Halmstad vs GAIS preview

Sweden flag 2026 Allsvenskan, Sweden
Björkevi IP Sun, 9 Aug - 2:30 PM
Allsvenskan
HalmstadHAL
0 2
GAISGAI
Full Time Sun, 9 Aug 2:30 PM
Round 16 Regular Season
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Goal
Samuel Salter - 65', 77'

CONTEXT

Halmstad hosted GAIS in a match that concluded with a 0-2 scoreline after a goalless first half. GAIS maintained 62 percent possession against Halmstad's 38 percent while recording an xG total of 3.81 compared to the home side's 1.06. The xG differential stood at -2.75 and the outcome proved consistent with these underlying metrics. No red cards were issued to either team and the stronger side secured the victory without deviation from the expected result. GAIS demonstrated a significant structural deviation in performance levels throughout the contest. The efficiency metrics remained in line with the overall pattern observed in the data. This result reflected the away team's dominance in key statistical areas from start to finish.

TL;DR

  • Structural deviation: GAIS recorded a significant structural deviation of 100 percent in the match.
  • Efficiency shift: The efficiency shift remained in line with expected performance levels.
  • xG alignment: The final result aligned with the xG values of 1.06 for Halmstad and 3.81 for GAIS.
  • Market alignment: The outcome proved aligned with pre-match expectations for the stronger team.
  • xG expectations: GAIS exceeded xG expectations by converting opportunities into a 0-2 win.
  • Event impact: The match progressed without major events beyond the 0-2 final score.
  • Red card distortion: No red cards occurred so the result showed zero disciplinary 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

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
N. Karlsson
N. Karlsson
Referee • 25 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 30.4
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
A. Svensson
A. Svensson
1st Assistant • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
P. Leek
P. Leek
2nd Assistant • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
K. Karlsson
K. Karlsson
4th Official • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Halmstad S. Baxter
S. Baxter
VS
GAIS F. Holmberg
F. Holmberg
0.47
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
1.33
0.17 i
Last 6 Opponents
Sirius Rank: 71 L
GAIS Rank: 63 D
Häcken Rank: 61 L
Djurgården Rank: 69 L
Västerås SK Rank: 54 L
Malmö FF Rank: 64 L
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
1.33 i
Last 6 Opponents
Halmstad Rank: 46 D
AIK Rank: 60 L
Elfsborg Rank: 61 W
Brommapojkarna Rank: 53 D
Kalmar Rank: 55 W
Sirius Rank: 70 L
1
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
1 - 1 - 3
3

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
46.24
62.73
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Halmstad
GAIS
Power Score
46.24
62.73
League Position
16
7
Global Rank
974
490

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.

–
vs
Halmstad — Opponent-weighted form score
GAIS — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Halmstad GAIS

Heatmaps Ball coordinates

Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.

–
vs

Halmstad

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

GAIS

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Possession Efficiency Possession-Adjusted

How effectively each team uses and defends their share of possession. Efficiency adjusted based on team possession percentage

Halmstad ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy GAIS
Attacking Efficiency
Higher is better
Attacking Efficiency
44.61
37.58
Defensive Efficiency
Lower is better
Defensive Efficiency
37.58
44.61
Combined Efficiency Index Z-score combining attacking and defensive possession-adjusted efficiency.
Positive = above league average.
Negative = below league average.
Formula: EfficiencyIndex = z(AttackEff) − z(DefenceEff)
-3 0 3
Halmstad +0.72 Efficiency Index
vs
GAIS -0.72 Efficiency Index
xG data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using shots and dangerous attacks (proxy). Confidence: Medium.
Halmstad
GAIS
AttackEff = xG ÷ pos
DefenceEff = xGA ÷ (1−pos)

Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence

Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.

Halmstad
vs
GAIS
Created Set-piece attacking threat
Halmstad GAIS
Set-piece xG Share Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
14%
2%
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.
-0.15 vs -0.10
Conceded Set-piece defensive exposure
Halmstad GAIS
Set-piece xGA Share Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
2%
14%
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).
-0.10 vs -0.15
Halmstad
GAIS
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.

–
Halmstad
vs
GAIS
Attack After Winning Possession transition → offence
Halmstad GAIS
Goals per Match Average goals scored within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Shots per Match Average shots taken within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Average dangerous attacks launched within 15s of winning possession per match. ↑ better
—
—
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
Halmstad 0.38
GAIS 0.30
Defence After Losing Possession loss → defensive exposure
Halmstad GAIS
Goals Conceded Average goals conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Shots Conceded Average shots conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Conceded Average dangerous attacks allowed within 15s of losing possession per match. ↓ better
—
—
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
Halmstad 0.03
GAIS 0.00
Halmstad
GAIS
Window = 15s post-possession change
Index = 0–1 composite score

PRESSURE INDEX

Momentum phases from smoothed minute-by-minute pressure.

