IF Elfsborg vs Halmstad Prediction & Match Analysis
Full analysis and predictions for all markets
| Market | Option | Probability | Odds | Stats & Analysis |
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| 1X2 | Home Win |
82.5%
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| BTTS | Yes |
67.1%
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| Over / Under 2.5 | Over 2.5 |
64.5%
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| Corners O/U | Over 7.5 Corners |
92%
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| HT / FT | Home / Home |
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| Correct Score | 2-1 |
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IF Elfsborg
Halmstad
Statistics are based on season averages
Season Statistics
Team averages and season trends before this fixture
IF Elfsborg
32 matches
Halmstad
33 matches
| IF Elfsborg | Statistic | Halmstad |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Wins | 6 |
| 8 | Draws | 9 |
| 10 | Losses | 18 |
| 42 | Goals For | 31 |
| 36 | Goals Against | 61 |
| 1.31 | Avg Goals Scored | 0.94 |
| 1.13 | Avg Goals Conceded | 1.85 |
| 19 | BTTS Yes | 16 |
| 25 | Over 1.5 | 29 |
| 15 | Over 2.5 | 15 |
| 6 | Over 3.5 | 9 |
| 9 | Clean Sheets | 4 |
| 5 | Failed To Score | 14 |
| 4.05 | Shots On Goal | 3.91 |
| 12.14 | Total Shots | 12.73 |
| 4.23 | Corners | 4.27 |
| 48.1% | Ball Possession | 41.7% |
Match Analysis
Model notes, team context and key prediction signals
On paper, this fixture places two sides in different competitive situations, shaped by IF Elfsborg's more proactive style and Halmstad's more cautious structure. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with IF Elfsborg expected to line up in 4-2-3-1 and Halmstad in 4-4-2, which may reinforce the expected flow toward Halmstad having the stronger overall control. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. IF Elfsborg arrive from the stronger league position, sitting 4 with 37 points compared to Halmstad in 16 on 14, which underlines the gap in season consistency. A relatively balanced game with moderate goal potential looks most likely. Given the broader gap between the sides, Away Win looks like the most logical direction, while the clean-sheet expectation leans toward Halmstad. Recent form does not point to a completely one-sided rhythm, which increases the chance of a more tactical and phase-based contest.
Operating from 4 place with 37 points from 22 games, IF Elfsborg bring one of the stronger season profiles into this match. They have recorded 10 wins, 7 draws, and 5 losses, with a 31:22 goal return and good form over their recent run. In attack they lean heavily on M. Kamara (5 goals), L. Ãstman (5 goals), A. Zeneli (4 goals), with creative support from M. Kamara (3 assists), J. Magnússon (3 assists), A. Zeneli (2 assists), while defensively they have looked very solid. At home, the split of 6 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses supports the view of a very strong split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. Their football identity still points toward balanced attacking football.
Halmstad approach this match from a more delicate league position, standing 16 with 14 points from 22 matches. Their record of 3 wins, 5 draws, and 14 losses, together with goals at 16:40, reflects mixed form over their recent run. Much of their threat comes through R. Ascone (4 goals), O. Faraj (4 goals), O. Liimatta (4 goals), with creative support from H. Carneil (2 assists), R. Kaib (2 assists), M. Illary (2 assists), while the defensive numbers suggest they have been fairly stable. Away from home, they have managed 0 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses, a return that supports a weak split record. They are under visible pressure near the relegation zone. In football terms they often show a more cautious and defensive approach.
Across those 14 head-to-head meetings, IF Elfsborg won 9 times, Halmstad won 2 times, while 3 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 29:9 from IF Elfsborg's perspective. 6 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 6 matches, with an average of 2.71 goals per game.
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | G | GD | PTS | Form |
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| 1 | 22 | 16 | 3 | 3 | 52:28 | 24 | 51 |
W
W
W
L
L
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| 2 | 22 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 49:20 | 29 | 43 |
W
W
D
L
W
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| 3 | 22 | 13 | 2 | 7 | 47:21 | 26 | 41 |
L
W
W
W
W
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| 4 |
IF Elfsborg
Home
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22 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 31:22 | 9 | 37 |
W
W
L
W
D
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| 5 | 22 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 39:30 | 9 | 36 |
W
D
D
L
W
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| 6 | 22 | 10 | 5 | 7 | 34:35 | -1 | 35 |
W
W
L
W
D
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| 7 | 22 | 10 | 3 | 9 | 37:33 | 4 | 33 |
L
W
D
W
L
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| 8 | 22 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 31:34 | -3 | 33 |
L
D
L
D
W
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| 9 | 22 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 31:41 | -10 | 32 |
W
W
W
W
D
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| 10 | 22 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 28:20 | 8 | 30 |
W
L
D
W
L
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| 11 | 22 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 30:36 | -6 | 27 |
L
L
W
L
W
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| 12 | 22 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 27:38 | -11 | 22 |
L
D
D
L
L
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| 13 | 22 | 5 | 4 | 13 | 21:36 | -15 | 19 |
L
L
L
L
D
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| 14 | 22 | 5 | 4 | 13 | 19:34 | -15 | 19 |
L
L
W
L
L
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| 15 | 22 | 3 | 6 | 13 | 25:49 | -24 | 15 |
L
L
D
L
D
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| 16 |
Halmstad
Away
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22 | 3 | 5 | 14 | 16:40 | -24 | 14 |
W
L
L
W
D
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