Vasteras SK FK 1-2 Halmstad: result and AI prediction
Vasteras SK FK – Halmstad, Allsvenskan, Friday, October 23, 2026 at 06:00 PM (GMT). Venue: Hitachi Energy Arena
Vasteras SK FK is #6 in the table (38 pts) and Halmstad #16 (14 pts). 10 places separate the two teams in the table. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Vasteras SK FK 2, draws 3, Halmstad 1. Their last meeting, on July 4, 2026, ended Halmstad 1-3 Vasteras SK FK. Absent for Vasteras SK FK: M. Diallo, I. Lushaku.
AI confidence: Medium
AI match recap
Västerås enter with the stronger league position, better recent trajectory and the advantage of a familiar artificial surface. Halmstad need a disciplined, low-risk away display after a difficult season and a poor travel record. The key question is whether VSK can convert territorial control into clear chances before Halmstad’s direct transitions gain a foothold. Lushaku’s fitness is the main late team-news point for the hosts.
Head-to-head analysis
Västerås have won the two latest league meetings, including the reverse fixture this season. Earlier meetings were more balanced, so the current campaign’s contrast in form carries greater weight than the older history.
Injuries and absences
M. Diallo is unavailable for Västerås, while Ismet Lushaku remains the material selection doubt after his knee rehabilitation. Lushaku’s absence would reduce the home side’s midfield rotation and ball-winning cover.
Form (last 5)
Vasteras SK FK vs Halmstad stats
| Vasteras SK FK | Halmstad | |
|---|---|---|
| Played | 24 | 24 |
| Goals scored | 35 | 16 |
| Goals conceded | 36 | 45 |
| Clean sheets | 8 | 2 |
Last meetings
- 2026-07-04Halmstad 1-3 Vasteras SK FK
- 2024-08-26Halmstad 0-1 Vasteras SK FK
- 2024-04-13Vasteras SK FK 0-1 Halmstad
- 2022-08-21Halmstad 1-1 Vasteras SK FK
- 2022-05-28Vasteras SK FK 2-2 Halmstad
- 2021-02-27Halmstad 0-0 Vasteras SK FK
Unavailable players
Vasteras SK FK
M. Diallo, I. Lushaku
Halmstad
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Vasteras SK FK
Halmstad