Allsvenskan heavyweights do battle in Halmstad
Halmstads BK currently sit 14th in the Allsvenskan 2025 table with 13 points from 13 games, while their opponents on Sunday, AIK, have 29 points from 14 matches, putting them in 3rd place in the table.
It’s difficult to pick a favourite based on recent form, as neither side have hit top gear over the last month or so, but AIK do enter this clash with an impressive away record and the overall better head-to-head record against Halmstads BK. For those interested, our Halmstads BK vs AIK prediction highlights the fine margins expected in this encounter.
Johan Lindholm took over as head coach of Halmstads BK in August 2024, bringing an organised approach to the team’s play, particularly when they are at home and without the ball.
They set up with a deep block and seek to frustrate opponents with solid defending and sharp counterattacks.
On the other hand, Mikkjal Thomassen’s AIK have been playing a more expressive, albeit equally as structured style of football since he took the helm in July 2024.
They dictate play with balanced lineups and can be effective in transition.
A tactical chess match in the making
There should be no shortage of intrigue in this fixture, as two Allsvenskan sides who need the points for opposite reasons will come head-to-head on Sunday. Halmstads BK are in a relegation battle and AIK are challenging for the top three, and both will have this game earmarked on the calendar.
Halmstads BK have won three and lost four of their seven Allsvenskan home games this season, while AIK have been impressive on the road with four wins, three draws and just one defeat from eight games. This Halmstads BK vs AIK preview makes it clear that this is not an obvious home fixture for Halmstads BK and the odds of 5.30 for the hosts seems a touch short, considering the visitors come into the game as the clear favourites at 1.71. When considering the Halmstads BK vs AIK odds, the gap between the two teams is reflected by the betting markets.
Additionally, the Halmstads BK vs AIK prediction will depend greatly on the tactical decisions made by both managers as they try to outmaneuver each other. For those seeking guidance, this Halmstads BK vs AIK betting tips article may help identify potential value in the market.
