AIK end Häcken's winning streak in dramatic stoppage time
AIK ended Häcken's winning streak with a 2-1 victory at Skytteholms IP after an exciting match decided in stoppage time. Linda Sembrant became the match winner when she headed in the 2-1 goal in the 97th minute. AIK are now third in the table with 14 points after seven rounds, while Häcken are in second place with 18 points.
What happened in the match?
The match was even for a long time, but AIK took the lead in the 59th minute through Ellie Junetoft's first goal in Damallsvenskan. Häcken equalized in stoppage time through a penalty by Felicia Schröder. But in the 97th minute, Häcken goalkeeper Fanney Birkisdóttir failed to catch a cross, allowing Linda Sembrant to head in the 2-1 winner.
Why was this an important win for AIK?
The win was important for AIK, who are now third in the table with 14 points after seven rounds. Häcken had won all six of their opening matches before facing AIK. AIK have now scored 4 goals and conceded 3 in the season, giving them a goal difference of +1. AIK are three points behind league leaders IF Elfsborg.
What's next for AIK?
AIK will face Djurgårdens IF away on August 16, 2026. Djurgården are in fourth place in the table. AIK have 4 points from two matches, with one win, one draw, and no losses. AIK also have several injured players, including Andreas Redkin, Eskil Edh, Ibrahim Cissé, Martin Ellingsen, and Stanley Wilson.
