Malmo FF vs Hacken – Match Preview

The Allsvenskan’s Round 23 brings an exciting clash as Malmo FF, the league leaders, host Hacken at Eleda Stadion on Friday, September 22nd. The game is set to start at 14:30 GMT. Malmo FF has gathered 50 points from 23 matches, displaying their championship-worthy performance. Hacken, in 9th place, has 33 points from 22 games. Both teams had high hopes at the season’s start, making this match crucial for Malmo to keep their lead and for Hacken to improve their standing with a win or draw.

Malmo FF – Form

Malmo FF’s recent performances have been inconsistent. They achieved a remarkable 4:0 victory over Djurgarden at home on September 1st. Yet, their following games were less impressive, ending in goalless draws against GAIS and AIK. These matches were away from home. The latest game against GAIS on September 18th also ended in a draw, which was unexpected according to bookmakers. Apart from the win against Djurgarden, Malmo has found it hard to score.

Hacken – Form

Hacken has not won in their last three games. They suffered a 1-2 loss to Djurgarden at home on September 19th. A match against IFK Goteborg ended in a 3-3 draw, continuing their pattern of high-scoring draws. This trend was also seen in their away game against IFK Norrkoeping, which ended 3-3. These outcomes were unpredictable, highlighting a period of instability for Hacken.

Malmo FF – Hacken – Head to Head

The last encounter between Malmo FF and Hacken was on May 20, 2024. It ended in a 2:2 draw. In their past 10 meetings, Malmo FF has won 2 times, while Hacken has won 3 times. This record slightly favors Hacken. In their recent five matches, both teams scored every time. Malmo FF has scored in their last 18 matches against Hacken. Also, both teams scored in 11 of their last 12 meetings, with over 2.5 goals in the last 8 matches. Despite Malmo’s scoring ability, they have struggled to secure wins, failing to win 10 of the last 12 matches against Hacken.

Malmo FF – Hacken – Standings

As Round 23 approaches, Malmo FF leads the Allsvenskan with 50 points from 23 matches. Their impressive goal difference, with 53 goals scored and only 19 conceded, highlights their dominance. They are living up to their pre-season expectations as championship contenders. Hacken, on the other hand, is in 9th place with 33 points from 22 games. They have not met the high expectations set at the season’s start. Despite scoring 46 goals, their defense has been weak, conceding 40 goals. This indicates they need to improve defensively as they face the league leaders.

Malmo FF vs Hacken – Top scorers

Isaac Kiese Thelin leads Malmo FF’s attack with 13 goals this season. Erik Botheim follows with 10 goals. Hugo Bolin and Anders Christiansen have also contributed significantly, with 7 and 3 goals respectively. Soeren Rieks has added 2 goals to the team’s tally. For Hacken, Ali Youssef stands out in midfield with 8 goals. Zeidane Inoussa and Amor Layouni have been key to the team’s offense, scoring 6 and 5 goals respectively. Srdjan Hrstic has also scored 5 goals, while Simon Gustafson has contributed 4 goals from midfield.

Malmo FF vs Hacken – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor a Malmo FF win with odds at 1.48. A draw is at 4.50, and an away win for Hacken is at 6.00. Malmo FF’s leading position and strong goal difference make them the likely winners, despite recent draws. Hacken’s position and form do not inspire much confidence. Head-to-head statistics suggest both teams tend to score. However, Malmo’s home advantage and a more stable squad could make the difference.

The “halftime-fulltime” market shows odds of 1.952 for Malmo leading at both intervals. The “draw-no-bet” option for Malmo is at 1.182, offering a safety net in case of a draw. The “double-chance” market provides odds of 1.125 for a Malmo win or draw, catering to those who expect Malmo to extend their undefeated streak against Hacken.

Malmo FF vs Hacken – Over/Under Betting

The over/under betting market is appealing for this match. Malmo FF’s strong offense and defense suggest a high-scoring game. Hacken has also shown they can score and concede. The history between these teams supports the potential for goals, as their last 8 matches have all seen over 2.5 goals. “Over 2.5” goals is priced at 1.40, indicating an expectation of at least three goals. “Under 2.5” goals, at 2.875, appeals to those expecting a tighter game. The “Over 2.5” option at 1.40 is attractive for those betting on the attacking talent on display.

Malmo FF vs Hacken – BTTS Betting

The odds for both teams scoring are set at “btts:true” 1.50, with “btts:false” at 2.50. The history between Malmo FF and Hacken shows a strong trend of both teams scoring. Malmo FF has consistently scored at home, while Hacken’s away games have seen goals from both sides. Given their scoring and conceding patterns, along with their head-to-head record, “BTTS: Yes” at 1.50 is a plausible bet for round 23 of the Allsvenskan.

Malmo FF vs Hacken – Prediction