Match report
On Friday 31 October 1986, IFK Göteborg hosted Halmstads BK in a friendly at Gamla Ullevi. IFK Göteborg lost 0–3. Conditions were drizzle, with a recorded temperature of 7°C.
This was the 77th recorded meeting between the clubs; IFK Göteborg's record against Halmstads BK stood at 46 wins, 16 draws, and 15 defeats.