Halmstad will host Varnamo in the upcoming round of Allsvenskan league on Saturday, 27 July.
Can the hosts find a way to get out of their slump or will Varnamo push them closer to the relegation zone? Find out by reading our Halmstad vs Varnamo prediction and preview, but remember to also check out our other Allsvenskan betting tips.
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Halmstad vs Varnamo prediction: A close matchup with goals on both sides
Key Stats
- Both teams have scored in four of the last five Halmstad's matches.
- We saw both teams score in three of the previous five games played by Varnamo.
- Three of the last five H2H duels between these teams have ended in draws.
Correct score prediction: Halmstad 1-1 Varnamo
We saw more than a few draws between Halmstad and Varnamo lately and we wouldn't be surprised if that's the case in this match, especially with how good have Varnamo done away from home this season in Allsvenskan.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies backing Varnamo to win
- HOME: 15/8 (2.88) – 34.80%
- DRAW: 11/5 (3.20) – 31.30%
- AWAY: 6/5 (2.20) – 45.50%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It's clear from these Halmstad vs Varnamo odds that the bookies expect a close duel, which is understandable since these two teams are tied in the standings at the moment.
That being said, Varnamo are the expected winners by a small margin, which makes sense given the poor form that the hosts are in with five losses in their last six games.
All in all, we also expect a close game and if you liked our picks for it, remember to also look at our favourite betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: Halmstad the better team lately
With two wins in a row against Varnamo, along with three draws before that, Halmstad have done a bit better in recent years. Meanwhile, the overall H2H record between these two teams also goes to Halmstad: 6-3-2.
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Halmstad preview: Hoping to find their best form soon
With eight losses in their last 10 matches in the Allsvenskan league, Halmstad have struggled to keep their head above water. Thanks to their solid start of the season, they remain outside of the relegation zone, but they are also just four points ahead of the first team in it.
When it comes to team news, Naeem Mohammed, the team's top scorer, is out with an injury, while Joseph Baffo is suspended ahead of this game.
Predicted lineup: Erlandsson (GK), Boman, Olsson, Johansson, Wallentin, Nogueira, Eyjolfsson, Svedberg, Allansson, Granath & Turgott
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Brommapojkarna
0
Halmstad
1
Sweden Allsvenskan 03/05/25
W
IFK Varnamo
2
Halmstad
4
Sweden Allsvenskan 27/04/25
D
Sirius
1
Halmstad
1
Sweden Allsvenskan 23/04/25
L
Mju00e4llby AIF
3
Halmstad
1
Sweden Allsvenskan 19/04/25
L
IFK Norrkoping
3
Halmstad
0
Varnamo preview: Looking for another good performance away from home
With four wins, one draw, and just two losses in away matches in the league this season, Varnamo have done great when playing away from home. However, just one win in eight home matches is the reason why Varnamo have just 18 points from 15 games and why they're too close to relegation zone to feel comfortable.
Another positive for Varnamo is their clean bill of health at the moment.
Predicted lineup: Rasheed (GK), Winsth, Steinwender, Grozdanic, Bergh, Junior Adjei, Thern, Nasstrom, Zeljkovic, Kalu & Engvall
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GAIS
1
IFK Varnamo
1
Sweden Allsvenskan 03/05/25
L
Halmstad
4
IFK Varnamo
2
Sweden Allsvenskan 27/04/25
L
IFK Norrkoping
3
IFK Varnamo
1
Sweden Allsvenskan 24/04/25
L
AIK
2
IFK Varnamo
1
Sweden Allsvenskan 20/04/25
L
Brommapojkarna
3
IFK Varnamo
2
Player to watch: Johnbosco Kalu
With seven goals in just 11 appearances in the league this season, the Nigerian forward has been impressive and he's our player to watch in Varnamo's upcoming duel with Halmstad.
Will Kalu be the first goalscorer?
Given that Kalu has scored the first goal in four of the six matches in which he has scored this season in the league, we can see that being the case on Saturday too.