Midtjylland edged out Silkeborg in a win on Monday, 1x4, relating to matchweek 16 of the Denmark League. Coming into the contest, Kent Nielsen's team came from a draw, and Thomas Thomasberg's team came from four wins. Franculino Djú was the man of the match.
Sverrir Ingason opened the score with 19 minutes on the clock. After 32 minutes, Silkeborg saw Alexander Lind get a straight red card shortly before the interval, Stefán Thórdarson fired home for Kent Nielsen's team.
In the 51st minute, Franculino Djú fired home Midtjylland second goal. After 65 minutes, Henrik Dalsgaard doubled the lead for Thomas Thomasberg's team. With 73 minutes on the clock, Franculino Djú wrapped things up.
After the result Midtjylland are 2nd in the table, with 33 points, while Silkeborg sit 4th place, with 27 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Thomas Thomasberg's team will host Viborg, whilst Kent Nielsen's team will play away against Lyngby BK.
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Stefán Thórdarson 45' | Sverrir Ingason 19' Franculino Djú 51' 73' Henrik Dalsgaard 65' |