Mjallby AIF finds itself in the upper half of Allsvenskan 2026 when it comes to effectiveness from set pieces. A new statistical report from Google shows the team from Sölvesborg has an expected goals value, xG, of 6.4 from dead-ball situations, earning them seventh place in the league.
This analysis was published this week and provides a detailed picture of which teams are most dangerous from corners, free kicks, and penalties. Mjallby's mid-table position reflects a solid, if not exceptional, ability to create dangerous moments when play stops. The team currently sits eleventh in the actual Allsvenskan table with 20 points from 16 games, according to our standings page. They have scored 24 goals and conceded 23, for a goal difference of +1.
Who tops the set piece statistics list?
Sirius leads the statistics for xG from set pieces with a value of 7.9. Hammarby follows in second place despite a higher xG value of 8.3, an indication that the ranking is based on a different calculation model. Malmo FF takes the bronze position with an xG of 5.6, showing that even top teams have different strengths. Örgryte, placed just ahead of Mjallby in sixth, has an xG of 7.4. These numbers show the competition to be the best from dead balls is fierce in the Swedish top division.
Mjallby's own value of 6.4 places them close to teams like IFK Göteborg (6.7) and Elfsborg (6.3). It's a clear marker that the team's training work on set pieces is paying off. With recent form of WLLDL and a title race that sees them 22 points behind leaders Sirius, every goal-scoring opportunity becomes vital. The team's offensive and defensive season statistics can be followed on our stats page.
Which teams are close to Mjallby in the statistics?
Directly behind Mjallby in eighth place we find Degerfors with an xG of 5.3. Brommapojkarna (5.4) and AIK (3.5) round out the top ten. The lowest placed on the list is Halmstads BK with an xG of 4.3 from set pieces. The full ranking from the report includes all 16 Allsvenskan teams and provides a good overview of a specific tactical area.
For Mjallby, seventh place means they consistently create danger. It's a factor that can be decisive in tight matches, especially against well-organized opponents. The team's xG of 6.4 is concrete proof of their planning and execution.
What does this mean for upcoming fixtures?
This statistic will be particularly interesting to watch when Mjallby faces Västerås SK FK away on October 18th. Västerås sits fourth in this specific statistic with an xG of 4.7, pointing to an interesting tactical duel. The match is part of an important season run-in, and every detail could matter.
To prepare for this and other upcoming challenges, the team relies on its squad. Information on player availability can be found on our injuries page. With a stable output from set pieces, Mjallby has a tool that can help them improve their league position during the final rounds.
