Elfsborg vs Degerfors preview
2026 Allsvenskan, Sweden
Borås Arena
Round 19 ·
Regular Season
STANDINGS
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Promotion
Promotion Playoffs
Relegation
Data last checked: Aug 29
CONTEXT
Elfsborg defeated Degerfors by a score of 2-0 in their encounter. The halftime score stood at 1-0 in favor of the home side. Elfsborg controlled the game with 60 percent possession and created an expected goals value of 1.41 against Degerfors who managed only 0.25. The stronger team Elfsborg emerged as the winner consistent with pre-match assessments. There were no red cards issued to either side during the match. The outcome proved consistent with the xG figures recorded. Degerfors struggled to create meaningful opportunities throughout the ninety minutes. Elfsborg's dominance in possession translated into the two goals scored without reply from the visitors. The match highlighted Elfsborg's ability to maintain control and convert their chances effectively while limiting the opposition's threats.
TL;DR
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Structural deviation: Final score: Elfsborg 2-0 Degerfors. Elfsborg showed a significant deviation from the pre-match structural baseline.
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Efficiency shift: The efficiency shift remained in line with established patterns for both sides.
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xG alignment: The match outcome was consistent with the recorded xG values.
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Market alignment: The result aligned with the indicated market alignment status.
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xG expectations: Elfsborg posted 1.41 xG against Degerfors at 0.25 xG for a differential of 1.16.
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Event impact: No second half adjustments or major events changed the match flow.
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Red card distortion: Zero red cards for both teams produced no red card distortion.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)
Quality vs Volume
Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11
Open Play vs Set Play
Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%
Expected Points
| Team | xPts |
|---|---|
| Home | 1.8 |
| Away | 1.2 |
ℹ️
Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
A. Aganovic
Referee
•
25 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee
30.32
League Avg
0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee
4
League Avg
0
Red Cards / Match
Referee
0.36
League Avg
0
Penalties / Match
Referee
0.36
League Avg
0
1.56
Avg Points / Game
(Last 100 Matches)
0.89
1.67 i
Last 6 Opponents
IFK Göteborg
Rank: 55
D
Västerås SK
Rank: 56
W
Mjällby
Rank: 68
W
Malmö FF
Rank: 63
W
Sirius
Rank: 67
L
GAIS
Rank: 61
L
Avg Points / Game
(Last 6 Matches)
1 i
Last 6 Opponents
Brommapojkarna
Rank: 53
L
IFK Göteborg
Rank: 58
W
Malmö FF
Rank: 65
W
IFK Göteborg
Rank: 57
L
Djurgården
Rank: 67
L
Hammarby
Rank: 70
L
2
Head to Head
(Wins - Draws - Losses)
2 - 0 - 1
1
Team Power Ranking
iWhat is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
61.07
49.53
0 (Weakest)
100 (Strongest)
Metric
Elfsborg
Degerfors
Power Score
61.07
49.53
League Position
5
14
Global Rank
544
899
Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted
Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.
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Elfsborg
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Opponent-weighted form score
Degerfors
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Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts)
Draw (1 pt)
Loss (0 pts)
Elfsborg Degerfors
Heatmaps Ball coordinates
Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.
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Elfsborg
Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
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Own half density —
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Degerfors
Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
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Own half density —
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Possession Efficiency data not available for this match.
Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence
Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.
Elfsborg
vs
Degerfors
Created
Set-piece attacking threat
Elfsborg
Degerfors
Set-piece xG Share
Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
5%
Goals per Match
Average set-piece goals scored per match.
0.00
0.00
vs Expected (xG)
Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
-0.07
vs
-0.03
Conceded
Set-piece defensive exposure
Elfsborg
Degerfors
Set-piece xGA Share
Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
11%
Conceded per Match
Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
0.00
0.00
vs Expected (xGA)
Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
-0.03
vs
-0.07
Elfsborg
Degerfors
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG
Counter / Transition Attack & Defence
What happens in the 15 seconds immediately after possession changes hands — based on Last 6 matches.
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Elfsborg
vs
Degerfors
Attack After Winning
Possession transition → offence
Elfsborg
Degerfors
Goals per Match
Average goals scored within 15s of winning the ball per match.
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Shots per Match
Average shots taken within 15s of winning the ball per match.
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Dangerous Attacks
Average dangerous attacks launched within 15s of winning possession per match.
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Transition Efficiency Index
Composite score (0–1) of how efficiently this team attacks within 15s of winning the ball. Higher = more dangerous on transition.
