IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF Predictions

AllsvenskanAllsvenskan · Sweden
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IF Elfsborg

IF Elfsborg

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Hammarby FF

Hammarby FF

🗓️ Sunday, 5 Jul 2026 at 16:30 CEST (venue time) · 14:30 UTC (your time)📍 Borås Arena, Boras

Win Probability (1X2)

IF Elfsborg 28%Draw 27%Hammarby FF 45%

Best Value Pick

BTTS: Yes

@ 1.67(+4% edge)

Match Result

7.4/10

Hammarby Edge Elfsborg in High-Intensity Clash at Borås Arena

Hammarby FF claimed a hard-fought 2-1 away victory over IF Elfsborg at Borås Arena, overcoming a spirited second-half fightback from the hosts. After a cagey first half, the visitors took control in the second period, with goals from Paulos Abraham and Nahir Besara putting them firmly in command. Elfsborg responded through Leo Östman, setting up a tense finale, but Hammarby's defensive discipline and superior attacking threat ultimately secured all three points. The match was characterized by Hammarby's dominance in possession (57%) and attacking intent, as they registered 18 shots with 9 on target compared to Elfsborg's 13 shots and 4 on target. Despite Elfsborg's late surge, Hammarby's resilience and clinical finishing proved decisive in a match that showcased tactical discipline and moments of individual brilliance.

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PSYCHIC MODE

Predicted

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Actual

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✅Result
✅BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
✅Score

💰 Bet Results1/1 hit

btts — yes@ 1.67
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correct_score — 1-2
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Key Moments

50' — Goal

Paulos Abraham gives Hammarby the lead with a well-taken finish.

74' — Goal

Nahir Besara doubles Hammarby's advantage, capitalizing on sustained pressure.

77' — Goal

Leo Östman pulls one back for Elfsborg, igniting hopes of a comeback.

68' — Yellow Card

Julius Magnusson (Elfsborg) goes into the book for a tactical foul.

81' — Yellow Card

Markus Karlsson (Hammarby) receives a yellow card as tensions rise late on.

IF Elfsborg

IF Elfsborg

6.5/10

Elfsborg struggled to impose themselves for much of the match, conceding the lion's share of possession and territory to Hammarby. While their 4-2-3-1 setup provided some midfield solidity, they found it difficult to create clear-cut chances, managing just 4 shots on target from 13 attempts. The hosts showed determination to fight back after falling two goals behind, with Leo Östman's 77th-minute strike offering hope, but ultimately lacked the cutting edge to complete the comeback.

Key Players

Leo Östman: Scored Elfsborg's only goal in the 77th minute, sparking a late rally.
Isak Pettersson: Made several important saves to keep Elfsborg in the match despite Hammarby's attacking pressure.

Strengths

Resilience in the final 20 minutesSolid goalkeeping under pressure

Weaknesses

Limited attacking threatStruggled to control possessionVulnerable to Hammarby's transitions
Hammarby FF

Hammarby FF

7.8/10

Hammarby delivered a composed and assertive performance on the road, dictating play with 57% possession and creating the game's best opportunities. Their 4-2-3-1 formation allowed them to dominate midfield exchanges, while their attacking quartet consistently threatened Elfsborg's backline. Goals from Paulos Abraham and Nahir Besara in the second half reflected their attacking superiority. Despite conceding late, Hammarby managed the closing stages well to secure a deserved victory.

Key Players

Paulos Abraham: Opened the scoring in the 50th minute, setting the tone for Hammarby's strong second half.
Nahir Besara: Doubled Hammarby's lead in the 74th minute, providing the eventual match-winner.
Warner Hahn: Produced key saves to preserve Hammarby's lead during Elfsborg's late push.

Strengths

Controlled possession and tempoEffective chance creation (9 shots on target)Clinical finishing in key moments

Weaknesses

Allowed Elfsborg back into the match late onOccasional lapses in defensive concentration

Tactical Analysis

Both teams lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, but Hammarby executed their game plan more effectively, leveraging their double pivot to control midfield and dictate the tempo. Their wide players stretched Elfsborg's defense, creating space for Abraham and Besara to exploit. Hammarby's pressing forced Elfsborg into hurried passes, disrupting their buildup play and limiting their offensive rhythm. Elfsborg, meanwhile, struggled to progress the ball through midfield, often resorting to longer passes that were easily dealt with by Hammarby's organized back line. The hosts' late switch to a more attacking posture, as evidenced by their increased urgency after Östman's goal, temporarily unsettled Hammarby but ultimately came too late to salvage a result.

Turning Point

Nahir Besara's goal in the 74th minute, which gave Hammarby a two-goal cushion and ultimately proved decisive.

Man of the Match

Nahir Besara

Scored the crucial second goal and orchestrated Hammarby's attack with creativity and composure.

