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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