Djurgarden secured their top flight status earlier this month and will now have to plan next season without their captain from 2009. Markus Johannesson announced that he will be quitting at the end of the 2009 season after the troubled year Djurgarden had.
Johannesson had been with the Stockholm clu since 2004 having previously played for Orgryte.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Gefle sign Tanzanian
Gefle have made their fist steps towards planning for next season after signing Tanzanian Haruna Moshi. Moshi also known as "Boban" will become Gefle's 1st winter signing after a season that finish disappointingly for the northern side.
Moshi signed from Simba FC will replace DR Congo international Yannick Bapupa, who left to sign for Kalmar.
Moshi was also wanted by Kalmar but the 2008 champions withdrew their interest so he chose Gefle. Gefle will hope he becomes a key player next season.
Moshi signed from Simba FC will replace DR Congo international Yannick Bapupa, who left to sign for Kalmar.
Moshi was also wanted by Kalmar but the 2008 champions withdrew their interest so he chose Gefle. Gefle will hope he becomes a key player next season.
Daniel Örlund leaves AIK
AIK no.1 this year Daniel Orlund has left the Swedish champions. Orlund who became AIK's no.1 this year after Tomi Maanoja broke his leg in pre-season last spring has signed for Norway's Champions Rosenborg.
Daniel Orlund has decided to swap Champions Legaue contendors after Rosenborg ran away with the Tippeligaen title this year. The Swede was in Norway in 2008 with Fredrikstad but has now returned and is happy to play abroad.
AIK will be hoping Tomi Maanoja returns for next season's title defense in fine form. Orlund has penned a deal until 2012. Orludn was also a key player in AIK's title march.
Daniel Orlund has decided to swap Champions Legaue contendors after Rosenborg ran away with the Tippeligaen title this year. The Swede was in Norway in 2008 with Fredrikstad but has now returned and is happy to play abroad.
AIK will be hoping Tomi Maanoja returns for next season's title defense in fine form. Orlund has penned a deal until 2012. Orludn was also a key player in AIK's title march.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Örebro not following South American example
With the season over for another year all sixteen teams in next year's Allsvenskan are planning their moves in the transfer market. Most clubs will be looking to bring in imports from all over the world with South America the prime target. The leagues sees some good South American talent with the likes of Iván Óbolo, Wanderson and Wilton Figueiredo.
But one club that may not be breaking the bank on South American's are Orebro. The club who finished a respectable 6th in 2009. The club dosen't have a tradition of splashing out on Brazilians or Argentinian, instead they focus on the talent arround them and in other Nordic countries.
The club targets the Finnish market with the Finnish Veikausliiga the prime target. Last winter Orebro signed Tommy Wirtanen from IFK Mariehamn which proved a good buy for the first half of the season. This winter the club are on the look out again.
Back in the summer Brazilain Adriano Munoz signed but was signed from Tromso which didn;t cost to much. The club will be looking to give their young players comming through a chance as well. 2009 saw Erik Nilsson and Marcs Astvald among others star for the side.
It is well noting that Roni Porokara is Finnish and was signed in 2007 from FC Honka and has since become a star in the league promting interest from abroad. Also the boss Sixten Bostrom is Finnish as well which will help the recruitment of talent across the Baltic.
But one club that may not be breaking the bank on South American's are Orebro. The club who finished a respectable 6th in 2009. The club dosen't have a tradition of splashing out on Brazilians or Argentinian, instead they focus on the talent arround them and in other Nordic countries.
The club targets the Finnish market with the Finnish Veikausliiga the prime target. Last winter Orebro signed Tommy Wirtanen from IFK Mariehamn which proved a good buy for the first half of the season. This winter the club are on the look out again.
Back in the summer Brazilain Adriano Munoz signed but was signed from Tromso which didn;t cost to much. The club will be looking to give their young players comming through a chance as well. 2009 saw Erik Nilsson and Marcs Astvald among others star for the side.
It is well noting that Roni Porokara is Finnish and was signed in 2007 from FC Honka and has since become a star in the league promting interest from abroad. Also the boss Sixten Bostrom is Finnish as well which will help the recruitment of talent across the Baltic.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Martin Hansson blunder
Swedish Referee Martin Hansson was at the the heart of the action during France's 1-1 draw with the Republic of Ireland last night. The Allsvenskan referee failed to spot Thierry Henry's blatent handball in the lead up to the French equiliser which was slotted home by William Gallas.
