Allsvenskan · Matchday
2026-10-18 12:00:00 · 20:00 · Iver Arena (Västerås)
Prediction Result
AI Predicted: 1-1|Actual: 1-0
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| Bookmaker | Home | Draw | Away | EV Home | EV Draw | EV Away |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bet365 | 2.35 | 3.40 | 2.87 | -6.0% | -6.5% | -6.7% |
| Pinnacle | 2.35 | 3.47 | 2.89 | -6.0% | -4.6% | -6.1% |
| 1xbet | 2.32 | 3.48 | 2.84 | -7.2% | -4.3% | -7.7% |
| WilliamHill | 2.30 | 3.25 | 2.80 | -8.0% | -10.6% | -9.0% |
| Betfair | 2.30 | 3.60 | 2.80 | -8.0% | -1.0% | -9.0% |
| bwin | 2.37 | 3.50 | 2.75 | -5.2% | -3.7% | -10.6% |
| Ladbrokes | 2.30 | 3.30 | 2.62 | -8.0% | -9.3% | -14.8% |
| MelBet | 2.32 | 3.48 | 2.84 | -7.2% | -4.3% | -7.7% |
| Coral | 2.30 | 3.30 | 2.62 | -8.0% | -9.3% | -14.8% |
| Macauslot | 2.21 | 3.63 | 2.52 | -11.6% | -0.2% | -18.1% |
| Marathonbet | 2.30 | 3.48 | 2.83 | -8.0% | -4.3% | -8.0% |
| Sbo | 2.23 | 3.13 | 2.61 | -10.8% | -13.9% | -15.2% |
| Cashpoint | 2.30 | 3.40 | 2.77 | -8.0% | -6.5% | -10.0% |
| MansionBet | 2.42 | 3.50 | 2.63 | -3.2% | -3.7% | -14.5% |
| Dafabet | 2.41 | 3.50 | 2.85 | -3.6% | -3.7% | -7.4% |
| BetVictor | 2.30 | 3.40 | 2.75 | -8.0% | -6.5% | -10.6% |
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Match Report
Västerås SK 1–0 Mjällby | Allsvenskan | 18 October 2026
Result Summary
Västerås SK claimed all three points at home with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Mjällby in Sunday's Allsvenskan fixture. Axel Sountonoma Taonsa's 20th-minute strike, assisted by Abdelrahman Boudah, proved to be the decisive moment of the match, as Alexander Rubin's side held firm for the full 90-plus minutes to secure a clean sheet.
Match Analysis
The game's defining moment arrived early. Boudah played a key role in the opener, teeing up Taonsa for a composed right-foot finish that gave Mjällby's goalkeeper Axel Norén no chance. It was a well-constructed goal that set the tone for what would become a disciplined home performance.
The statistics paint a clear picture of Västerås SK's dominance across large portions of the contest. They registered 22 total shots compared to Mjällby's 11, and crucially, 9 shots on target against just 3 for the visitors. Their 18 key passes to Mjällby's 5 underline how effectively they controlled the creative side of the game, with a passing accuracy of 81% versus 74% for Andreas Brännström's side. Possession was fairly balanced at 52% to 48%, yet Västerås SK made far better use of the ball in dangerous areas.
Mjällby did threaten on the counter, generating 49 dangerous attacks to Västerås SK's 44, suggesting they carried some threat, particularly in transitional phases. However, Anton Fagerström and the home defensive line — marshalled by Herman Magnusson and Philip Erik Henriksson Bonde — remained largely composed throughout.
Discipline was tested in patches. Jeppe Kjaer received an early yellow card in the 17th minute for a foul, and just before half-time a heated exchange resulted in bookings for both Abdelrahman Saidi of Västerås SK and Tony Miettinen of Mjällby at the 35-minute mark. Västerås SK's foul count of 21 against Mjällby's 19 reflects how physically competitive the encounter was throughout.
At the break, Västerås SK made a change, introducing Frédéric Nsabiyumva in place of Jack Tagesson, while Mjällby also freshened up by bringing on Áki Samuelsen for Olle Lindberg. Mjällby's search for an equaliser prompted further adjustments, with Mads Enggård entering in the 56th minute, and Ludvig Tidstrand arriving late in the second half — though Tidstrand would ultimately pick up a yellow card deep in stoppage time for a foul. Västerås SK managed the closing stages carefully, with Jonathan Ring and Karl Gunnarsson coming on in the 78th minute to help protect the lead, and Peter Amoran completing the changes in added time.
Prediction Review
Our pre-match forecast projected a 1–1 draw, giving the home win just a 40% probability against a combined draw and away-win probability of 60%. That assessment proved incorrect. Västerås SK's ability to strike early and then dominate in shots, key passes, and passing accuracy was ultimately more decisive than our model anticipated. A confidence level of 54/100 rightly reflected the uncertainty, but the home side's controlled display warranted greater respect than our forecast assigned.
Takeaways
- Taonsa's clinical finish was the difference — a goal that came at the perfect moment to settle Västerås SK's nerves.
- Boudah's assist highlighted his creative influence before his withdrawal in the 78th minute.
- Mjällby's lack of cutting edge in front of goal — just 3 shots on target — ultimately cost them in what was a competitive physical contest.
- Västerås SK's defensive solidity and creative superiority were the keys to a deserved home win.
Västerås SK vs Mjällby Head-to-Head
Last 3 meetings between Västerås SK and Mjällby: Västerås SK 1W · 1D · Mjällby 1W.
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Västerås SK vs Mjällby — Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Västerås SK vs Mjällby?
PredictNext's AI model favours Västerås SK (also known as Vasteras SK) with a 40% win probability — Västerås SK 40%, draw 28%, Mjällby 32%.
What is the predicted score for Västerås SK vs Mjällby?
The AI forecasts a 1-1 scoreline for Västerås SK vs Mjällby, generated with 54% model confidence.
Will Västerås SK vs Mjällby have over 2.5 goals?
The model gives 48% for over 2.5 goals and 52% for under 2.5 goals in Västerås SK vs Mjällby.
How accurate was the Västerås SK vs Mjällby prediction?
PredictNext's AI predicted 1-1; the match finished 1-0. The winner call was correct.