7 April 2026 at 17:00

Referee: Lasse Laebel Graagaard

Match Summary

FC Nordsjaelland defeated Brondby 2:1. The match was played in Superliga 2025. Goals were scored by J. Ambaek 45′, A. Lind 59′, I. Adel 88′. 4 yellow cards were shown. FC Nordsjaelland had 53% possession while Brondby held 47%. FC Nordsjaelland had 13 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Brondby. Expected goals: FC Nordsjaelland 1.89 — Brondby 1.02. FC Nordsjaelland made 5 substitutions, Brondby made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Ibrahim Adel 70′).

Match Events

Key match events between FC Nordsjaelland and Brondby — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

FC Nordsjaelland
Brondby
Kick Off
45′
J. Ambaek

assist: N. Vallys

Half Time
A. Lind

assist: P. Amoako

59′
P. AmoakoI. Adel
66′
M. BrinkM. Heyde
66′
69′
D. WassM. Jensen
69′
J. AmbaekE. Dennis
69′
O. SowM. Lahdo
Goal cancelled70′
VAR
A. LindL. Nene
74′
R. NorheimV. Gustafsen
80′
J. LahteenmakiS. Acquah
81′
82′
M. DivkovicS. Fukuda
I. Adel

assist: L. Nene

88′
Levy Nene90+7′
90+5′
J. VanlerbergheM. Frokjaer-Jensen
Full Time

Match Statistics

FC Nordsjaelland had 53% possession against Brondby's 47%. FC Nordsjaelland registered 13 shots (7 on target) while Brondby managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 11–12.

7Shots on Goal3
4Shots off Goal4
13Total Shots8
2Blocked Shots1
12Shots insidebox5
1Shots outsidebox3
11Fouls12
5Corner Kicks6
2Offsides0
53%Ball Possession47%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves5
537Total passes454
458Passes accurate375
85%Passes %83%
1.89expected_goals1.02
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

FC Nordsjaelland lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Jens Olsen, while Brondby deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Steven Cooper.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for FC Nordsjaelland is 6.98, compared to 6.95 for Brondby. 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 A. Hansen (7.49), while Brondby's best-rated player is P. Pentz (7.30).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of FC Nordsjaelland have contributed 29 goals and 20 assists this season, led by P. Amoako (7G). Brondby's starters account for 19 goals and 14 assists, spearheaded by N. Vallys (7G). 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 Nordsjaelland deploy 3 defenders rated 6.98 on average, against Brondby's 4-man backline averaging 6.98. 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 6.81, versus Brondby's 5 rated 6.89. 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 7.05, compared to 1 for Brondby averaging 6.76. 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 83% for FC Nordsjaelland and 83% for Brondby. 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 Nordsjaelland's starters have collected 36 yellow cards this season, compared to 22 for Brondby. 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 Nordsjaelland's starting XI is 23.5 (youngest: L. Sadio (18), oldest: P. Ankersen (35)), while Brondby average 26.7 (youngest: J. Ambaek (17), oldest: D. Wass (36)). 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 21 league appearances each, versus 18 for Brondby. 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 Nordsjaelland3-4-34-2-3-1Brondby
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Hansen2Ankersen3Salquist36Yirenkyi25Lahteen.18Janssen6Brink23Norheim37Sadio11Lind10Amoako1Pentz2Villads.14Godfrey30Vanlerb.27Kohlert99Slisz10Wass24Divkovic7Vallys22Sow38Ambaek

Substitutes

Coach: Jens Olsen

Substitutes

Coach: Steven Cooper

FC NordsjaellandPosition StrengthBrondby
6.98
Avg Rating
6.95
7.49Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.30
0G 0A0G 0A
6.98Defender (3 v 4)6.98
6G 6A1G 4A
6.81Midfielder (4 v 5)6.89
8G 5A11G 10A
7.05Forward (3 v 1)6.76
15G 9A7G 0A
FC Nordsjaelland3-4-3
13GoalkeeperA. Hansen7.5
2DefenderP. Ankersen6.93G1A
3DefenderT. Salquist7.01G
36DefenderC. Yirenkyi7.12G5A
25MidfielderJ. Lahteenmaki6.72G2A
18MidfielderJ. Janssen7.03G2A
6MidfielderM. Brink6.8
23MidfielderR. Norheim6.73G1A
37ForwardL. Sadio7.22G1A
11ForwardA. Lind7.06G3A
10ForwardP. Amoako7.07G5A
Brondby4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Pentz7.3
2DefenderO. Villadsen6.92A
14DefenderB. Godfrey6.91G
30DefenderJ. Vanlerberghe7.0
27DefenderM. Kohlert7.02A
99MidfielderB. Slisz7.1
10MidfielderD. Wass6.91G2A
24MidfielderM. Divkovic6.93G1A
7MidfielderN. Vallys7.07G7A
22MidfielderO. Sow6.6
38ForwardJ. Ambaek6.87G

Recent Form

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

FC Nordsjaelland

WDWWWL

Brondby

WLLDLD

FC Nordsjaelland vs Brondby Head to Head Results

FC Nordsjaelland and Brondby have met 52 times — FC Nordsjaelland won 14, Brondby won 27, with 11 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Brondby leads the head-to-head with 27 victories from 52 meetings. A combined 161 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.10 per match (65 for the home side, 96 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 29 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 29 games (56%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2018.

14

FC Nordsjaelland

11

Drawn

27

Brondby

Goals: 65Goals: 96

Recent Meetings (52)

9 Nov 2025Brondby2 – 0FC Nordsjaelland
30 Oct 2025FC Nordsjaelland4 – 2Brondby
27 Jul 2025FC Nordsjaelland0 – 1Brondby
11 May 2025FC Nordsjaelland2 – 2Brondby
18 Apr 2025Brondby0 – 0FC Nordsjaelland
10 Nov 2024Brondby1 – 1FC Nordsjaelland
30 Sept 2024FC Nordsjaelland4 – 1Brondby
15 May 2024Brondby1 – 0FC Nordsjaelland
28 Apr 2024FC Nordsjaelland1 – 1Brondby
29 Oct 2023Brondby2 – 1FC Nordsjaelland
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 17 Apr 2026