Hansson failed to spot the incident and there have been calls for him to be axed from the finals of next year's World Cup.
The game was forced into extra-time when Ireland failed to get that 2nd goal that would've put them through. A Robbie Keane strike on 40 minutes cancelled out the goal France scored last Saturday. Hansson had spotted some handballs by Keane throughout the game but in the lead up to the French goal he and his assistant failed to spot the Thierry Henry handball. Hansson's assistant on the far side has also come to the centre of the controversy as Sky Sports news showed a vitual view of the incident from his position.
Hansson failed to spot the incident and there have been calls for him to be axed from the finals of next year's World Cup.
The game was forced into extra-time when Ireland failed to get that 2nd goal that would've put them through. A Robbie Keane strike on 40 minutes cancelled out the goal France scored last Saturday. Hansson had spotted some handballs by Keane throughout the game but in the lead up to the French goal he and his assistant failed to spot the Thierry Henry handball. Hansson's assistant on the far side has also come to the centre of the controversy as Sky Sports news showed a vitual view of the incident from his position.
Italy 1-0 Sweden 18th November 2009
World Champions Italy recorded a narrow 1-0 success over Sweden last night. The game which Erik Hamrén was looking at his players for the first time was decided by a Giorgio Chiellini goal on 28 minutes. With Sweden out of contention for the World Cup next summer leaves Erik Hamrén with a full year to get the right team for Euro 2012 qualifiers next September. Zlatan Ibrahimovic also went back injured.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Sweden prepare for Wednesday Test
Erik Hamrén takes charge of Sweden for the first time tomorrow night with a trip to World Champions Italy. The Italians have qualified for the World cup next year having beaten the Republic of Ireland to top spot in Group 8. On the back of a 0-0 draw with Holland an Saturday, the Italians continue their preparations tomorrow night.
Sweden missed out on qualification and are looking to build a team for the Euro 2012 qualifiers next autumn. Erik Hamrén will have a look at his players in a match for the first time tomorrow and will know plenty of work will need to be done between now and September 2010.
The new era begins without Henrik Larsson of course who has retired while the future looks bright after the acheivments of the U-21 side in the summer. Players such as Rasmus Elm, Marcus Berg and Emir Bajrami offer hope for the future.
Tomorrow night at 20:50 CET Italy face Sweden.
Sweden missed out on qualification and are looking to build a team for the Euro 2012 qualifiers next autumn. Erik Hamrén will have a look at his players in a match for the first time tomorrow and will know plenty of work will need to be done between now and September 2010.
The new era begins without Henrik Larsson of course who has retired while the future looks bright after the acheivments of the U-21 side in the summer. Players such as Rasmus Elm, Marcus Berg and Emir Bajrami offer hope for the future.
Tomorrow night at 20:50 CET Italy face Sweden.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Sweden U-21 5-1 Kazakhstan U-21 15th November 2009
The Swedes won by a healthy margin today at the Malmo Stadium as they hit Kazakhstan for five. Sweden go top of Group 6 in the qualifiers for the U-21 championships in 2011.
The real headline maker was Erton Fejzullahu. The former Mjallby striker now at NEC in Holland hit four in the game. Fejzullahu found the net on 32, 50, 56 and 67 minutes with Albin Ekdal getting the other goal on 60 minutes.
The visitors did get a goal through Dmitri Shomko in the final minute. The win leaves the Swedes top level with Montenegro but the Swedes do have a game in hand.
