IF Elfsborg vs IFK Norrköping Prediction: Both sides are formidable

Elfsborg are scheduled to host Norrköping at the Borås Arena on Monday. Anticipating a one-sided encounter in the Allsvenskan may prove challenging, as Elfsborg occupy the top position in the league standings, while the visiting team exhibit commendable form. Previews, possible starting 11, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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Elfsborg enter this match with momentum, having secured consecutive wins against Mjallby and Lunds in cup fixtures. Currently positioned at the top of the league table, they have amassed an impressive 45 points in 20 games, with a strong goal-scoring record of 43 goals and a solid defensive performance, having conceded just 15 goals (the lowest in the league). The tight competition at the top of the table means they can't afford to drop points, as they are only holding a narrow 1-point lead over second-placed Hacken.

While Elfsborg's recent form might not be as stellar as their opponents', with only 9 points from their last 5 matches, they still boast players like Jeppe Okkels, who has been a standout performer with 8 goals and 6 assists this season. Okkels will be eager to rediscover his scoring touch after going three games without finding the back of the net.

Elfsborg's focus will undoubtedly be on maintaining their lead at the top of the league standings, and they will look to use their home advantage to secure a positive result against their upcoming opponents.

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Norrköping are currently emerging as one of the most dominant teams in the league. With an impressive record, they have gathered 12 points from their last 5 games, a feat only matched by Hacken during that period. Their recent form showcases a remarkable 4-game winning streak across all competitions, where they have managed to score at least 3 goals in each of those victories.

Their most recent cup fixture saw them overpower lower-division side Lucksta with an emphatic 6-0 win. Prior to that, they secured convincing victories over AIK and Halmstad, both with a scoreline of 3-1, and earlier defeated Goteborg with a resounding 3-0 margin.

Their performances have propelled them to 4th position in the league standings, amassing 34 points from 20 games. They have demonstrated their prowess in front of goal by scoring 34 times, while maintaining a solid defensive record with 24 goals conceded. However, they find themselves 8 points behind the 3rd placed Malmo, signaling the need to maintain their exceptional form to challenge for higher positions in the league.

Elfsborg - Hakon Valdimarsson, Johan Larsson, Sebastian Holmen, Ibrahim Buhari, Niklas Hult, Noah Söderberg, Michael Baidoo, Andri Fannar Baldursson, Jeppe Okkels, Sveinn Aron Gudjohnsen, Alexander Bernhardsson.

IFK Norrkoping - Oscar Jansson, Daniel Eid, Anton Eriksson, Marco Lund, Marcus Baggesen, Vito Hammershøj-Mistrati, Jesper Ceesay, Arnor Ingvi Traustason, Victor Lind, Christoffer Nyman, Laorent Shabani.

Norrkoping have demonstrated a notable propensity for goal scoring, having successfully scored in 18 out of their 20 league matches thus far in the current season. Moreover, they have achieved the feat of netting a minimum of 3 goals in each of their previous 4 games. Similarly, Elfsborg have exhibited commendable form. Consequently, it is anticipated that both teams will exhibit their scoring prowess in a match characterized by a substantial number of goals. Ultimately, the home team are expected to hold an advantage in this high-scoring encounter.

• BTTS for 1.70 odds
• W1 for 1.60 odds
• Over 2.5 for 1.60 odds