Djurgarden vs Vaesteraas SK – Match Preview

On Sunday, October 28th, Djurgarden hosts Vaesteraas SK at the Tele2 Arena. This match is part of the Allsvenskan’s 28th round, kicking off at 18:00 GMT. Djurgarden, currently 4th with 47 points, aims to close in on the top spot. This ambition aligns with their pre-season expectations of contending for the title. Vaesteraas SK, however, is at the bottom with 20 points. They are striving to beat the odds of pre-season relegation predictions. A win for Djurgarden could boost their title hopes. Conversely, Vaesteraas SK is in dire need of points to escape relegation. This makes the clash crucial for both teams.

Djurgarden – Form

Djurgarden’s recent performances have been inconsistent. Their last match on October 24 against Vitoria de Guimaraes ended in a 2:1 defeat at home. This was despite goals from Silva and Santos for the visitors and Stensson scoring for Djurgarden. This outcome was expected by bookmakers. Before this, they lost 2:0 to Hammarby in the Allsvenskan. However, they had previously achieved a 6:1 win against FC Jaerfaella. These results show that Djurgarden’s form has been in line with bookmaker predictions.

Vaesteraas SK – Form

Vaesteraas SK’s recent away form has been worrying for their fans. Their last away game on October 19th ended in a surprising draw against Malmo FF. This result was better than bookmakers had predicted. Yet, the two matches before this saw Vaesteraas SK facing defeats. They lost to Mjaellby on October 5th and to Brommapojkarna on September 30th. These outcomes reflect their struggle for consistency in away games. They hope to change this trend in their next match.

Djurgarden – Vaesteraas SK – Head to Head

The last match between Djurgarden and Vaesteraas SK was on May 5th, 2024. Djurgarden won 2-0 in the Allsvenskan. In their past 10 meetings, Djurgarden has been the dominant team with 1 win. Vaesteraas SK has not won any, and 1 game ended in a draw. This highlights Djurgarden’s superiority. The last 5 encounters saw no games where both teams scored. This indicates one-sided games or strong defensive performances. In the last 4 matches, fewer than 3.5 goals were scored, suggesting a trend of low-scoring games.

Djurgarden – Vaesteraas SK – Standings

As Round 28 approaches, Djurgarden is in 4th place with 47 points from 27 matches. They aim for the top spot, as expected before the season started. Their record includes 40 goals scored and 32 conceded. Vaesteraas SK is at the bottom in 16th place, with 20 points. They have scored 24 goals and conceded 40. This aligns with their expected struggle against relegation. As the match approaches, Djurgarden looks to use their home advantage to secure a top finish. Vaesteraas SK, meanwhile, is fighting for survival in Sweden’s top flight.

Djurgarden vs Vaesteraas SK – Top scorers

Deniz Hummet leads the attack for the home team, scoring 11 times this season. Tobias Gulliksen and Tokmac Chol Nguen have each added 5 goals. Besard Sabovic and Marcus Danielson have contributed 3 and 2 goals, respectively. For the visitors, Abdelrahman Boudah has scored 6 goals. Viktor Granath has 4 goals. Matteo Ahlinvi and Henry Offia have each scored 3 times. Defender Herman Magnusson has also found the net once.

Djurgarden vs Vaesteraas SK – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Djurgarden for a home victory with odds of 1.67. This reflects their superior position and goal difference. Vaesteraas SK’s odds for an away win are 4.75. A draw is valued at 3.90. Djurgarden has a mix of losses and draws recently but holds a historical advantage over Vaesteraas SK. The absence of Piotr Johansson and the suspension of August Priske may affect Djurgarden. Vaesteraas SK’s relegation fight and Simon Gefvert’s injury suggest a challenging match ahead.

For alternative markets, the “halftime-fulltime” odds of 2.25 for Djurgarden leading at halftime could appeal to those seeking higher rewards. The “draw-no-bet” option for Djurgarden at 1.286 provides a safeguard against a draw. The “double-chance” market offers a win or draw option for Djurgarden at 1.182, suitable for cautious bettors.

Djurgarden vs Vaesteraas SK – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals option is priced at 1.73, while “Under 2.5” is at 2.08. Djurgarden’s record suggests a preference for higher-scoring games. However, their last five matches have shown a more defensive approach. Vaesteraas SK’s weaker offense might struggle against Djurgarden’s defense. Historical matchups favor fewer goals, making “Under 2.5” at 2.08 an attractive bet. Those expecting a deviation from this trend might consider “Over 2.5” in this fixture.

Djurgarden vs Vaesteraas SK – BTTS Betting

The odds for “Yes” in the BTTS market are 1.75, and for “No,” they are 2.00. Djurgarden’s recent clean sheets against Vaesteraas SK suggest “BTTS: No” might be likely. Djurgarden’s varying defensive performance and Vaesteraas SK’s scoring challenges on the road support this. Given Djurgarden’s rank and Vaesteraas SK’s struggles, “BTTS: No” at 2.00 seems a probable choice for bettors.

Djurgarden vs Vaesteraas SK – Prediction