Halmstad 0-1 Hammarby FF: result and AI prediction

Halmstad – Hammarby FF, Allsvenskan, Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 03:30 PM (GMT). Venue: Orjans Vall

Halmstad is #16 in the table (14 pts) and Hammarby FF #3 (43 pts). 13 places separate the two teams in the table. Hammarby FF averages 2.1 goals per match this season. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Halmstad 2, draws 2, Hammarby FF 2. Their last meeting, on April 22, 2026, ended Hammarby FF 1-1 Halmstad. Absent for Hammarby FF: V. Eriksson, B. Hedlof.

HalmstadHalmstad
Final score0 - 1
Hammarby FFHammarby FF
AI predicted: 1-3 · Final score: 0-1✓ Correct outcome

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

Hammarby arrive with the stronger season behind them and the greater need to reassert control after a disappointing recent result. Halmstad are fighting from a difficult league position, but home matches against Hammarby at Örjans Vall have often been uncomfortable, tight contests. Baxter has promised changes and will target a disciplined block, direct transitions and set-pieces. The key contest is whether Hammarby can turn territorial dominance into clean chances before Halmstad's physical, low-block plan settles the match.

Head-to-head analysis

This fixture has been notably awkward for Hammarby at Örjans Vall, where Halmstad have avoided defeat across their recent home meetings. The latest league meeting between the clubs also finished level, underlining Halmstad's ability to compress this matchup.

Injuries and absences

Victor Eriksson's suspension is the clearest confirmed absence for Hammarby and reduces their options in central defence against Halmstad's direct approach. B. Hedlof's hip issue further trims depth, while Baxter has reported a fit Halmstad group after Friday training.

Form (last 5)

HalmstadLeague position #16 · 14 ptsL W L
Hammarby FFLeague position #3 · 43 ptsW W L

Halmstad vs Hammarby FF stats

HalmstadHammarby FF
Played2323
Goals scored1649
Goals conceded4421
Clean sheets29

Last meetings

  • 2026-04-22Hammarby FF 1-1 Halmstad
  • 2025-09-28Halmstad 1-0 Hammarby FF
  • 2025-06-28Hammarby FF 2-0 Halmstad
  • 2024-10-05Hammarby FF 1-0 Halmstad
  • 2024-04-25Halmstad 2-1 Hammarby FF
  • 2023-11-12Hammarby FF 2-2 Halmstad

Unavailable players

Halmstad

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Hammarby FF

V. Eriksson, B. Hedlof

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