Djurgarden vs IFK Norrkoeping – Match Preview

The Allsvenskan is approaching its thrilling conclusion in Round 30. Djurgården will welcome IFK Norrköping to the Tele2 Arena. This crucial match is set for Friday, November 10, 2024, with a 14:00 GMT start. Djurgården, currently 4th with 50 points, is close to the top, albeit slightly behind their preseason goal of contending for the title. On the other hand, IFK Norrköping, in 11th place with 34 points, aims for a mid-table finish. This matches their preseason expectations. A victory is crucial for both teams. Djurgården seeks to keep their title hopes alive, while IFK Norrköping aims to strengthen their position and end the season positively.

Djurgarden – Form

Djurgarden’s recent home performance has been inconsistent, with two wins and a loss in their last three games. They achieved a 2:1 win against Panathinaikos in the Conference League on November 7. Tobias Gulliksen and Deniz Hummet scored, overturning an early goal by the visitors. This outcome was anticipated by bookmakers. Before this, they narrowly defeated Vaesteraas SK 2:1 in the Allsvenskan on October 28, aligning with predictions. However, they faced a 1:2 defeat to Vitoria de Guimaraes in the Conference League on October 24. Daniel Stensson’s effort was not enough to secure a win.

IFK Norrkoeping – Form

IFK Norrköping is on a winning streak, with two victories in their latest matches. They secured a win against AIK in the Allsvenskan on November 4th, surpassing bookmakers’ expectations. Before this, they won against IFK Varnamo in an away game, once again beating the odds with a high-scoring result. Their third recent match ended in a draw against Brommapojkarna, with fewer goals than expected. These outcomes show IFK Norrköping’s consistent form, as predicted by bookmakers.

Djurgarden – IFK Norrkoeping – Head to Head

The last encounter between Djurgarden and IFK Norrkoeping was on July 8, 2024. Djurgarden won 3:1 in the Allsvenskan. In their past 10 meetings, Djurgarden has won 5 times, while IFK Norrkoeping has 2 victories. This shows Djurgarden’s dominance in these matchups.

In their last 5 head-to-head matches, both teams scored on 3 occasions. This indicates competitive and open games. Djurgarden has not lost 14 of the last 16 matches against IFK Norrkoeping. They have scored in 19 of the last 21 games, proving to be a formidable opponent for IFK Norrkoeping, especially at the Tele2 Arena.

Djurgarden – IFK Norrkoeping – Standings

The standings show a season of contrasting fortunes for Djurgården and IFK Norrköping as the final round approaches. Djurgården, in 4th place with 50 points from 29 matches, has not met their championship goal. Yet, they are in a commendable position. Their goal difference is +8, showing their strength in attack and defense. IFK Norrköping, 11th with 34 points, has met their mid-table expectation. However, their -19 goal difference indicates areas for improvement. With Djurgården aiming for a strong finish and Norrköping seeking a positive end, this match promises to be a decisive conclusion to their campaigns.

Djurgarden vs IFK Norrkoeping – Top scorers

Djurgarden’s attack is led by Deniz Hummet, who has scored 12 goals this season. The midfield features Tokmac Chol Nguen and Tobias Gulliksen, with 6 and 5 goals respectively. Besard Sabovic and Marcus Danielson have also contributed, with 3 and 2 goals, enhancing the team’s offensive capabilities.

Christoffer Nyman leads the scoring for the away team with 11 goals. Arnor Ingvi Traustason has matched Nguen’s 6 goals. Vito Hammershoej-Mistrati and Isak Sigurgeirsson have added 4 goals each. Tim Prica, a versatile forward, has also scored 4 goals, ensuring a potent attack for the away team.

Djurgarden vs IFK Norrkoeping – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Djurgarden with odds of 1.36 for a home win. A draw is at 5.00, and an away win for IFK Norrkoeping is at 8.50. Djurgarden’s superior league position and head-to-head record, along with IFK Norrkoeping’s defensive issues, make them likely victors. This is despite Piotr Johansson’s injury.

Looking at other markets, the “halftime-fulltime” bet has Djurgarden leading at both intervals at 1.833. This reflects confidence in their ability to dominate early. The “draw-no-bet” option for Djurgarden is at 1.111, offering a safeguard in case of a draw. The “double-chance” bet for a Djurgarden win or draw is at 1.083, showing a high chance of them securing at least a point.

Djurgarden vs IFK Norrkoeping – Over/Under Betting

The over/under betting market offers interesting choices for this match. Djurgården’s average of 1.45 goals per game indicates a strong attack. They have scored 42 goals in 29 matches. IFK Norrköping has let in 54 goals in the same number of matches. Most of their recent meetings have had under 3.5 goals, with 7 of the last 9 matches following this trend. The “Under 2.5” option, at 2.30 odds, could appeal to bettors, given the teams’ recent form and their history. Conversely, the “Over 2.5” option, at 1.60, offers a chance for those expecting a departure from the usual pattern in this crucial game.

Djurgarden vs IFK Norrkoeping – BTTS Betting

The BTTS market is evenly matched for this game, with odds of 1.909 for both “Yes” and “No”. Djurgarden and IFK Norrkoping have a history of scoring against each other. In 15 of Djurgarden’s last 17 home matches against IFK Norrkoping, both teams scored. Djurgarden’s recent home games and IFK Norrkoping’s away matches often feature goals from both teams. This makes “BTTS: Yes” a compelling choice for bettors, despite the odds suggesting an unpredictable outcome.

Djurgarden vs IFK Norrkoeping – Prediction