Football fans, the Swedish league is back. The schedule for 2025/26 has officially dropped - and it’s set to deliver thrilling derbies, late-season drama, and rising stars across Sweden.
If you're planning to catch a game live, now’s the time to secure your Allsvenskan tickets before stadiums fill up.
From kickoff weekends to key fixtures, goal scorers, and promotion battles, here’s your full guide to the Allsvenskan season.
Timeline & season format
The Allsvenskan 2025/26 season begins in early March 2025 and ends in late November 2025, aligning with Sweden’s unique football calendar.
Each of the 16 teams plays 30 matches, facing every other club once at home and once away. That means plenty of mid-table clashes, title races, and relegation scrambles.
There are no matches during the international breaks, usually in late March, June, September, and October. You’ll also find a short summer break in early July. The schedule is designed to optimise match time for both fans and broadcasters.
Key Allsvenskan matches to watch
The Allsvenskan always delivers when it comes to high-stakes showdowns, local pride, and packed stadiums. These are the matchups you won’t want to miss this year.
AIK vs Djurgården – The Stockholm Derby
A fierce rivalry played in front of some of the highest attendance numbers in Sweden. Expect fireworks on and off the pitch.
Date: 10 August 2025 at Strawberry Arena (AIK’s home ground)
Hammarby vs AIK
Another capital clash, often defining the mood of the season for both teams involved.
Matchday 11: IFK Göteborg vs Malmö FF Date: 25 May 2025 at Gamla Ullevi (IFK Göteborg’s home ground)
Matchday 21: Malmö FF vs IFK Göteborg Date: 23 August 2025 at Eleda Stadion (Malmö FF’s home ground)
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Malmo FF - IFK Goteborg
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IFK Göteborg vs Malmö FF
Two of Sweden’s most storied clubs battling for legacy and league standing.
Matchday 11: IFK Göteborg vs Malmö FF Date: 25 May 2025 at Gamla Ullevi (IFK Göteborg’s home ground)
Matchday 21: Malmö FF vs IFK Göteborg Date: 23 August 2025 at Eleda Stadion (Malmö FF’s home ground)
GAIS vs IFK Göteborg – Göteborg Derby
Back after promotion, GAIS brings spice to the city with this intense match against their blue-clad rivals.
Matchday 19: GAIS vs IFK Göteborg – Göteborg Derby Date: 11 August 2025 at Gamla Ullevi (GAIS’s home ground)
IK Sirius vs Elfsborg
Don’t overlook this one - Sirius are known for surprises, and this fixture often shifts mid-table momentum.
Matchday 5: IF Elfsborg vs IK Sirius Date: 23 April 2025 – Borås Arena (Elfsborg’s home ground)
Matchday 28: IK Sirius vs IF Elfsborg Date: 26 October 2025 – Studenternas IP (Sirius’ home ground)
Sirius - IF Elfsborg
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Whether you support Malmö or follow a newly promoted team like GAIS, these derbies will shape the narrative.
Top Scorers & Season Statistics
The chase for the top scorers title is already heating up, and below is a list of top scorers with some familiar names leading the charts early on.
As of the latest update in the Allsvenskan season, Isaac Kiese Thelin from Malmö leads the top scorers chart with 4 goals, showing his consistent form in front of goal. These statistics provide valuable information about player performance. Close behind are Omar Faraj of AIK and Simon Hedlund from Elfsborg, both having netted 3 goals each. Veteran striker Marcus Berg of IFK Göteborg follows with 2 goals, proving he’s still a threat in the final third. Keep an eye on these players as they continue to battle for the golden boot this season.
Highest-attendance matches
Swedish football fans show up - loud, proud, and in numbers.
Expect AIK, Djurgården, and Malmö to lead the pack again this season when it comes to highest attendance records. Last year, AIK’s home fixtures regularly crossed 30,000 spectators, especially during derby weekends.
Games like AIK vs Hammarby or IFK Göteborg vs Malmö consistently pack out stadiums like Friends Arena and Gamla Ullevi. These high-energy environments often influence the result and can determine momentum for the rest of the season.
Planning to see one live? These are the fixtures where the atmosphere is guaranteed to be electric.
Allsvenskan fixtures: monthly matchday schedule
Here’s your list of Allsvenskan games for the rest of the 2025 season.
Matchday 20
16 Aug 2025
17 Aug 2025
18 Aug 2025
Matchday 21
23 Aug 2025
24 Aug 2025
Djurgardens IF – IF Brommapojkarna
25 Aug 2025
Matchday 22
30 Aug 2025
IF Brommapojkarna – IF Elfsborg
31 Aug 2025
IFK Norrkoping – Djurgardens IF
Matchday 23
13 Sep 2025
14 Sep 2025
Matchday 24
20 Sep 2025
21 Sep 2025
IFK Goteborg – IF Brommapojkarna
Matchday 25
27 Sep 2025
28 Sep 2025
IF Brommapojkarna – Mjallby AIF
Matchday 26
04 Oct 2025
05 Oct 2025
Matchday 27
19 Oct 2025
IFK Varnamo – IF Brommapojkarna
Matchday 28
26 Oct 2025
Matchday 29
02 Nov 2025
Matchday 30
09 Nov 2025
IF Brommapojkarna – Degerfors IF
Promotion & relegation watch
Every season, a few teams fight at the top - while others try to avoid the drop.
Newly promoted GAIS and Halmstads BK are facing pressure to prove themselves against seasoned opponents like AIK and Elfsborg. Early results have GAIS holding their own with an energetic press-heavy style, but the grind of the league could wear them down.
At the other end, clubs like IK Sirius and Degerfors will need to build consistency. Last year, a few late-season goals made the difference between safety and being relegated.
Want to stay ahead of the curve? Keep an eye on goal difference, points, and games against direct rivals - they often determine who survives and who drops.
How the competition is structured
The Allsvenskan features 16 teams who each play 30 games over the course of the season - once at home and once away against every other team.
The standard point system applies:
3 points for a win
1 point for a draw
0 points for a loss
At the end of the season, the team with the most points is crowned champion and may enter the UEFA Champions League qualifiers. The second and third-place teams can qualify for the UEFA Europa Conference League.
The bottom two clubs are relegated to Superettan, while the third-worst team enters a playoff to compete for survival.
Tiebreakers are determined first by goal difference, then goals scored, and finally head-to-head results.
FAQs
When does the Allsvenskan 2025/26 season start?
It begins the weekend of 8–9 March 2025 and runs through late November.
Who are the top scorers right now?
Current top scorers include Isaac Kiese Thelin (Malmö), Omar Faraj (AIK), and Simon Hedlund (Elfsborg).
Which clubs were promoted to Allsvenskan this year?
GAIS and Halmstads BK joined from Superettan.
How many teams get relegated?
Two are relegated directly; the 14th-placed team plays a survival match in a two-leg playoff.
When are the Stockholm derbies?
AIK vs Djurgården and Hammarby vs AIK take place once in spring and once in autumn - exact dates vary by fixture draw.
What’s the highest-attended match typically?
Usually AIK home derbies at Friends Arena, often surpassing 30,000 fans.
How can I follow live results and statistics?
The official Allsvenskan website and apps provide up-to-date statistics, fixtures, and results.
Ready to watch it live?
Whether you’re cheering for Malmö’s title charge, following IK Sirius for an underdog story, or watching the relegation battle heat up - the 2025/26 Allsvenskan is packed with drama.
