23 February 2020 at 13:30

Referee: M. Al Hakim

Match Summary

IFK Norrkoping defeated Halmstad 1:0. The match was played in Svenska Cupen 2019. Goals were scored by C. Björk 38′. 3 yellow cards were shown. IFK Norrkoping made 3 substitutions, Halmstad made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between IFK Norrkoping and Halmstad — 1 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

IFK Norrkoping
Halmstad
Kick Off
Half Time
Í. JóhannessonC. Nyman
61′
67′
J. SvedbergD. Djuric
67′
R. Wiedesheim-PaulK. Sadat
74′
T. BoakyeE. Wikström
A. BlomqvistM. Kusu
78′
S. ThernC. Telo
86′
Full Time

Lineups

IFK Norrkoping lined up in a — formation under J. Gustafsson, while Halmstad deployed a — under M. Haglund.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for IFK Norrkoping is —, compared to 6.98 for Halmstad. 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. IFK Norrkoping's highest-rated starter is —, while Halmstad's best-rated player is J. Allansson (6.98).

Midfield Control

IFK Norrkoping field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Halmstad's 11 rated 6.98. 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.

Discipline

IFK Norrkoping's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Halmstad. 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 IFK Norrkoping's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: C. Björk (25), oldest: C. Björk (25)), while Halmstad average 32.0 (youngest: J. Svedberg (26), oldest: Andreas Johansson (43)). 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

IFK Norrkoping's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 30 for Halmstad. 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.

IFK NorrkopingPosition StrengthHalmstad
Avg Rating
6.98
Midfielder (11 v 11)6.98
0G 0A0G 2A
IFK Norrkoping
0MidfielderI. Pettersson
0MidfielderL. Gerson
0MidfielderH. Castegren
0MidfielderE. Binaku
0MidfielderR. Lauritsen
0MidfielderS. Thern
0MidfielderA. Blomqvist
0MidfielderS. Haksabanovic
0MidfielderJ. Levi
0MidfielderÍ. Jóhannesson
0MidfielderC. Björk
Halmstad
0MidfielderM. Nilsson
0MidfielderAndreas Johansson
0MidfielderA. Berntsson
0MidfielderA. Bengtsson
0MidfielderE. Kurtulus
0MidfielderJ. Allansson7.02A
0MidfielderT. Boakye
0MidfielderS. Kroon
0MidfielderJ. Svedberg
0MidfielderM. Boman
0MidfielderR. Wiedesheim-Paul

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, IFK Norrkoping have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Halmstad show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

IFK Norrkoping

LWWDLL

Halmstad

LWWWDL

IFK Norrkoping vs Halmstad Head to Head Results

IFK Norrkoping and Halmstad have met 10 times — IFK Norrkoping won 5, Halmstad won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2017. IFK Norrkoping leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 10 meetings. A combined 27 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.70 per match (16 for the home side, 11 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (70%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (70%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. IFK Norrkoping are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2017.

5

IFK Norrkoping

2

Drawn

3

Halmstad

Goals: 16Goals: 11

Recent Meetings (10)

13 Sept 2025Halmstad1 – 1IFK Norrkoping
19 Apr 2025IFK Norrkoping3 – 0Halmstad
29 Sept 2024Halmstad0 – 0IFK Norrkoping
21 Jul 2024IFK Norrkoping1 – 0Halmstad
13 Aug 2023Halmstad1 – 3IFK Norrkoping
10 Jul 2023IFK Norrkoping1 – 2Halmstad
22 Aug 2021Halmstad2 – 1IFK Norrkoping
25 Apr 2021IFK Norrkoping2 – 1Halmstad
23 Sept 2017Halmstad2 – 1IFK Norrkoping
27 May 2017IFK Norrkoping3 – 2Halmstad
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 18 Apr 2026