20 March 2022 at 13:00

Referee: M. Al Hakim

Match Summary

Malmo FF defeated Djurgardens IF 1:0. The match was played in Svenska Cupen 2021. Goals were scored by I. Thelin 33′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Djurgardens IF made 4 substitutions, Malmo FF made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Djurgardens IF and Malmo FF — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Djurgardens IF
Malmo FF
Kick Off
M. ErikssonE. Banda
16′
17′E. Rakip
31′
J. BergetS. Rieks
33′
I. Thelin

assist: S. Rieks

Half Time
46′
S. NanasiS. Peña
67′
A. ChristiansenD. Hadžikadunić
J. AsoroA. Ademi
75′
H. RadetinacG. Wikheim
75′
77′
I. ThelinM. Abubakari
84′S. Pena
H. FinndellM. Jonsson
87′
Full Time

Lineups

Djurgardens IF lined up in a — formation under K. Bergstrand, while Malmo FF deployed a — under M. Milojevic.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Djurgardens IF is 6.72, compared to 6.88 for Malmo FF. 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. Djurgardens IF's highest-rated starter is R. Schüller (7.07), while Malmo FF's best-rated player is A. Christiansen (7.13).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Djurgardens IF have contributed 0 goals and 1 assists this season, led by —. Malmo FF's starters account for 8 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by A. Christiansen (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Djurgardens IF field 11 midfielders averaging 6.72, versus Malmo FF's 11 rated 6.88. 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

Djurgardens IF's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Malmo FF. 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 Djurgardens IF's starting XI is 32.8 (youngest: H. Finndell (25), oldest: H. Radetinac (40)), while Malmo FF average 36.8 (youngest: I. Thelin (33), oldest: N. Moisander (40)). 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

Djurgardens IF's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 9 for Malmo FF. 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.

Djurgardens IFPosition StrengthMalmo FF
6.72
Avg Rating
6.88
6.72Midfielder (11 v 11)6.88
0G 1A8G 2A
Djurgardens IF
35MidfielderJ. Zetterström
19MidfielderP. Bengtsson
2MidfielderP. Johansson6.4
3MidfielderH. Ekdal
18MidfielderI. Hien
9MidfielderH. Radetinac
7MidfielderM. Eriksson
6MidfielderR. Schüller7.11A
13MidfielderH. Finndell6.7
16MidfielderV. Edvardsen
10MidfielderJ. Asoro
Malmo FF
27MidfielderJ. Dahlin
13MidfielderM. Olsson6.71G
4MidfielderN. Moisander
2MidfielderE. Larsson
24MidfielderL. Nielsen
10MidfielderA. Christiansen7.14G
32MidfielderJ. Berget
7MidfielderE. Rakip
19MidfielderV. Birmančević
37MidfielderS. Nanasi
9MidfielderI. Thelin6.83G2A

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Djurgardens IF have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Malmo FF show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Djurgardens IF

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Malmo FF

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Djurgardens IF vs Malmo FF Head to Head Results

Djurgardens IF and Malmo FF have met 20 times — Djurgardens IF won 9, Malmo FF won 8, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Djurgardens IF leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 20 meetings. A combined 48 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.40 per match (27 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (35%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (40%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2022.

9

Djurgardens IF

3

Drawn

8

Malmo FF

Goals: 27Goals: 21

Recent Meetings (20)

20 Sept 2025Malmo FF0 – 1Djurgardens IF
29 Mar 2025Djurgardens IF0 – 1Malmo FF
1 Sept 2024Malmo FF4 – 0Djurgardens IF
25 Apr 2024Djurgardens IF0 – 1Malmo FF
20 Aug 2023Malmo FF0 – 0Djurgardens IF
17 Jul 2023Djurgardens IF2 – 0Malmo FF
20 Oct 2022Malmo FF2 – 3Djurgardens IF
16 May 2022Djurgardens IF4 – 0Malmo FF
18 Sept 2021Malmo FF1 – 1Djurgardens IF
3 May 2021Djurgardens IF3 – 1Malmo FF
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 18 Apr 2026