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IF Elfsborg1.30

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Hammarby FF1.70

Expected goals · model says 1.70

Win Probability
IF Elfsborg 29% Draw 24% Hammarby FF 47%

Over 2.5 Goals

58%

BTTS: Yes

59%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 1-2 · 0-1

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IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
28%
27%
45%
IF Elfsborg 28%Draw 27%Hammarby FF 45%
Both Teams to Score
62%
38%
Yes 62%No 38%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
59%
41%
Over 2.5 59%Under 2.5 41%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
48%
52%
Over 9.5 48%Under 9.5 52%

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The Case For This IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF Prediction

Both teams come in with contrasting momentum: Elfsborg are hard to beat but have drawn four straight, while Hammarby are more volatile but display greater attacking firepower. Hammarby’s away form is a concern, but their season goal rate and recent H2H dominance suggest they can edge this. Expect a competitive match with both teams likely to score, but Hammarby’s offensive edge may prove decisive.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • →Elfsborg unbeaten at home but drawing frequently (3W 3D 0L at home).
  • →Hammarby have won 6 of the last 10 H2H, including the last 2 at Elfsborg.

Attack

  • →Hammarby average 2.18 goals per game but have a poor away record (1W 1D 3L, 4 GF, 8 GA).

Injuries & Team News

  • →No significant injuries reported for either side.

Match Context

  • →Both teams have seen BTTS in 4 of their last 5 league matches.

🚩 IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF Corners Prediction

low confidence
9.5expected total corners
Over 48%
Under 52%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 3.8 corners for IF Elfsborg and 5.7 for Hammarby FF, for an expected total of 9.5. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (52%). Over 8.5: 61% · Over 10.5: 35%.

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How IF Elfsborg and Hammarby FF Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

IF ElfsborgIF Elfsborglast 5 matches
A. ZeneliXI
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

L. OstmanXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

A. Sigurpalssonsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Hammarby FFHammarby FFlast 5 matches
P. AbrahamXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

V. LindXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

M. MadjedXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

V. ErikssonXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

N. Vasicsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

I. Fofanasub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Elfsborg are on a four-game drawing streak, showing resilience but lacking a cutting edge, with only one win in their last five. Hammarby have been inconsistent, losing three of their last five, but their attack remains potent, scoring 2+ in three of those matches.

IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF — Last 10 Matches

IF ElfsborgIF ElfsborgLast 10 results
L1-2
D2-2
D1-1
D1-1
D1-1
W2-0
D1-1
L1-2
W2-1
W1-0
Lvs Hammarby FF1-2
D@ Orgryte IS2-2
Dvs BK Hacken1-1
Dvs Mjallby AIF1-1
D@ Halmstad1-1
Wvs IF Brommapojkarna2-0
Dvs AIK Stockholm1-1
L@ Kalmar FF1-2
Wvs Djurgardens IF2-1
W@ Degerfors IF1-0

Strengths

  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games

Concerns

  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches
Hammarby FFHammarby FFLast 10 results
W2-1
L2-3
L1-2
L0-2
W4-1
W1-0
W3-0
D1-1
D1-1
W8-1
W@ IF Elfsborg2-1
L@ BK Hacken2-3
Lvs AIK Stockholm1-2
L@ Gais0-2
Wvs Malmo FF4-1
W@ IFK Goteborg1-0
Wvs Vasteras SK FK3-0
D@ Djurgardens IF1-1
Dvs Halmstad1-1
Wvs Orgryte IS8-1

Strengths

  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games
  • +High-volume attack — 14 shots/game

Concerns

  • −Inconsistent — 3+ losses in last 5
  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches

What History Says: IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF

Hammarby have a strong recent record against Elfsborg, winning 6 of the last 10 and both of the last two away. The last four meetings in Elfsborg have seen two Hammarby wins, one draw, and one Elfsborg win, with Hammarby keeping Elfsborg scoreless in the last two.

IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF Head-to-Head History

Last 10 meetings between these sides

2

IF Elfsborg wins

1

Draws

7

Hammarby FF wins

20%10% draws70%
5 Jul 26IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF1-2
9 Nov 25Hammarby FF vs IF Elfsborg3-0
31 May 25IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF0-2
22 Sept 24IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF0-0
15 Apr 24Hammarby FF vs IF Elfsborg3-0
13 Aug 23Hammarby FF vs IF Elfsborg1-0

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF

The best value appears on BTTS 'Yes', where the model probability (0.62) exceeds the implied odds. The 1x2 market is efficiently priced, with no significant edge on draw or home win. Hammarby’s away win odds are too short given their away struggles, so backing goals markets offers more value.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
IF Elfsborg Win3.7528.0%+1.3%
Draw3.6027.0%-0.8%
Hammarby FF Win1.9045.0%-7.6%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.7059.0%+0.2%
Under 2.52.1041.0%-6.6%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes1.6262.0%+0.3%
No2.2038.0%-7.5%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: IF Elfsborg Win @ 3.75EV +0.050
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5 @ 1.70EV +0.003
Both Teams Score: Yes @ 1.62EV +0.004

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Things to Watch: IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF

  • ⚠️Hammarby’s away form is inconsistent despite high season goal numbers.
  • ⚠️Elfsborg have drawn 6 of 11 this season, raising draw risk.
  • ⚠️Recent H2H favor Hammarby, but small sample and team changes possible.
  • ⚠️No corners or cards odds available; estimates based on averages.
  • ⚠️Friendlies may distort Hammarby’s recent form slightly.

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How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for IF Elfsborg vs Hammarby FF: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 30 June 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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