UEFA Europa League Qualifying Round 3
FC Midtjylland 2 - 0 FT Fredrikstad
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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Manchester City
5-3
Sunderland
⚡ Intensity
100
⚖️ Balance
91
🏆 Stakes
67
🎲 Upset
0
Eight goals, hat-trick heroics, pure chaos.
Futmetrix Verdict
55
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Gamba Osaka
0-1
Vissel Kobe
⚡ Intensity
40
⚖️ Balance
20
🏆 Stakes
78
🎲 Upset
0
Erik breaks Gamba hearts at 90'
Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Atletico Madrid
2-1
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
86
⚖️ Balance
31
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
60
A chaotic derby flips Madrid's hierarchy.
Match Events
17' Paulinho (M. Gogorza)
HT
46' ↓ J. Bjartalid ↑E. Holten
46' ↓ S. Rafn ↑R. R. Shein
58' ↓ O. Ohlenschlaeger ↑S. Sorlokk
↓ M. Erlic ↑Lee Han-Beom 59'
↓ A. Buksa ↑V. Byskov 59'
↓ Franculino ↑E. Chilufya 60'
70' ↓ S. Owusu ↑D. Eid
↓ P. Bravo ↑Dani Silva 75'
↓ M. Gogorza ↑D. Osorio 78'
78' ↓ L. Owusu ↑E. Granaas
85' Adam Gabriel
Stian Stray Molde 89'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FC Midtjylland
Midfielders
Martin Børsheim
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S. Owusu
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U. Fredriksen
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Maxwell Woledzi
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S. Rafn
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P. Metcalfe
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L. Owusu
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O. Ohlenschlaeger
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S. Molde
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H. Skogvold
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J. Bjartalid
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BENCH
O. Ovretveit
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O. Langbraten
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K. Okpaleke
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B. Skaret
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E. Holten
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S. Sorlokk
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D. Eid
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S. Kvile
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L. Begby
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R. R. Shein
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E. Solberg
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E. Granaas
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Fredrikstad
Midfielders
Elías Rafn Ólafsson
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Adam Gabriel
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Martin Erlić
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Mads Bech Sørensen
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Paulo Victor
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Aral Şimşir
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Pedro Bravo
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Denil Castillo
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Mikel Gogorza
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Adam Buksa
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Franculino Djú
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BENCH
Jonas Lössl
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L. Selin
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Lee Han-Beom
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Cho Gue-Sung
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Darío Osorio
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Edward Chilufya
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Valdemar Byskov
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Kevin Mbabu
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Victor Bak Jensen
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Júnior Brumado
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Daniel Silva
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Friday Etim
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2025 | Fredrikstad | 1 - 3 | FC Midtjylland | UEFA Europa League | Fredrikstad Stadion |
| 02/09/2024 | FC Midtjylland | 0 - 1 | Fredrikstad | The Atlantic Cup | Estádio Do Algarve |
08/07/2025
02/09/2024
FC Midtjylland Win
Fredrikstad Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
FC Midtjylland
Fredrikstad
FC Midtjylland
Fredrikstad
Early Blitz Seals Europa Fate in Herning
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 24/100. High Stakes in this knockout qualifier were quickly dismantled by a ruthless opening barrage that ended the contest before it truly began.
The First Blow
European nights under the lights demand immediate focus, but Fredrikstad completely missed the memo at MCH Arena. The Norwegian visitors looked shell-shocked as the home side dialed up the Intensity from the very first whistle. Fighting through the high-pressure environment of a third qualifying round, FC Midtjylland refused to let their opponents settle into any rhythm. The breakthrough arrived with brutal efficiency just nine minutes in. M. Bech Sorensen capitalized on defensive hesitation to set the tone, shattering the initial deadlock. It was exactly the kind of early opener that completely tears up an away team’s tactical blueprint. The Danish outfit understood the assignment perfectly, establishing a frantic tempo that kept the visitors pinned deep in their own half and gasping for air from the outset.
The Knockout Punch
Any hopes of a swift Norwegian recovery evaporated before the twenty-minute mark. If the first goal cracked the defensive wall, the second demolished it entirely. In the 17th minute, a sublime sequence of rapid ball movement unlocked the penalty area once again. M. Gogorza spotted the overlapping run of Paulinho, threading a precise pass that demanded a finish. The Brazilian made no mistake, doubling the advantage and fundamentally altering the Balance of the entire tie. The visitors were left chasing shadows, completely overwhelmed by the sheer pace and precision of the hosts. This rapid-fire double completely wiped out any lingering Upset factor, transforming a tense European qualifier into a masterclass of early game management. At this elite level, switching off for even a fraction of a second is fatal.
Coasting Home
With a comfortable two-goal cushion secured well before the half-hour mark, the hosts professionally choked the life out of the contest. The high pressure of European qualification often produces chaotic second halves, but this affair became an exercise in sterile, professional domination. The away side tried to muster a response, throwing bodies forward in desperate attempts to salvage their continental campaign, but they entirely lacked the necessary cutting edge to trouble the Danish rearguard. The scoreboard remained frozen at 2-0, a testament to a job efficiently executed in the opening exchanges. The crowd at MCH Arena roared in approval as their side navigated the closing stages with total tactical discipline. The Danish side now marches on in the tournament, while their Scandinavian rivals head home.
Key Questions
Who scored the goals for FC Midtjylland?
M. Bech Sorensen opened the scoring in the 9th minute, followed rapidly by a Paulinho strike in the 17th minute.
Where was this qualifying match held?
The match took place at the MCH Arena, serving as the battleground for this crucial UEFA Europa League clash.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Fine Margins Decide European Fate in Denmark
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 26/100. While lacking the mainstream draw for neutrals, this tie offers a fascinating, high-tension clash where a single mistake could shatter group stage dreams.
The Setup
On August 14, 2025, the MCH Arena hosts a classic European qualifier. The FC Midtjylland machine is already humming. They boast a high Form rating, sitting comfortably with six wins in their first eight domestic games. Fredrikstad arrive knowing the competitive Balance tilts slightly toward the Danish hosts. The Stakes are massive for both dressing rooms, with a spot in the main competition directly on the line. However, a modest Stars rating means neutral viewers might skip this one.
Key Battle
With no marquee names for the visitors to lean on, this comes down to the home attack versus the away defensive block. Franculino Djú and D. Osorio will be tasked with picking the locks and breaking down a stubborn Norwegian rearguard. Behind them, O. Diao must ensure his side remains organized to extinguish any swift counter-attacks.
Our Prediction
Midtjylland takes it 2-0. The Danes will control the tempo, patiently probing the flanks before exposing tired away legs in the second half.