The Allsvenskan's current bottom two sides go head-to-head on Saturday as Vasteras play host to Kalmar.
Four points separate the two teams ahead of kick-off and Vasteras really need to win this weekend if they are to escape the drop zone anytime soon.
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Vasteras vs Kalmar prediction: Goals expected at the Hitachi Energy Arena
Key Stats
- Four of Kalmar's last six outings have ended with both teams finding the back of the net.
- Over 2.5 goals were scored when these two sides locked horns in June.
- At least three goals have been scored in five of Vasteras' last six fixtures.
- Four of Kalmar's last six outings have witnessed over 2.5 goals.
Correct score prediction: Vasteras 2-1 Kalmar
Vasteras claimed a 4-0 win away at Kalmar in June but haven't kept a clean sheet in any of their last six outings, while Kalmar have conceded at least two goals in each of their last three fixtures.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Vasteras the favourite
- HOME: 4/5 (1.80) – 55.6%
- DRAW: 3/1 (4.00) – 25%
- AWAY: 7/2 (4.50) – 22.2%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Vasteras are the expected winner of this game with a probability of 55.6%, and we tend to agree with the bookmakers.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Kalmar in front
Saturday's guests have won three, drawn one and lost one of their last five encounters with Vasteras but the hosts ran out 4-0 winners when they made the trip to Kalmar in June.
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Vasteras preview: Looking to end losing run
Vasteras suffered a 2-1 defeat last time out against Norrkoping to make it three defeats on the run in the Allsvenskan.
Henry Offia had given Vasteras the lead against Norrkoping and that goal looked like it was going to be enough to win the game until the home side scored in the 90th minute to equalise and netted again deep into stoppage time to secure all three points.
Umit Aras and Mikael Marqués are the two main injury concerns for the hosts this weekend.
Predicted lineup: Brattberg (GK), Nsabiyumva, Granath, Magnusson, Ask, Linday, Larsson, Warneryd, Granath, Boudah & Offia
Club Friendly List 22/03/25
D
Sandvikens IF
1
Vasteras SK
1
Club Friendly List 16/03/25
D
IK Brage
1
Vasteras SK
1
Club Friendly List 08/03/25
L
Degerfors
1
Vasteras SK
0
Sweden Cup 02/03/25
L
Malmo FF
3
Vasteras SK
0
Sweden Cup 24/02/25
W
Utsiktens BK
1
Vasteras SK
2
Kalmar preview: Lost four of their last five
Kalmar didn't fair any better in their last game away at Sirius, going down by three goals to one.
Saturday's guests have now lost four of their last five league games and won't be looking forward to their trip to Vasteras having suffered a heavy defeat the last time the two clashed.
Midfielder Carl Gustafsson is out for the rest of the season due to a thigh injury.
Predicted lineup: Brolin (GK), Sætra, Sjöstedt, Osuji, Romário, Gojani, Hallberg, Karlsson, Ring, Islamović & Skrabb
Club Friendly List 21/03/25
L
Halmstad
1
Kalmar FF
0
Club Friendly List 15/03/25
L
Kongsvinger
2
Kalmar FF
1
Sweden Cup 03/03/25
L
Hammarby
2
Kalmar FF
1
Sweden Cup 22/02/25
W
Varbergs BoIS FC
1
Kalmar FF
3
Sweden Cup 15/02/25
L
FC Stockholm Internazionale
2
Kalmar FF
0
Player to watch – Henry Offia
Henry Offia made the move to Vasteras this year after impressing at Trelleborgs.
The 24-year-old scored 24 times in 90 league games for the lower-league Swedish side and has impressed since making the move to Vasteras.
Offia scored against Norrkoping last time out and leads the way in front of goal for his struggling club on three Allsvenkan goals alongside Matteo Ahlinvi.
Offia joint-top scores for Vasteras this season
We're excited to see how Offia performs in a huge game at the bottom of the table and feel like he could make all the difference for Vasteras against Kalmar.