won 38 of 116 settled GS picks · +69.1u profit · this pick: Omar Faraj to score @ 3.25 · 3 units
⚡ Why this pick
Halmstads drew 1-1 with Oergryte FF
Halmstads failed to score against Haecken
Faraj is listed among the expected substitutes
Carneil and Boman are expect
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Halmstads BK
4-2-3-1
● Confirmed
9
↓68′
Faraj
14
Carneil
27
↓87′
Ascone
19
↓76′
Illary
8
↓76′
Maeenpaeae
28
Trybull
24
Kaib
3
Wallentin
5
Gregor
17
Boman
1
Roenning
Bench (9)
Ajdin Zeljkovic ↑68′ · Joel Allansson ↑76′ · Ludvig Arvidsson ↑76′⚽ · Malte Persson ↑87′ · Filip Schyberg · Erko Tougjas · Oliver Kapsimalis · Aleksander Damnjanovic Nilsson · Adam Wihed
Match Preview
Halmstads BK vs Kalmar FF Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-08-27 19:13 UTC
Halmstads BK and Kalmar FF meet at Oerjans Vall
Halmstads BK return to league action this Saturday looking to build on their midweek cup success as they host Kalmar FF at Oerjans Vall. Both sides enter this matchday 19 fixture aiming to find consistency in a challenging Allsvenskan campaign.
Halmstads BK's search for momentum
Halmstads BK arrive at this fixture following a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Skoevde AIK in the cup on 26 August. This result provides a welcome lift after a difficult run in the Allsvenskan, where they have struggled to find the back of the net in recent weeks. Managerial focus will undoubtedly be on translating that cup form into a league win to climb the table.
Kalmar FF's mixed fortunes
Kalmar FF have experienced a turbulent spell, balancing a dominant 7-0 cup win over Aengelholms FF with a frustrating goalless draw against Vaesteraas SK in their most recent league outing. While they have shown flashes of quality, they are looking to stabilize their defensive output against a determined home side. Abdussalam Magashy remains a focal point for their attack, having been directly involved in four goals across their last 10 matches.
Expected lineups and team news
For the hosts, the expected XI features Tim Roenning in goal, supported by a defensive line of Rami Kaib, Pascal Gregor, and Gabriel Wallentin. The midfield is set to be anchored by Joel Allansson and Rocco Ascone, with Malte Persson and Marvin Illary expected to lead the line. Kalmar FF are expected to line up with Samuel Brolin in goal and a back four including Lars Saetra and Victor Larsson. However, they will be without the services of Carl Gustafsson due to injury, a significant absence for their midfield structure.
Historical context of the matchup
Recent meetings between these two clubs have heavily favoured the visitors, with Kalmar FF securing a 2-0 victory in their most recent Allsvenskan clash on 10 May. Looking back further, Kalmar FF also recorded a notable 5-2 win in May 2024, though Halmstads BK did manage a 2-2 draw later that same year. These encounters have often been high-scoring affairs, suggesting the potential for an open game at Oerjans Vall.
Tactical considerations for the clash
With both teams looking to assert control, the midfield battle between Halmstads BK's expected trio of Carneil, Maeenpaeae, and Allansson and Kalmar's duo of Magashy and Hallberg will be pivotal. Halmstads BK will need to be clinical to break down a Kalmar side that has shown both defensive vulnerability and attacking flair. The outcome will likely hinge on which team can better manage the transition phases and capitalize on the space left by their opponent.