  • GAI had peak pressure around 9'.
  • GAI started the game with stronger pressure.
  • Both teams' pressure dropped after the 30th minute.
HAL Pressure GAI Pressure
⚡
Pressure Index: GAI reached the top pressure at 9' (79.74).

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 5 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Halmstad HAL Home
5 matches
GAIS GAI Away
Match Record
1
Wins
3
1
Draws
1
3
Losses
1
Goals
7
Goals Scored
10
10
Goals Conceded
7
-3
Goal Difference
+3
Expected Goals
1.17
xG
3.38
3.38
xGA
1.17

Data last updated: 2026-08-10T07:47:34+00:00

STARTING XI

Match Formation 4-4-2
Match Formation 4-3-3
Pitch

General Information

Date & Time
Aug 09, 2026, 02:30 PM
Competition
2026 Allsvenskan, Sweden · Round 16 · Regular Season
Stadium
Björkevi IP
Capacity
15500
Attendance
6010
Pitch Surface
N/A
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Niclas Karlsson
Andreas Svensson
Pär Leek
Kristoffer Karlsson

Statistics

Possession
HAL
41%
GAI
59%

Top Statistics

0 Goals 2
0 Big Chances Created 5
4 Shots 7
39 Dangerous attacks 66
38 Possession 62
7 Corners 7
10 Free kicks 11
0 Yellow Cards 1

Match Overview

82 Ball Safe 88
10 Goal Kicks 4
7 Goal Attempts 13
3 Substitutions 5
23 Throwins 24
0 Hit Woodwork 1
0 Assists 2
1 Injuries 0
14 Dribble Attempts 11
5 Successful Dribbles 3
36 Successful Dribbles Percentage 27

Attacking

74 Attacks 122
0 Big Chances Missed 3

Possession

71 Long Passes 66
328 Passes 555
268 Successful Passes 483
82 Successful Passes Percentage 87
12 Key Passes 11
37 Successful Long Passes 37
52 Successful Long Passes Percentage 56

Defensive

6 Saves 5
17 Tackles 19
8 Interceptions 6
41 Duels Won 44

Build-up

19 Total Crosses 25
3 Accurate Crosses 14

Discipline

1 Offsides 1
11 Fouls 10

Lineup

Referee : Niclas Karlsson

Starting XI ▼

1
Tim Rönning
Tim Rönning Goalkeeper
7.38
3
Gabriel Wallentin
Gabriel Wallentin Defender
6.94
5
Pascal Gregor
Pascal Gregor Defender
6.58
17
André Boman
André Boman Defender
6.9
24
Rami Kaib
Rami Kaib Defender
6.67
6
Joel Allansson
Joel Allansson Midfielder
6.88
14
Hussein Carneil
Hussein Carneil Midfielder
6.87
19
Marvin Illary
Marvin Illary Midfielder
6.8
22
Oliver Kapsimalis
Oliver Kapsimalis
Attacker78'
6.77
27
Rocco Ascone
Rocco Ascone (C) Midfielder
6.93
13
Vincent Johansson
Vincent Johansson
Midfielder69'
6.26
11
Ludvig Arvidsson
Ludvig Arvidsson Attacker
7.06
18
Malte Persson
Malte Persson Attacker
6.46
9
Omar Faraj
Omar Faraj
Attacker73'
6.71
Referee : Niclas Karlsson

Starting XI ▼

1
Mergim Krasniqi
Mergim Krasniqi Goalkeeper
7.73
2
Matteo de Brienne
Matteo de Brienne Defender
8.06
4
Oskar Ågren
Oskar Ågren (C) Defender
8.21
12
Robin Frej
Robin Frej Defender
6.88
6
August Wängberg
August Wängberg
Defender61'
7.4
24
Filip Beckman
Filip Beckman Defender
7.09
8
William Milovanovic
William Milovanovic Midfielder
7
34
Dennis Collander
Dennis Collander
Midfielder82'
6.57
10
Henry Sletsjøe
Henry Sletsjøe Midfielder
7.41
17
Róbert Frosti Thorkelsson
Róbert Frosti Thorkelsson Midfielder
7.71
11
Rasmus Niklasson Petrovic
Rasmus Niklasson Petrovic Attacker
6.77
14
Simon Jørgensen
Simon Jørgensen
Attacker88'
21
Nikola Vasic
Nikola Vasic Attacker
6.32
20
Samuel Salter
Samuel Salter
Attacker61'
2
8.56
32
Oscar Pettersson
Oscar Pettersson Attacker
6.96
16
Max Andersson
Max Andersson
Midfielder61'
6.67

