IF Elfsborg vs Degerfors IF preview and prediction
The match
The Allsvenskan sees IF Elfsborg take on Degerfors IF on Saturday 29 August, kicking off at 14:00 (WAT). IF Elfsborg are 5th with 46 points from 28 games (in the top half), while Degerfors IF sit 14th on 20 points (in the bottom three). A gap of 26 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
IF Elfsborg's last 5: DWWWW Most recently they drew with IFK Goteborg 1–1 away. Goals have not been a problem: 2.0 per game. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Degerfors IF's last 5: LWWWL Most recently they lost to IF Brommapojkarna 0–2 away. On the road they have won 2 and lost 2 of their last 4. They average 1.8 scored and 1.2 conceded.
IF Elfsborg arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.2 points a game against 1.5.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 17 April 2026, finished Degerfors IF 0–1 IF Elfsborg.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.6 goals: 1.9 for IF Elfsborg and 0.7 for Degerfors IF. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 50%, both teams to score at 51%.
Betting angles
Win chances: IF Elfsborg 64%, draw 23%, Degerfors IF 12%.
Both teams to score: yes (51%) at 1.83.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 74% chance at odds of 1.28. Predicted score: IF Elfsborg 2–0 Degerfors IF. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
IF Elfsborg64%fair 1.55 · @1.55
Draw23%fair 4.28 · @3.90
Degerfors IF12%fair 8.24 · @6.00
2.61Expected goals
1.90IF Elfsborg xG
0.71Degerfors IF xG
51%Both score
50%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–014%
2–013%
1–110%
2–19%
3–08%
0–07%
From our goals model: IF Elfsborg 1.9 – 0.7 Degerfors IF expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for IF Elfsborg vs Degerfors IF?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 74% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win IF Elfsborg vs Degerfors IF?
On our numbers IF Elfsborg have a 64% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Degerfors IF 12%.
How many goals will there be in IF Elfsborg vs Degerfors IF?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 50% likely and both teams score 51% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for IF Elfsborg vs Degerfors IF?
Our predicted score is IF Elfsborg 2–0 Degerfors IF, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is IF Elfsborg vs Degerfors IF?
IF Elfsborg vs Degerfors IF (Allsvenskan) kicks off on Saturday 29 August 2026 at 14:00 (West Africa Time).
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
