Elfsborg - Halmstads BK

Elfsborg enter this matchday 23 clash at Boraas Arena on 12 October 2026 with confidence, having secured vital victories in their recent league campaign. The hosts arrive following a hard-fought 2-1 win over Djurgaarden, a result that highlights their ability to grind out points against tough opposition. With Leo Oestman leading the line and a midfield anchored by Arber Zeneli and Simon Olsson, the home side will look to control the tempo from the start. The expected XI reflects a settled unit aiming to maintain their push in the Allsvenskan standings.

Halmstads BK travel to the venue looking to build on a spirited 2-1 victory over AIK. While their form has been inconsistent, the visitors showed resilience in that recent result to snap a brief losing streak. The head-to-head history remains competitive, with the sides playing out a 1-1 draw in their most recent meeting on 16 May 2026.