14 September 2024 at 16:00

Superliga · Season 2024
Referee: J. Sundberg

Match Summary

FC Midtjylland defeated FC Copenhagen 2:1. The match was played in Superliga 2024. Goals were scored by K. Diks 31′ (pen.), O. Sørensen 69′, O. Diao 79′. 8 yellow cards were shown. FC Midtjylland had 48% possession while FC Copenhagen held 52%. FC Midtjylland had 17 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (2 on target) for FC Copenhagen. FC Midtjylland made 4 substitutions, FC Copenhagen made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (German Onugkha 60′).

Match Events

Key match events between FC Midtjylland and FC Copenhagen — 3 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.

FC Midtjylland
FC Copenhagen
Kick Off
31′
K. Diks

Penalty

Half Time
VAR
60′Goal cancelled
J. KuchtaE. Chilufya
63′
A. ŞimşirV. Byskov
64′
O. Sørensen

assist: O. Diao

69′
73′
E. AchouriV. Froholdt
73′
M. MattssonA. Cornelius
79′
83′
P. HatzidiakosV. Claesson
83′
G. GocholeishviliR. Huescas
Franculino DjúD. Castillo
86′
86′
M. ElyounoussiO. Højer
90+3′Thomas Delaney
D. OsorioLee Han-Beom
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Midtjylland had 48% possession against FC Copenhagen's 52%. FC Midtjylland registered 17 shots (5 on target) while FC Copenhagen managed 12 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 17–3. Fouls committed: 10–15.

5Shots on Goal2
10Shots off Goal6
17Total Shots12
2Blocked Shots4
8Shots insidebox6
9Shots outsidebox6
10Fouls15
17Corner Kicks3
1Offsides3
48%Ball Possession52%
3Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
327Total passes360
235Passes accurate264
72%Passes %73%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

FC Midtjylland lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under T. Thomasberg, while FC Copenhagen deployed a 4-2-3-1 under J. Neestrup.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Midtjylland is 7.27, compared to 7.07 for FC Copenhagen. 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 FC Copenhagen's best-rated player is N. Trott (7.68).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Midtjylland have contributed 27 goals and 20 assists this season, led by Franculino Djú (16G). FC Copenhagen's starters account for 13 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by M. Elyounoussi (6G). 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 7.05 on average, against FC Copenhagen's 4-man backline averaging 7.08. 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 7.65, versus FC Copenhagen's 5 rated 6.91. 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 7.51, compared to 1 for FC Copenhagen 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 FC Midtjylland and 83% for FC Copenhagen. 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 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for FC Copenhagen. 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 24.3 (youngest: O. Diao (21), oldest: K. Mbabu (30)), while FC Copenhagen average 27.8 (youngest: Gabriel Pereira (25), oldest: L. Lerager (32)). 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 20 league appearances each, versus 15 for FC Copenhagen. 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 StrengthFC Copenhagen
7.27
Avg Rating
7.07
7.28🧤 GK (1 v 1)7.68
0G 0A0G 0A
7.05🛡 DEF (4 v 4)7.08
3G 4A1G 0A
7.65 MID (4 v 5)6.91
8G 13A12G 8A
7.51 FWD (2 v 1)
16G 3A0G 0A
FC Midtjylland4-4-2
16🧤GKE. Ólafsson7.3
43🛡DEFK. Mbabu6.91A
4🛡DEFO. Diao7.01G1A
22🛡DEFM. Bech7.32G2A
6🛡DEFJ. Andersson
11MIDD. Osorio
24MIDO. Sørensen
5MIDE. Martínez
58MIDA. Şimşir7.78G13A
7FWDFranculino Djú7.516G3A
25FWDJ. Kuchta
FC Copenhagen4-2-3-1
1🧤GKN. Trott7.7
22🛡DEFG. Gocholeishvili
5🛡DEFGabriel Pereira7.11G
6🛡DEFP. Hatzidiakos
2🛡DEFK. Diks
12MIDL. Lerager6.71G1A
27MIDT. Delaney
10MIDM. Elyounoussi7.26G5A
8MIDM. Mattsson6.92G1A
30MIDE. Achouri6.83G1A
9FWDG. Onugkha

Substitutes

17(M)K. Askildsen
53(F)V. Lind

Substitutes

16(F)Robert
31(G)R. Rúnarsson

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, FC Midtjylland have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. FC Copenhagen show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

FC Midtjylland

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FC Copenhagen

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Head to Head

FC Midtjylland and FC Copenhagen have met 2 times — FC Midtjylland won 1, FC Copenhagen won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Midtjylland leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2026.

1

FC Midtjylland

1

Drawn

0

FC Copenhagen

Goals: 3Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (2)

8 Feb 2026FC Midtjylland2 – 1FC Copenhagen
5 Oct 2025FC Copenhagen1 – 1FC Midtjylland

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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