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Aarhus vs Aalborg

Ceres Park & Arena, Århus20 December 2020 at 15:00
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Referee: A. Poulsen

Match Events

Aarhus
Aalborg
Kick Off
G. Links
16′
23′Rasmus Thelander
J. Þorsteinsson
26′
Penalty confirmed27′
VAR
Casper Højer31′
J. Þorsteinsson

assist: P. Olsen

34′
42′
L. KlittenD. Granli
42′
M. HöjholtR. Kakeeto
Half Time
B. BlumeA. Grønbæk
65′
67′
T. van WeertT. Prica
J. ÞorsteinssonA. Munksgaard
74′
G. LinksM. Jevtović
74′
79′
Pedro FerreiraM. Christensen
F. TingagerN. Backman
85′
P. MortensenN. Helenius
85′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal1
5Shots off Goal4
18Total Shots6
5Blocked Shots1
9Shots insidebox3
9Shots outsidebox3
13Fouls16
3Corner Kicks4
2Offsides0
44%Ball Possession56%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves5
379Total passes469
260Passes accurate336
69%Passes %72%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Aarhus is 7.03, 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. Aarhus's highest-rated starter is G. Links (7.36), while Aalborg's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Aarhus have contributed 13 goals and 7 assists this season, led by P. Mortensen (8G). 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

Aarhus deploy 4 defenders rated 7.14 on average, against Aalborg's 4-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

Aarhus field 5 midfielders averaging 7.17, versus Aalborg's 5 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

Aarhus start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.62, compared to 1 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 82% for Aarhus 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

Aarhus's starters have collected 13 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 Aarhus's starting XI is 31.8 (youngest: G. Links (27), oldest: P. Mortensen (36)), 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

Aarhus's starters average 25 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.

Aarhus4-1-4-14-2-3-1Aalborg
GKDEFMIDFWD
73Grabara16Højer5Tingager34Diks37Hausner6Poulsen10Olsen29Blume17Þorstei.11Links9Mortens.1Rinne3Ahlmann26Theland.5Okore2Pallesen15Klitten17Kusk8Fossum6Ferreira14Höjholt9Weert

Substitutes

Coach: D. Nielsen

Substitutes

Coach: P. Feher

AarhusPosition StrengthAalborg
7.03
Avg Rating
7.14Defender (4 v 4)
1G 1A0G 0A
7.17Midfielder (5 v 5)
4G 6A0G 0A
6.62Forward (1 v 1)
8G 0A0G 0A
Aarhus4-1-4-1
73GoalkeeperK. Grabara
16DefenderC. Højer
5DefenderF. Tingager7.11G1A
34DefenderK. Diks
37DefenderS. Hausner
6MidfielderN. Poulsen7.01G2A
10MidfielderP. Olsen
29MidfielderB. Blume
17MidfielderJ. Þorsteinsson
11MidfielderG. Links7.43G4A
9ForwardP. Mortensen6.68G
Aalborg4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Rinne
3DefenderJ. Ahlmann
26DefenderR. Thelander
5DefenderJ. Okore
2DefenderK. Pallesen
15MidfielderL. Klitten
17MidfielderK. Kusk
8MidfielderI. Fossum
6MidfielderPedro Ferreira
14MidfielderM. Höjholt
9ForwardT. van Weert

Match Summary

Aarhus defeated Aalborg 3:0. The match was played in Superliga 2020. Goals were scored by G. Links 16′, J. Þorsteinsson 26′, J. Þorsteinsson 34′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Aarhus had 44% possession while Aalborg held 56%. Aarhus had 18 shots (8 on target) compared to 6 (1 on target) for Aalborg. Aarhus made 5 substitutions, Aalborg made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Jón Dagur Þórsteinsson 27′).

Rivalry since 2011

Aarhus vs Aalborg Head to Head Results

40 stretnutí
Aarhus
15
wins
Drawn
11
Aalborg
14
wins
Total goals
111 · 2.8/match
Both scored
19/40 · 48%
Over 2.5
21/40 · 53%

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