In an entertaining International Club Friendly at Naesby Stadium on July 18, 2026, the home side Naesby edged past Danish third-tier opponents Skive IK with a 4-2 victory. The match served as a key pre-season test for both clubs, with Naesby’s attacking firepower proving decisive.

Match Summary

The hosts started brightly and took the lead inside 10 minutes through Mikkel Andersen, who latched onto a through ball and slotted past the goalkeeper. Skive responded well and equalised in the 22nd minute when Simon Kristensen headed home from a corner. However, Naesby regained the advantage before half-time when Rasmus Jensen scored with a low drive from the edge of the box.

The second half saw Naesby take control. Striker Patrick Møller made it 3-1 in the 55th minute with a clinical finish after a defensive error. Skive pulled one back through Lucas Thomsen in the 70th minute, but any hopes of a comeback were dashed when Naesby’s substitute Mathias Dahl scored a solo goal in the 82nd minute, dribbling past two defenders and firing home.

Team Performances

Naesby fielded a mix of first-team regulars and trialists, with head coach Thomas Nielsen using the fixture to assess fitness levels. The midfield trio of Andersen, Jensen, and Dahl stood out for their energy and creativity. Skive, meanwhile, showed promise in attack but struggled to contain Naesby’s rapid transitions.

Attendance: 412 spectators braved the mild evening weather to watch the friendly, which was played at a competitive intensity throughout.

What It Means

The result continues Naesby’s unbeaten run in pre-season friendlies, while Skive will look to tighten their defence ahead of their league campaign. Both teams now have a week to prepare before their next warm-up fixtures.