Elfsborg vs IFK Varnamo Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 11 Aug 2025

Allsvenskan Betting Preview: Elfsborg vs IFK Varnamo

Elfsborg host IFK Varnamo in this Swedish Allsvenskan match at Boras Arena, with kick-off set for 13:00 on Monday 11 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

BTTS Yes the Most Likely Outcome

There’s every reason to wager on both Elfsborg and Varnamo finding the net, with the BTTS Yes selection attractively priced. You can land -132 that both teams score a goal.

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Last Clash Between Teams Finished Goalless

Elfsborg have won two on the spin, triumphing 2-1 in their previous game. This was on the road against Hacken at Bravida Arena. Oscar Hiljemark's side enjoyed just 38% possession and had six shots on target, while Ari Sigurpalsson and Arber Zeneli scored one goal each.

IFK Varnamo hosted GAIS at Finnvedsvallen in their previous game, ending in a 2-2 draw. Varnamo recorded three shots on goal and had 42% possession, while Marcus Antonsson and Otso Liimatta found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

We’ve seen three consecutive draws between Elfsborg and Varnamo, with the last clash ending 0-0 at Finnvedsvallen. The previous 7 H2H matches have featured four draws, two victories for Elfsborg and just one for Varnamo.

Allsvenskan		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
8	Elfsborg	26	11	4	11	40	40	0	40:40	37
16	IFK Varnamo	26	3	6	17	32	54	-22	32:54	15

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6 wins, 3 losses and 1 draw, averaging 2.0 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 9.2 attempts. Elfsborg have had 47.2% possession and 5.7 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.4 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 11.0 attempts, while being awarded 3.9 corners.

Top scorer Frederik Ihler has found the net 5 times, Rasmus Wikstroem 3, with Johan Larsson and Leo Oestman both scoring 2. Simon Hedlund has made the most assists with 4.

Varnamo have 1 victory, 5 defeats and 4 draws, averaging 8.4 attempts, 3.1 shots on goal and 0.9 goals. Arne Sandstoe's men average 38.3% possession, 5.1 corners in their favour and 6.2 corners against, while 1.6 goals have been conceded from 5.6 shots on goal and 13.6 attempts.

Marcus Antonsson and Mohammad Alsalkhadi have top scored with 2 goals, while Otso Liimatta is next on 1. The top assistors in the last 10 games are Ajdin Zeljkovic, Johan Rapp and Noah Shamoun who have all made 1.

Confirmed Lineups

Elfsborg confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Simon Eriksson (GK), Sebastian Holmen, Ibrahim Buhari, Terry Yegbe, Johan Larsson, Besfort Zeneli, Wenderson Oliveira, Simon Hedlund, Leo Oestman, Taylor Silverholt, Arber Zeneli.

IFK Varnamo confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Hugo Keto (GK), Johan Rapp, Rufai Mohammed, Emin Grozdanic, Axel Bjoernstroem, Otso Liimatta, Simon Thern, Kai Meriluoto, Mohammad Alsalkhadi, Carl Johansson, Noah Shamoun.

Elfsborg vs IFK Varnamo Prediction & Betting Tips

We’ve lined up expert Elfsborg vs IFK Varnamo betting tips, from our match prediction and correct score call to corners betting insight, best player prop picks and bet builder advice. Read on for the full breakdown.

Match Prediction

The BTTS Yes betting option really stands out at odds of -132. We think that this price is worth taking for this Allsvenskan showdown, with the two teams capable of finding the net.

We always have a keen eye on team news, while our football experts have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the Allsvenskan action.

Key Elfsborg vs IFK Varnamo league stats:

• BTTS Yes has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Elfsborg games.
• BTTS Yes has been covered in 10 of the last 17 Elfsborg games at home.
• BTTS Yes has been covered in 2 straight Elfsborg games.
• BTTS Yes has been covered in 3 straight Varnamo games.
• BTTS Yes has been covered in 11 of the last 20 Varnamo games.

BTTS Yes Probability

The best betting apps make it a 56.8% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 60-65%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

Both Teams To Score - Yes @ -132 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Elfsborg 2 - 1 Varnamo

We’ve found an attractive bet at odds of +700 and it involves Elfsborg winning 2-1. We like a wager on correct score as there’s the chance to bank a bigger return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Frederik Ihler to Score +118

Frederik Ihler (Elfsborg) has managed four goals in his past five Allsvenskan matches on home soil. It’s worth a play on the +118 that he is Anytime Goalscorer as there’s lots of value for these betting odds.

