What happened in the Häcken‑Djurgårdens derby?

BK Häcken faced Djurgårdens IF at Bravida Arena on July 5 2026 in a match that ended 2‑1 for the home side. Despite the win, Häcken drew criticism for defensive lapses, especially around goalkeeper Jacob Rinne who received a rating of 3. Rinne missed a chance to save the first goal but later made several fine saves as Djurgården pushed back.

Which players earned the highest ratings?

Midfielder Bo Hegland topped the list with a rating of 4. His knack for finding spaces and driving tempo in transitions made him a constant headache for opponents. Up front, Max Larsson provided an assist to Kristian Liens’ goal, but his defensive work only earned a rating of 2. Patric Åslund also received 2 after creating several scoring chances for Djurgården.

Why is the defense an issue?

Two of Häcken’s defenders, Miro Tenho and Jacob Une Larsson, both received ratings of 2. Tenho picked up an early yellow card and played cautiously thereafter, while Une Larsson delivered a steady performance without any standout moments. Both lacked the presence needed to dominate at the top of Allsvenskan. Piotr Johansson earned a 3 and has begun to contribute more offensively, yet his defensive duties still weighed heavily on the team.

What does this mean for Häcken moving forward?

The result gives Häcken three points in the table, but defensive weaknesses could prove costly in upcoming fixtures. Currently, Häcken sits first in Damallsvenskan with 64 points, 21 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses from 26 games, boasting a +69 goal difference (86 scored, 17 conceded). While this reflects the women’s side, it highlights the club’s strong culture. On the men’s side, the team is two points ahead of Hammarby FF at the top. Injuries to Ben Engdahl, Filip Ohman and Leo Väisänen continue to limit squad depth, making every defensive flaw more apparent. The coach now needs to find a balance between maintaining attacking firepower and shoring up the back line before the next clash with AIK.

What can we expect in the next match?

If Häcken can improve the partnership between Rinne and the defenders, there are good chances to hold onto their league lead. Hampus Finndell earned a rating of 3 and has shown himself to be a key midfielder, so his continued development could be decisive. With a potent attack but a vulnerable defense, the next game will test the team’s ability to adapt under pressure.