IFK Norrkoping contra IFK Varnamo

Expert Overview on IFK Norrköping vs IFK Värnamo

The upcoming match between IFK Norrköping and IFK Värnamo on July 21, 2025, at 17:00 is expected to be a thrilling encounter in the Swedish Allsvenskan league. Both teams have shown considerable form this season, making this a difficult game to predict. Historical data and recent performances suggest that the game might be tightly contested, with both teams having the potential to score. However, the lower probabilities for both teams to score in the first half indicate a cautious start, with a possible influx of goals in the second half. This analysis considers the data provided and breaks down expert predictions for various betting markets.

Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half

The probability of IFK Värnamo not scoring in the first half is relatively high, standing at 99.00%. This suggests that the away team might adopt a more defensive strategy at the beginning of the match, focusing on solidifying their defense before launching attacks. This statistic could be valuable for those considering betting on specific half-time outcomes.

Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half

The likelihood of neither team scoring in the first half is 94.60%, reinforcing the expectation of a cautious start. This statistic aligns with the probability of the away team not scoring in the first half, indicating that both teams might be careful in their initial approach, possibly due to recent defensive tactics or strategic caution.

Last Goal 73+ Minutes and Goal In Last 15 Minutes

The probabilities for goals being scored in the last 15 minutes (87.30%) and specifically in the 73+ minute range (86.40%) are notably high. This suggests that both teams might intensify their efforts towards the end of the match, aiming for late game-changing goals. Betting on late goals could be a profitable strategy based on this data.

Over 1.5 Goals and Under 2.5 Goals

With an “Over 1.5 Goals” probability of 80.80% and an “Under 2.5 Goals” probability of 51.30%, the match is expected to have at least two goals but not excessively high-scoring. This balance suggests a moderate goal count, making it essential to weigh both options carefully.

Half-Time Scoring Odds: Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half and Over 0.5 Goals HT

The probability of IFK Norrköping not scoring in the first half is 74.40%, while the chance of “Over 0.5 Goals HT” is 64.50%. These contrasting figures imply that if the home team scores at all in the first half, they might only net one goal, reflecting a potentially low-scoring first half for both teams.

Yellow and Red Cards

The average number of yellow cards per match is 2.43, while red cards average at 1.34. The probabilities for “Under 5.5 Cards” (64.30%) and “Over 4.5 Cards” (61.10%) suggest a balanced likelihood of either outcome, indicating that the match could feature a moderate to high number of fouls and potential cards.

Team Performance Metrics

The average total goals conceded per match is 2.04, while the average goals scored are slightly higher at 2.24. The sum of goals being 2 or 3 (50.60%) and the first goal being scored after 30+ minutes (52.50%) provide additional insights into the anticipated scoring patterns and timing.

Final Expert Predictions

Based on the provided data, the following expert predictions can be derived:

• Both teams may adopt defensive strategies in the first half, resulting in low or no scoring.
• Expect intensified efforts and potentially decisive goals in the final stages of the match.
• The total goal count will likely range between 2 and 4, with a slight inclination towards higher scoring.
• Card-related bets should account for both moderate and high foul counts, depending on team dynamics.
• The match is slightly tilted towards IFK Norrköping winning, but not decisively.