Welcome to the live Allsvenskan table, automatically updated throughout the season. This page serves fans, analysts and bettors who need reliable, up-to-the-minute standings for Sweden’s top football division. Our data is verified and we maintain strict editorial standards – see our editorial policy and corrections policy for details.
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How to read the Allsvenskan table
The table shows each team’s position (Pos), matches played (P), wins (W), draws (D), losses (L), goals for (GF), goals against (GA), goal difference (GD) and points (Pts). Teams are ranked first by points, then by goal difference, then by goals scored. If still tied, head-to-head record is considered. Exact tiebreaking rules are set by the Swedish Football Association.
Format
Allsvenskan consists of 16 teams playing a double round-robin (30 matches per team). The season runs from April to November, following a spring-autumn calendar. There are no split phases or championship playoffs; the league table after 30 rounds determines the champion and all other positions.
Promotion, relegation & qualification
The bottom two teams are relegated directly to Superettan. The 14th-placed team enters a relegation play-off against the third-placed team from Superettan. At the top, the champion qualifies for the UEFA Champions League qualifying rounds. The runners-up and third-placed team, along with the Swedish Cup winner, earn spots in UEFA Europa League or Conference League qualifying, depending on Sweden’s coefficient.
What to watch in the table
- Title race: Traditional powers like Malmö FF, AIK, and IFK Göteborg often battle for the championship, but surprise contenders can emerge.
- European qualification: The battle for second and third place – and the cup winner’s effect on league spots – keeps the top half competitive.
- Relegation scrap: Two direct relegation places and a play-off spot create intense drama at the bottom, often going down to the final round.
- Mid-table consolidation: Clubs with no threat of relegation or hope of Europe still aim for their best possible finish and prize money.
- Form streaks: The table reveals which teams are surging or slumping, especially during the compact summer schedule.
Frequently asked questions
How often is the Allsvenskan table updated?
Our table updates automatically as soon as match results are confirmed by official sources. During matchdays, updates typically occur within minutes of the final whistle.
How many teams are in Allsvenskan?
Allsvenskan has 16 teams. Each team plays 30 matches in a season, facing every other opponent twice (home and away).
Who gets relegated from Allsvenskan?
The two lowest-placed teams at the end of the season are relegated to Superettan. The 14th-placed team plays a two-legged relegation play-off against the third-placed team from Superettan.
What do the abbreviations in the table mean?
Pos = position; P = matches played; W = wins; D = draws; L = losses; GF = goals for; GA = goals against; GD = goal difference; Pts = points. A win earns 3 points, a draw 1 point, a loss 0 points.
How are ties broken in the Allsvenskan standings?
If two or more teams have the same points, the following criteria are applied in order: goal difference, goals scored, head-to-head points, head-to-head goal difference, head-to-head away goals, and then a fair play ranking. The Swedish Football Association may also use a play-off if necessary.
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