Events

2ND-HALF
88'
Event
Simon Jørgensen → Rasmus Niklasson Petrovic
8th Substitution
82'
Event
Dennis Collander → William Milovanovic
7th Substitution
Event
Oliver Kapsimalis → Marvin Illary
6th Substitution
78'
77'
Event
Samuel Salter
Header / 2nd Goal
Event
Omar Faraj → Malte Persson
5th Substitution
73'
Event
Vincent Johansson → Rocco Ascone
4th Substitution
69'
65'
Event
Samuel Salter
Right foot shot / 1st Goal
63'
Event
Max Andersson
Foul / 1st Yellowcard
61'
Event
Max Andersson → Oscar Pettersson
1st Substitution
61'
Event
Samuel Salter → Nikola Vasic
2nd Substitution
61'
Event
August Wängberg  → Robin Frej
3rd Substitution

Match Commentary

90
Attempt Attempt
Simon Jorgensen takes a right-footed shot, but it is blocked.
90
Attempt Attempt
Simon Jorgensen's right-footed shot is blocked.
90
Attempt Attempt
Simon Jorgensen's right-footed shot is blocked.
90
Attempt Attempt
Simon Jorgensen's right-footed shot is blocked.
90
Update Update
Match ends with a score of 0-2.
90
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
90
Attempt Attempt
Simon Jorgensen takes a right-footed shot, but it is blocked.
89
Attempt Attempt
Simon Jorgensen's right-footed shot is blocked.
88
Update Update
Match ends with a score of 0-2.
88
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
88
Attempt Attempt
Omar Faraj takes a right-footed shot, but it is blocked.
88
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
87
Update Update
On Simon Jorgensen, off Rasmus Johansson.
87
Attempt Attempt
Oliver Kapsimalis takes a right-footed shot, but it's saved.
86
Update Update
On Simon Jorgensen, off Rasmus Johansson.
86
Attempt Attempt
Oliver Kapsimalis takes a right-footed shot, but it is saved.
82
Attempt Attempt
Omar Faraj attempts a header but misses the shot.
81
Attempt Attempt
Hussein Carneil takes a right-footed shot, but it is saved.
81
Substitution Substitution
Substitution: Dennis Collander comes on for William Milovanovic.
78
Substitution Substitution
Substituting Dennis Collander for William Milovanovic.
77
Update Update
Oliver Kapsimalis is on, and Marvin Illary is off.
77
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Shot on goal! Samuel Salter heads it in for a goal.
73
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! The score is now 0-2.
71
Substitution Substitution
Substitution: Omar Faraj comes on for Malte Persson.
70
Attempt Attempt
Matteo de Brienne takes a left-footed shot, but it is saved.
69
Update Update
Vincent Johansson is on, and Rocco Ascone is off.
66
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Omar Faraj comes on for Malte Persson.
65
Update Update
Vincent Johansson is on, and Rocco Ascone is off.
64
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! The score is now 0-1.
63
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Max Andersson receives a yellow card.
61
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Max Andersson receives a yellow card.
61
Update Update
Samuel Salter replaces Nikola Vasic.
61
Update Update
On August Wangberg, off for Robin Sixten Frej.
60
Substitution Substitution
Max Andersson is substituted for Oscar Pettersson.
60
Attempt Attempt
Ludvig Arvidsson attempts a header but misses the shot.
57
Attempt Attempt
Marvin Illary takes a right-footed shot, but it is saved.
57
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
56
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
52
Attempt Attempt
Robert Frosti Thorkelsson takes a right-footed shot but misses.
51
Attempt Attempt
Malte Persson takes a left-footed shot, but it is blocked.
48
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
48
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
47
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
44
Attempt Attempt
Rasmus Johansson's right-footed shot is saved.
44
Attempt Attempt
Rasmus Johansson takes a right-footed shot, but it's saved.
41
Attempt Attempt
Hussein Carneil's right-footed shot is saved.
36
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
33
Attempt Attempt
Shot - Malte Persson Head Shot Missed
30
Attempt Attempt
Nikola Vasic takes a right-footed shot but misses.
26
Attempt Attempt
Robert Frosti Thorkelsson takes a shot with his right foot, but it is saved.
17
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
16
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
16
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
13
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
13
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
12
Attempt Attempt
Ludvig Arvidsson takes a right-footed shot, but it is saved.
10
Attempt Attempt
Ludvig Arvidsson takes a shot, but it's saved.
10
Corner Corner
Corner awarded.
9
Attempt Attempt
Hussein Carneil takes a right-footed shot, but it is blocked.
7
Attempt Attempt
Nikola Vasic attempts a header but misses the shot.
4
Attempt Attempt
Robert Frosti Thorkelsson attempts a header but misses the shot.
1
Update Update
Kick-off! The referee is Niclas Karlsson.

CONCLUSION

The 0-2 victory for GAIS followed a controlled second half after an even opening period at 0-0. Possession and xG figures highlighted the away side's superiority without any need for adjustments from external factors. Halmstad generated limited chances throughout and finished with lower efficiency in line with the data. GAIS maintained structure and converted their opportunities effectively to secure the points. The absence of red cards allowed the game to unfold based purely on tactical and technical execution. Overall the metrics supported the final margin and confirmed the stronger team's control from start to finish without unexpected interruptions.