Häcken delivered an impressive 6-0 victory over newcomers Eskilstuna and strengthened their title challenge. In the 13th minute, right‑back Nesin Akgün opened the scoring with her first goal for the club, and the team continued to dominate throughout the match.
How did the game unfold?
Häcken took an early lead and kept up an attacking pressure that resulted in three goals in three minutes during the second half. Midfielder Anna Anvegård contributed goals in both halves before being substituted in the 71st minute. Monica Jusu Bah, Tabitha Michelle Tindell and Thelma Karen Palmadottir also added their names to the scoresheet, while goalkeeper Jennifer Falk kept a clean sheet.
What does the win mean for the title race?
The victory places Häcken just one point behind Hammarby at the top of the Damallsvenskan, with one match left before the second half of the season. The team now boasts five different goal scorers, showing offensive depth after Felicia's departure. The coach also tweaked the press, making it hard for Eskilstuna to recover.
What are the next steps?
Häcken has a crucial away fixture against Malmö FF on 2026-10-18, which could be decisive for the championship outcome. At the same time, two players are currently sidelined - Ben Engdahl and Filip Ohman - giving the coach additional selection challenges.
What do the players say?
After the match, Akgün expressed joy over her first goal: “It was amazing, I’ve been waiting for this, it’s an incredible feeling to score.” Anvegård highlighted the spread of goals: “We have five different scorers, it’s good to show that many of us can find the net.”