Sweden: Kristoffer Nordfeldt (g.k): Erik Lund, Michael Almeback, Jasmin Sudic, Martin Olsson, Guillermo Molins, Albin Ekdal, Sebastian Eriksson, Emir Bajrami, Rasmus Elm, Erton Fejzullahu subs: Viktor Norling (g.k), Emil Salmonsson, Niklas Backman, Pierre Bengtsson, Jiloan Hamad, Denni Avdic, Par Ericsson
Kazakhstan: Samat Otarbayev (g.k): Alexy Makarov, Talgat Adyrbekov, Dmitri Shomko, Maxim Semyonov, Zhambyl Kukeyev, Marat Shakhmetov, Ulan Konysbayev, Vitali Goloveshkin, Sabyrkhan Ibrayev, Vyacheslav Erbes subs: Azat Bitabarov, Grigoriy Dubkov, Serikzhan Muzhikov, Yerzat Kenbaev, Yevgeniy Chikrizov, Khassan Abdukarimov, Akzhol Serikzhanov
Venue: Malmo Stadium
Time: 17:00 CET
The real headline maker was Erton Fejzullahu. The former Mjallby striker now at NEC in Holland hit four in the game. Fejzullahu found the net on 32, 50, 56 and 67 minutes with Albin Ekdal getting the other goal on 60 minutes.
The visitors did get a goal through Dmitri Shomko in the final minute. The win leaves the Swedes top level with Montenegro but the Swedes do have a game in hand.
Sweden: Kristoffer Nordfeldt (g.k): Erik Lund, Michael Almeback, Jasmin Sudic, Martin Olsson, Guillermo Molins, Albin Ekdal, Sebastian Eriksson, Emir Bajrami, Rasmus Elm, Erton Fejzullahu subs: Viktor Norling (g.k), Emil Salmonsson, Niklas Backman, Pierre Bengtsson, Jiloan Hamad, Denni Avdic, Par Ericsson
Kazakhstan: Samat Otarbayev (g.k): Alexy Makarov, Talgat Adyrbekov, Dmitri Shomko, Maxim Semyonov, Zhambyl Kukeyev, Marat Shakhmetov, Ulan Konysbayev, Vitali Goloveshkin, Sabyrkhan Ibrayev, Vyacheslav Erbes subs: Azat Bitabarov, Grigoriy Dubkov, Serikzhan Muzhikov, Yerzat Kenbaev, Yevgeniy Chikrizov, Khassan Abdukarimov, Akzhol Serikzhanov
Venue: Malmo Stadium
Time: 17:00 CET
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Hamrén to take over national side
Rosenborg's title winning boss Erik Hamrén will take over the Swedish national team job. Hamrén was choosen after he guided Rosenborg to the Tippeligaen with ease this year.
Hamrén has agreed to stay on as Rosenborg boss until September 1st 2010 when he will take the Swedish job full-time.
Success:
Erik Hamrén has had success as a manager. He guided AaB Aallborg to the Danish Superliga title in 2007-08 before joining Rosenborg and guiding them to the Tippeligaen title in 2009. Hamrén has also managed AIK and Orgryte in the past.
Hamrén has agreed to stay on as Rosenborg boss until September 1st 2010 when he will take the Swedish job full-time.
Success:
Erik Hamrén has had success as a manager. He guided AaB Aallborg to the Danish Superliga title in 2007-08 before joining Rosenborg and guiding them to the Tippeligaen title in 2009. Hamrén has also managed AIK and Orgryte in the past.
Top Scorers 2009
2008 saw Patrik Ingelsten take the award as the league's top scorer this year however we have two. Both play in Goteborg with IFK and GAIS. Tobias Hysén and Wanderson. Both had fantastic seasons and both came up with 18 goals each for their efforts.
Daniel Larsson finsihed 3rd with his part in that amazing run by Malmo in which he ended up with 11 goals while Edward Ofere got 10. BK Hacken's season was fantastic and Jonas Henriksson ended the season as their top scorer with 10.
Daniel Larsson finsihed 3rd with his part in that amazing run by Malmo in which he ended up with 11 goals while Edward Ofere got 10. BK Hacken's season was fantastic and Jonas Henriksson ended the season as their top scorer with 10.
- Tobias Hysén & Wanderson 18 goals
- Daniel Larsson 11 goals
- Jonas Henriksson 10 goals
- Edward Ofere 10 goals
End of the Season
Well thats 2009 wrapped up and what a season it was. We saw a former giant relegated and another one escape by the skin of their teeth while AIK finally ended a barron decade with the title and cup double.
We had the national u-21 side make the semi-finals of the European Championships in June. The senior side failed to qualify for next year's world cup and Lars Lagerback finally stepped down as boss.
