- Hammarby IF DFF (W) have won their last 5 games in all competitions, while Malmo FF (W) have won 3 of their last 5.
- Hammarby IF DFF (W) have 1 win and 1 draw in their last 2 meetings against Malmo FF (W).
- Malmo FF (W) are undefeated away from home in Damallsvenskan (W1, D1), where they have conceded just 1 goal in 2 games.
Tactical clash of styles in Damallsvenskan’s early league leaders
In a clash of two of the division’s most improved clubs, our Hammarby IF DFF (W) vs Malmo FF (W) prediction is that Wednesday’s face-off in the Damallsvenskan could have a huge bearing on the early-season pecking order.
Hosts Hammarby IF DFF (W) are 5th in the table after taking 9 points from their 3 games so far this term, while Malmo FF (W) sit above them in 2nd with 10 points from 5. Hammarby have won 5 and Malmo 3 of the sides’ last 5 respective games, so this should be a highly competitive matchup between two teams in the middle of their respective ascendancies.
William Stroemberg has his Hammarby IF DFF (W) side playing an exciting brand of high-octane, vertical soccer that is based around high pressing and aggressive wing play. The Hammarby IF DFF (W) vs Malmo FF (W) preview highlights that under Stroemberg, they have had instant results since the appointment of the Swedish boss, winning 5 consecutive games ahead of this clash. They’ve conceded no goals in their last 3 outings, thumping IK Uppsala (W) 3-0 at home and claiming a 2-0 win at Djurgardens IF FF (W).
Jonas Valfridsson’s Malmo FF (W) have an altogether different playing style, one which is far more structured and possession based. Since his appointment in April 2024, the Swedish tactician has instilled a clear identity onto his team, who have played some great soccer so far this season.
Their 1-0 away win against defending champions FC Rosengaard was a masterclass in controlled, structured soccer, however, they were brought back down to earth by a 2-1 defeat at home to BK Haecken FF last time out in the league. They have to be better than that against Hammarby, who will attempt to pressure them into mistakes. The Hammarby IF DFF (W) vs Malmo FF (W) prediction is that this tactical battle will be decided in the midfield, where both teams have shown considerable strength and discipline.
Underdogs can keep things close
We think the Hammarby IF DFF (W) vs Malmo FF (W) prediction favors Hammarby to get the better of this game by the final whistle, given their red-hot form, perfect home record in the division (W2 from 2), and the fact that they’ve won one and drawn one of their two previous meetings with Malmo FF (W). However, they are a short 1.66 to do so, while the visitors are 4.53 at the time of writing.
That’s a big discrepancy and doesn’t reflect Malmo FF (W)’s ability to grind out results away from home, where they’re unbeaten in 2 (W1, D1) and have conceded just 1 goal. They are far more solid than their opponents give them credit for, and we think they can hold their own. As for the Hammarby IF DFF (W) vs Malmo FF (W) betting tips, backing both teams to score is a recommended market given both have shown attacking intent.
With Hammarby so good at breaking down opponents on the counter and having a potent goal scorer in Mari Rosendal Nyhagen, who has 2 goals in 3 Damallsvenskan games, backing both teams to score looks tempting.
