Bet with Freshbet →Played: final score 0–1. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
On 18 October 2026 · 15:30 at Örjans Vall (Halmstad), Halmstad take on Hammarby FF, with Sars Joakim in charge. We make Hammarby FF (76%) the favourites. Our tip, the probabilities of each outcome, absences and our analysis follow below.
Halmstad vs Hammarby FF: our analysis
Why we chose this tip
- Table. Halmstad lie 16th, having collected 17 points after 27 matches (4W 5D 18L); Hammarby FF lie 1st, having collected 58 points (18W 4D 6L).
- Head to head. In 12 previous meetings, Halmstad have taken 3 wins to Hammarby FF's 4 wins, plus 5 draws; the goal tally stands at 11–12.
What to expect
In our view Hammarby FF hold the advantage. We project a 1–3 scoreline, around 4 goals altogether, and the single likeliest outcome is 0–2 (11.3%). This one should be open, with chances at both ends.
With the result at a short price (1.25), the goals markets are also worth considering: Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.77), which we give a 54% chance. In our view both teams score with a probability of 51%, and over 2.5 goals with a probability of 66%.
The prediction at a glance
- Meetings: 12; Halmstad 3 wins, 5 draws, Hammarby FF 4 wins.
- Head to head meetings have produced 1.9 goals a game on average.
- Our projection is around 4 goals, with over 2.5 goals at 66%.
- Unavailable: Halmstad 0, Hammarby FF 0.
Alternative tip: Both teams to score: yes
Another angle: Both teams to score: yes (probability 51%, top price 1.91). A projection of around 4 goals supports it.
Absences
Unavailable for Halmstad: no absences. Hammarby FF will be without: no absences. Team news can change, so take another look before the game.
Halmstad vs Hammarby FF: bookmaker odds side by side
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top price available | 10.85 | 6.82 | 1.25 |
| Market average | 10.43 | 6.19 | 1.23 |
| Lowest odds | 10.00 | 6.00 | 1.20 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.14 | 1.10 | 84.4% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.44 | 1.40 | 66.2% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.86 | 2.74 | 33.8% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.09 | 2.02 | 46.3% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.91 | 1.83 | 51.1% |
| BTTS – no | 1.95 | 1.91 | 48.9% |
Prices gathered from several bookmakers and refreshed 18/10/26, 12:05. Use them as a guide: what a particular operator offers can be different. Margin on average: 7.3%.
The key facts
- Likely result: Halmstad 0–2 Hammarby FF, roughly 4 goals in total.
- Table: Halmstad 16th (17 points), Hammarby FF 1st (58 points).
- H2H: 12 matches: Halmstad 3W 5D 4L, goals 11–12.
- Absences: Halmstad 0, Hammarby FF 0.
Who will win Halmstad vs Hammarby FF?
We work out this estimate from the odds of several bookmakers once their margin has been removed. No outcome is ever certain.
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Halmstad vs Hammarby FF: injuries and missing players
Halmstad
- No reported absences
Hammarby FF
- No reported absences
Team news can still change before the game.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hammarby FF | 28 | 18-4-6 | 60:23 | 58 |
| 2 |  Sirius | 27 | 18-4-5 | 58:34 | 58 |
| 3 |  Djurgårdens IF | 27 | 16-4-7 | 55:25 | 52 |
| 4 |  BK Häcken | 27 | 13-10-4 | 48:30 | 49 |
| 5 |  IF Elfsborg | 28 | 12-10-6 | 42:31 | 46 |
| 6 |  Västerås SK FK | 27 | 13-5-9 | 40:38 | 44 |
| 7 |  Malmö FF | 27 | 12-4-11 | 42:36 | 40 |
| 8 |  AIK Stockholm | 27 | 10-8-9 | 43:47 | 38 |
| 9 |  IFK Göteborg | 27 | 10-8-9 | 36:46 | 38 |
| 10 |  Gais | 27 | 10-7-10 | 34:27 | 37 |
| 11 |  IF Brommapojkarna | 27 | 9-7-11 | 39:44 | 34 |
| 12 |  Mjällby AIF | 27 | 6-9-12 | 30:43 | 27 |
| 13 |  Kalmar FF | 27 | 6-5-16 | 23:42 | 23 |
| 14 |  Degerfors IF | 27 | 5-5-17 | 22:46 | 20 |
| 15 |  Örgryte IS | 27 | 4-7-16 | 33:60 | 19 |
| 16 | Halmstad | 27 | 4-5-18 | 18:51 | 17 |
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Questions and answers
Which tip do we give for Halmstad vs Hammarby FF?
Both teams to score (1.91); Hammarby FF to win (1.25).
Who will win Halmstad vs Hammarby FF?
Our estimate gives Halmstad a 9% chance of winning, the draw 15% and Hammarby FF 76%.
What is the date, time and venue of the game?
Kick-off is on 18 October 2026 at 15:30, venue Örjans Vall, Halmstad. Referee: Sars Joakim.
Who will be missing?
Halmstad: no absences. Hammarby FF: no absences. Team news can still change before kick-off.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in this game?
We put over 2.5 goals at 66% (odds 1.44) and under 2.5 goals at 34% (odds 2.86).
Will both teams score?
We put the chance of both teams finding the net at 51% (odds 1.91).
What correct score do we see as likeliest?
Top of our list is 0–2 (11.3%), then 0–3 (9.8%) and 1–2 (9.0%).
How do you put your predictions together?
Our starting point is the odds of several bookmakers: we take out the margin, average what is left and turn it into probabilities, then a Poisson model gives the expected goals and the likeliest scorelines. Form, head to head and absences are shown on the page as background. The predictions are meant as information and offer no guarantee of winning.
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