Nigerian striker Stanley Iheanacho scored twice as FC Midtjylland beat Brondby 4-1 in the Danish Superliga on Monday, September 14, 2026.
The match was played at the MCH Arena in Herning and kicked off at 6:00 PM WAT. The 21-year-old forward led the home attack in a result that gave Midtjylland their first win at home against Brondby in over two years.
Midtjylland started strong when captain Rasmus Nissen Kristensen scored the opening goal after just 45 seconds. The lead was doubled in the 23rd minute when Cho Gue-sung set up Stanley Iheanacho, and the Nigerian responded with a precise finish past Patrick Pentz.
Brondby improved after halftime and pulled one back through Max Ejdum, but the home side restored control. Cho Gue-sung added a third and Magnus Jensen curled in a late fourth to seal the 4-1 final scoreline.
The result moved Midtjylland into second spot in the Superliga standings. The club remains unbeaten after eight rounds with 18 points, three points behind leaders FC Copenhagen.
Iheanacho's brace continues a strong return to the club. His return to FC Midtjylland is beginning to pay off, with the Nigerian forward scoring twice in the win over Brondby.
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