AIK face Hammarby in a new chapter of the Stockholm derby in the Allsvenskan, a match that always carries extra significance. The teams' recent meetings have been close, with AIK emerging victorious in the latest encounter at Tele2 Arena in May. This statistics and more were originally reported by BBC Sport.
What is the current form of both teams?
AIK enter the match from a stable period. They sit in sixth place in the Allsvenskan with 28 points from 17 matches, according to our standings page. Their record shows eight wins, four draws, and five losses. The team's recent form is WWLDW, which includes an impressive 3-1 victory over rivals Djurgården. They do have some absentee issues to manage, with players like Andreas Redkin, Axel Kouame, and Martin Ellingsen among those currently sidelined on our injuries list.
Hammarby have been one of the league's most consistent sides and hold second place with 36 points. They remain 14 points behind leaders Sirius, making every point crucial in the title chase. Bajen are coming off a 0-1 loss to Raków Częstochowa in the UEFA Conference League, but in the Allsvenskan they have performed strongly with wins like 4-0 against Kalmar and 3-0 against Häcken.
What does the head-to-head history say?
The recent clashes between the clubs have been tight and unpredictable. In May this year, AIK won 2-1 away at Tele2 Arena, an important result. In the autumn of 2025, Hammarby turned the tables and won 2-1 at the same ground. Another meeting, in May 2025 at Friends Arena, ended goalless, 0-0. This shows an even history where home advantage is not always decisive.
Both teams also come with confidence from the Svenska Cupen, where AIK beat Piteå 3-0 and Hammarby defeated Stockholm Inter by the same scoreline. In the league, AIK have shown offensive capability with 25 goals scored, but also a defence that has conceded the same amount, resulting in a zero goal difference. You can follow more detailed team statistics on our stats page.
What are the keys to success for AIK?
For AIK, it's about leveraging their home strength and finding balance in a squad missing several key players. Others in the team must step up with the experience of Redkin and Ellingsen absent. The team's attack has functioned, as shown in wins against Örgryte (4-3) and Djurgården, but the defence must stand firm against a Hammarby side known for its offensive play.
The next league match is against IFK Goteborg at home on October 18th, a meeting with a team currently in twelfth place. Before that, the focus is entirely on the derby against Hammarby. A victory here would not only provide three important points but also a significant morale boost ahead of the final phase of the season.