Latest Frederik Ihler Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+112

First

+360

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Corners Prediction

Varnamo Over 3.5 Corners -138

We’ve seen an average of 5.60 corners for IFK Varnamo in their past ten away matches, while Elfsborg have let the opposition average 4.20 corners in the previous ten home games. We’re anticipating that there will be plenty of Varnamo corners and that the Team Corners line will be covered, with odds of -138 on offer.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Elfsborg

Total

9.60 5.70 3.90

Home

11.00 6.80 4.20

Away

9.80 4.40 5.40

Varnamo

Total

11.30 5.10 6.20

Home

10.10 5.00 5.10

Away

10.90 5.60 5.30

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 11.5

-104

Under 11.5

-137

Elfsborg Corners

Over 6.5

-133

Under 6.5

-106

Varnamo Corners

Over 4.5

+112

Under 4.5

-161

Most Corners

1

-263

X

+900

2

+290

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Elfsborg vs IFK Varnamo Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Elfsborg Big Favourites on the Full-Time Result Market

The latest Elfsborg odds are -233 which leads to them being favourites in this Allsvenskan clash. It’s also implied by the bookmakers that they have a 70% prospect of securing a victory. IFK Varnamo are operating at larger odds than the opposition and the underdogs can be wagered at +510.

A bet on Elfsborg -1.25 against Varnamo means you’re splitting stake between -1 and -1.5 on the Asian Handicap at -128. You’ll get money back on the first part if they win by one and there’s a full payout if the margin is two or more goals.

For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. BTTS Yes is available at -164 for anyone expecting Both Teams to Score.

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Full-Time Result

1

-233

X

+420

2

+510

Half-Time Result

1

-118

X

+170

2

+425

Double Chance

1X

-833

12

-667

X2

+175

Draw No Bet

1

-625

2

+340

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.25

-128

2 Hcp +1.25

-114

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+180

Over 2.5

-227

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-164

No

+115

Frederik Ihler Top of First Goalscorer List

There is +112 available that Frederik Ihler finds the net anytime. If you’re interested in the favourite to score the first goal, then you are able to secure +360.

Frederik Ihler (Elfsborg)

First

+112

Anytime

+360

Taylor Silverholt (Elfsborg)

First

+175

Anytime

+500

Per Frick (Elfsborg)

First

+185

Anytime

+525

Simon Hedlund (Elfsborg)

First

+225

Anytime

+650

Ari Sigurpálsson (Elfsborg)

First

+225

Anytime

+650

Gottfrid Rapp (Elfsborg)

First

+265

Anytime

+750

Simon Olsson (Elfsborg)

First

+320

Anytime

+850

Ajdin Zeljkovic (Varnamo)

First

+325

Anytime

+900

Besfort Zeneli (Elfsborg)

First

+410

Anytime

+1150

Jens Jakob Thomasen (Elfsborg)

First

+460

Anytime

+1300

Mohammad Alsalkhadi (Varnamo)

First

+510

Anytime

+1300

Carl Johansson (Varnamo)

First

+525

Anytime

+1500

Kenan Bilalovic (Varnamo)

First

+550

Anytime

+1400

Julius Magnússon (Elfsborg)

First

+550

Anytime

+1600

Niklas Hult (Elfsborg)

First

+600

Anytime

+1700

Terry Yegbe (Elfsborg)

First

+650

Anytime

+1800

Sebastian Holmén (Elfsborg)

First

+650

Anytime

+1900

Johan Larsson (Elfsborg)

First

+700

Anytime

+1900

Simon Thern (Varnamo)

First

+800

Anytime

+2000

Elfsborg Difficult to Beat on Home Soil

Elfsborg have managed seven victories, two losses and one draw in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 2.30 goals per game and conceding 1.50.

Varnamo have not won in the past eight away matches. Varnamo have clocked up seven losses, two draws and one win in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 0.70 goals per match and conceding 1.70.

It was a 2-2 draw when Elfsborg last played Varnamo at Boras Arena. We’ve seen Elfsborg claim two wins in the past 3 H2H meetings at Boras Arena, with one draw also taking place.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Elfsborg Home Stats		7-1-2	3.80	2.30	1.50	5	5	4	6
IFK Varnamo Away Stats		1-2-7	2.40	0.70	1.70	3	7	4	6

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Elfsborg vs IFK Varnamo Lineups & Team News

Check the Elfsborg vs Varnamo team news before you place your bets. We’ll offer the predicted and confirmed Allsvenskan lineups along with the latest injury developments.

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