In their second Europa League group stage match, Qarabag will face Malmö, the most successful football club in Sweden.
With a remarkable record of 23 national championships, including last season's title, Malmö currently leads the Swedish league by 10 points.
Idman.biz has reviewed the statistics of the Qarabag's opponent in the Swedish Championship.
Current Season Overview
Malmö has demonstrated impressive performance this season, amassing a total of 56 points from 25 matches. Their record includes 17 wins, 5 draws, and only 3 losses. The team has netted 59 goals while conceding just 19, showcasing their strength both in attack and defense.
Key Players
• Isaac Thelin is the standout performer, leading the league with 15 goals.
• Eric Botheim follows closely with 11 goals, while Hugo Bolin adds 7 goals to the tally.
• In terms of assists, Sebastian Nanasi has made a significant impact with 10 assists before transferring to Strasbourg in France. Meanwhile, Lasse Berg Johnsen contributes with 6 assists.
Scoring Statistics
Malmö averages 2.4 goals per game, with 48 of their 317 shots inside the penalty area resulting in goals. The team has recorded 7 successful long-range shots out of 140 attempts. Their goal-scoring breakdown is as follows:
• Goals scored with the right foot: 31
• Goals scored with the left foot: 16
• Goals scored with headers: 9
Shooting and Possession
Malmö players average 18.3 shots per game, with 6.7 shots on target. They also face 9 shots hitting the post throughout the season. Their average possession stands at an impressive 63.1%, with a passing accuracy of 86.9%. The accuracy is notably higher in their own half (92.3%) compared to the opponent’s half (78.9%).
Defensive Record
Malmö’s defense has proven solid, keeping a clean sheet in 14 of their 25 games, resulting in an average of only 0.8 goals conceded per match. The backline has limited opponents to just 5 shots following defensive errors, with 3 of those finding the back of the net.
Tactical Analysis
The team excels in individual confrontations, winning 52.7% of one-on-one battles, 51.5% of positional battles, and 56% of aerial duels. They also maintain a disciplined approach, averaging only 11.3 fouls per game and receiving 1.8 yellow cards.
As Qarabag prepares to face Malmö, they will need to be mindful of the Swedish champions' attacking prowess and solid defensive organization.
Vugar Mammadov
Idman.biz