Higher = stronger on the counter
Elfsborg
0.00
Degerfors
0.00
Defence After Losing
Possession loss → defensive exposure
Elfsborg
Degerfors
Goals Conceded
Average goals conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match.
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Shots Conceded
Average shots conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match.
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Dangerous Attacks Conceded
Average dangerous attacks allowed within 15s of losing possession per match.
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Vulnerability Index
Composite score (0–1) of how exposed this team is within 15s of losing the ball. Lower = better at preventing transition attacks.
Lower = better transition defence
Elfsborg
0.00
Degerfors
0.00
Elfsborg
Degerfors
Window = 15s post-possession change
Index = 0–1 composite score
PRESSURE INDEX
Momentum phases from smoothed minute-by-minute pressure.
- ELF had peak pressure around 8'.
- ELF started the game with stronger pressure.
ELF Pressure
Degerfors Pressure
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Pressure Index:
ELF reached the top pressure at 8' (83.23).
Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons
Summary of 3 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.
Elfsborg
ELF
Home
3
matches
Degerfors
Degerfors
Away
Match Record
2
Wins
1
0
Draws
0
1
Losses
2
Goals
3
Goals Scored
2
2
Goals Conceded
3
+1
Goal Difference
-1
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0
Data last updated: 2026-08-29T11:00:41+00:00
STARTING XI
Match Formation
4-2-3-1
Match Formation
5-3-2
38 M. Igonen
18 S. Diatara
2 A. Faqa
16 S. Ohlsson
20 E. Barsoum
22 N. Girmai
23 R. Dzabic
11 D. Vukojevic
17 A. Taranis
General Information
Date & Time
Competition
2026 Allsvenskan, Sweden · Round 19 · Regular Season
Stadium
Borås Arena
Capacity
17800
Pitch Surface
Artificial turf
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Adi Aganovic
Next Match
Elfsborg
vs
Brommapojkarna
League: Allsvenskan
Kickoff: Sun, 6 Sep - 2:30 PM
Venue: Grimsta IP
Degerfors
vs
Halmstad
League: Allsvenskan
Kickoff: Sat, 5 Sep - 1:00 PM
Venue: Stora Valla
Statistics
Possession
ELF
59%
Degerfors
41%
Top Statistics
2
Goals
0
2
Big Chances Created
0
3
Shots
3
59
Dangerous attacks
36
60
Possession
40
8
Corners
6
12
Free kicks
11
0
Yellow Cards
2
Match Overview
44
Ball Safe
47
7
Goal Kicks
8
8
Goal Attempts
4
4
Substitutions
4
26
Throwins
19
0
Injuries
1
21
Dribble Attempts
13
10
Successful Dribbles
2
48
Successful Dribbles Percentage
15
Attacking
138
Attacks
83
Possession
57
Long Passes
68
582
Passes
376
500
Successful Passes
298
86
Successful Passes Percentage
79
12
Key Passes
7
24
Successful Long Passes
34
42
Successful Long Passes Percentage
50
Defensive
1
Saves
3
19
Tackles
26
9
Interceptions
12
51
Duels Won
52
Build-up
16
Total Crosses
18
5
Accurate Crosses
1
Discipline
11
Fouls
12
Lineup
Referee :
Adi Aganovic
Manager ▼
B. Hamberg
Coach
Starting XI ▼
Substitutes ▼
14
G. Gunnarsson
Attacker
Events
2ND-HALF
8th Substitution
88'
Right foot shot / 2nd Goal
87'
6th Substitution
82'
7th Substitution
82'
82'
4th Substitution
82'
5th Substitution
81'
Foul / 2nd Yellowcard
67'
3rd Substitution
2nd Substitution
64'
59'
1st Substitution
1ST-HALF
29'
Foul / 1st Yellowcard
Right foot shot / 1st Goal
13'
CONCLUSION
The 2-0 final score reflected Elfsborg's clear edge in possession at 60 percent and xG at 1.41 compared to Degerfors at 0.25. A 1-0 halftime lead allowed the home side to manage the second half without conceding while adding one more goal. The xG differential of 1.16 confirmed the performance gap between the sides. Absence of red cards kept the contest free of disciplinary effects and efficiency stayed in line with norms. Elfsborg as the stronger team delivered an outcome fully consistent with xG data and alignment metrics. The game showed steady control from the winners with no notable structural or event based shifts from expected patterns.
Match Commentary