Häcken fell 4‑2 to Djurgården in a nerve‑wracking derby at Nordic Wellness Arena on July 3, 2026

Häcken were beaten 4‑2 by Djurgården on the Swedes' home ground. Despite an early goal from Oskar Fallenius, the home side could not stop four goals. The match featured big saves, missed chances and a red‑card incident at the end.

What happened during the match?

After a dominant first half for Djurgården, leading 3‑0 after just 20 minutes, Häcken saw a glimmer of hope when Bamir Sadiku came on and reduced the deficit to 2‑3. However, Nino Zugelj struck from a corner to make the final 4‑2 scoreline. Both Andreas Linde and Jacob Rinne made several spectacular saves, but their teams also missed several good opportunities. Kristian Lien became the match hero for Djurgården, netting two goals, one from a corner.

Why does the result matter for Häcken?

The outcome highlights weaknesses in Häcken’s defensive play, something coach Jens Gustafsson pointed out after the game. He said the squad must improve its defensive organization ahead of upcoming fixtures. The poor showing also hit the team’s morale – 18‑year‑old Harry Hilvenius expressed great disappointment that the side conceded four goals, especially from set‑pieces.

What does this mean for the season?

Despite the loss, Häcken still sit top of the Allsvenskan with 64 points, two points ahead of Hammarby FF, according to the latest data. The club has scored 86 goals and conceded only 17, giving an impressive +69 goal difference. Top scorer is Gustav Lindgren with five goals in eleven appearances. However, E. Berisha and L. Vaisanen are currently sidelined, limiting the squad’s attacking and midfield options.

What are Häcken’s next steps?

Coach Gustafsson promised to focus on defensive routines during the upcoming training week. Players will also review individual mistakes, especially on corners, to avoid similar situations. With strong offensive numbers and a solid points tally, expectations are high for the next match, where Häcken hopes to regain control and confidence.

Starting lineup and formation

Häcken (4‑2‑3‑1): Andreas Linde – Adam Lundqvist, Harry Hilvenius, Filip Helander, Brice Wembangomo – Abdoulaye Doumbia, Mikkel Rygaard – Julius Lindberg, Adrian Svanbäck, Pontus Dahbo – Gustav Lindgren.

Djurgården (4‑2‑3‑1): Jacob Rinne – Piotr Johansson, Miro Tenho, Jacob Une, Max Larsson – Matias Siltanen, Hampus Finndell – Patric Åslund, Bo Hegland, Oskar Fallenius – Kristian Lien.