Elfsborg vs Djurgarden – Match Preview

The Boraas Arena is gearing up for a captivating match as Elfsborg welcomes Djurgarden. This clash is part of the Allsvenskan’s Round 16, taking place on Saturday, July 28th, at 14:30 GMT. Elfsborg is currently in 4th place, having earned 25 points from 16 games. Djurgarden is in 2nd, with 31 points and a game in hand. Both teams are eager for a win. Elfsborg is looking to strengthen their European competition bid for next season. Djurgarden aims to continue their title chase, in line with their pre-season goals.

Elfsborg – Form

Elfsborg has shown impressive form at home, winning their last three matches. They secured a 1:0 victory against FC Sheriff in the Europa League Qualification on July 25th. Simon Hedlund scored a late penalty, confirming bookmakers’ predictions. Before this, they defeated Mjaellby 3:1 in the Allsvenskan. Another win came against Pafos FC in the Europa League Qualification, with a 5:2 score. Goals were scored by Timothy Noor Ouma, Michael Baidoo, Andri Fannar Baldursson, Jalal Abdulai, and Arber Zeneli.

Djurgarden – Form

Djurgarden’s recent performance has been varied. They won 3-0 against FC Progres Niederkorn in the Conference League Qualification on July 25, 2024. Gustav Wikheim and Deniz Hummet, who scored twice, led the victory. Their next Allsvenskan match resulted in a 2:1 loss to Kalmar FF. However, they managed a 1:0 win over IFK Varnamo at home, meeting expectations.

Elfsborg – Djurgarden – Head to Head

The last match between these teams was on May 12, 2024, with Djurgarden winning 2:0. In their past 10 encounters, Elfsborg won 3 times and Djurgarden 4, with 3 matches ending in draws. The last five meetings saw both teams scoring in only 2 matches. In 10 of the last 11 matches between them, fewer than 3.5 goals were scored. Elfsborg has not lost in 8 of their last 10 home games against Djurgarden, showing a strong home advantage.

Elfsborg – Djurgarden – Standings

The Allsvenskan standings show a tight race for the top positions as Round 16 approaches. Elfsborg is in 4th place with 25 points from 16 matches. They have a goal difference of +8. Djurgarden is in 2nd place, with 31 points from 15 matches and a +15 goal difference. They are meeting their goal of competing for the championship. The six-point gap between them sets the stage for a competitive match at Boraas Arena.

Elfsborg vs Djurgarden – Top scorers

Elfsborg’s attack is led by midfielders Simon Hedlund and Michael Baidoo, each with 5 goals. Arber Zeneli and Ahmed Qasem have added 4 goals each. Forward Jalal Abdulai also contributed 4 goals, highlighting the team’s scoring diversity. Djurgarden’s top scorer is Deniz Hummet with 8 goals. Tobias Gulliksen and Tokmac Chol Nguen have each scored 4 times. Defender Marcus Danielson and midfielder Besard Sabovic have scored 2 goals each, posing a threat to Elfsborg’s defense.

Elfsborg vs Djurgarden – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor an Elfsborg win at 2.30, a draw at 3.40, and a Djurgarden victory at 3.00. Elfsborg’s winning streak and home record might give them an edge. However, Djurgarden’s position and form make it a close call. Elfsborg has a strong home record against Djurgarden, not losing in 8 of their last 10 matches. The “halftime-fulltime” odds and “draw-no-bet” options offer interesting opportunities for bettors. The “double-chance” market is less risky, suitable for cautious bettors.

Elfsborg vs Djurgarden – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are at 1.70, and “Under 2.5” goals at 2.10. Most previous meetings had fewer than 3.5 goals. Elfsborg has scored 32 goals in 16 matches, while Djurgarden has a strong defense. The “Under 2.5” option at 2.10 matches the trend of low-scoring games between these teams.

Elfsborg vs Djurgarden – BTTS Betting

The “Both Teams To Score” odds are 1.57 for ‘Yes’ and 2.25 for ‘No’. Both teams have scored in 4 of their last 10 meetings. Elfsborg has a strong scoring record at home, and Djurgarden has been consistent away. The BTTS: Yes option at 1.57 is a viable bet, considering their scoring and defensive records.

Elfsborg vs Djurgarden – Prediction