Analysis The numbers behind the result
Nordsjaelland's early blitz and shot volume overwhelm Gais
FC Nordsjaelland's 6-0 victory was a fair reflection of their dominance, with a 21-shot barrage (10 on target) dwarfing Gais' meagre 10 attempts (2 on target). The hosts struck decisively early, with Runar Norheim's 11th-minute opener and Oskar Agren's 14th-minute own goal setting the tone. Despite only 56% possession, Nordsjaelland's aggressive approach yielded 15 shots inside the box, with Norheim (11', 59') and Hjalte Rasmussen (36') capitalising before late goals from Prince Amoako (63') and Nicklas Rojkjaer (81') compounded Gais' misery.
Gais' defensive frailty was exposed, managing just 5 blocked shots and conceding twice from set-pieces. Their 44% possession lacked penetration, with only 6 shots inside the box and 4 offsides highlighting their disjointed attack. Nordsjaelland's efficiency in transition was key, with 90% pass accuracy (473/526) enabling rapid counters. The decisive stat: Nordsjaelland's 21 total shots to Gais' 10 – a relentless output that overwhelmed the visitors.