It wasn't just the Allsvenskan that had excitment as the Superettan threw up it's fair share with Mjallby and Atvidabergs both promoted after long periods out of the top tier.
Giant demise:
2009 saw three clubs that a couple of years ago you would bet on challenging for the title, in the relegation scrap. Orgryte, Hammarby and Djurgarden were genuine title outsiders five years to six years ago but all had disasterous years. Orgryte were promoted last year and ended up going back down while Hammarby had been challenging for Europe only last year, but the sale of key players meant they slipped down to the Superettan. Djurgarden struggled last year and again this year both times last gasp saves.
AIK:
AIK won the title from IFK Goteborg in the final game which was the title decider. Although not the most enertaining champions in recent years they did get the job done in tricky games. The goals of Argentine Iván Óbolo and later on from Brazilian Antonio Flávio helped AIK secure that title the fans had been waiting years to win again. Not only that but a week later they beat IFK Goteborg again in the Svenska Cupen final to secure the double.
We had the national u-21 side make the semi-finals of the European Championships in June. The senior side failed to qualify for next year's world cup and Lars Lagerback finally stepped down as boss.
It wasn't just the Allsvenskan that had excitment as the Superettan threw up it's fair share with Mjallby and Atvidabergs both promoted after long periods out of the top tier.
Giant demise:
2009 saw three clubs that a couple of years ago you would bet on challenging for the title, in the relegation scrap. Orgryte, Hammarby and Djurgarden were genuine title outsiders five years to six years ago but all had disasterous years. Orgryte were promoted last year and ended up going back down while Hammarby had been challenging for Europe only last year, but the sale of key players meant they slipped down to the Superettan. Djurgarden struggled last year and again this year both times last gasp saves.
AIK:
AIK won the title from IFK Goteborg in the final game which was the title decider. Although not the most enertaining champions in recent years they did get the job done in tricky games. The goals of Argentine Iván Óbolo and later on from Brazilian Antonio Flávio helped AIK secure that title the fans had been waiting years to win again. Not only that but a week later they beat IFK Goteborg again in the Svenska Cupen final to secure the double.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Djurgården 3-0 Assyriska 8th November 2009
Having been defeated 2-0 on Wednesday, Djurgarden needed a three goal victory to stay up. The first-half was goalless and it wasn't until Jan Tauer's 54 minute strike that gave Djurgarden a glimmer of hope. Six minutes later Djurgarden were level in the tie when Christer Youssef found the net.
Extra-time was needed to settle this tight match and it took right up to three minutes from a penalty shoot-out for the crucial goal to be scored. Mattias Jonsson made his mrk with the goal that keeps Djurgarden in the Allsvenskan for 2010 and keeps Assyriska in the Superettan.
Extra-time was needed to settle this tight match and it took right up to three minutes from a penalty shoot-out for the crucial goal to be scored. Mattias Jonsson made his mrk with the goal that keeps Djurgarden in the Allsvenskan for 2010 and keeps Assyriska in the Superettan.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Svenska Cupen Final
AIK completed their first ever double when they overcame IFK Goteborg 2-0 in the final on their own patch. Having beaten IFK to secure the title last weekend, AIK were looking for a repeat to cap a fantastic first season for coach Mikael Stahre.
The game itself had a South American feel to it as Iván Óbolo made it 1-0 from the rebound off Kim Christensen. Brazilian Antonio Flávio secured the cupen with a curling strike in added time. 2009 ends with the double in the trophy room for the capital club.
The game itself had a South American feel to it as Iván Óbolo made it 1-0 from the rebound off Kim Christensen. Brazilian Antonio Flávio secured the cupen with a curling strike in added time. 2009 ends with the double in the trophy room for the capital club.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Superettan Play-offs
The Superettan play-off concluded with a good few goals.
FC Trollhatten v Skovde AIK:
Having beaten Trollhatten 2-1, Skovde were looking to hold onto that lead but ended up with a massive defeat and their hopes of making it to the 2nd tier of Sweden dashed. Trollhatten ended with a 5-3 win. Trollhatten survived for another year. Skovde another year in the Division 1 Sodra.
Qviding v IK Brage:
Qviding are relegated after they were beaten at home by Borlange club IK Brage 1-0. The winner comming from Mattias Wiklof on 15 minutes which added to the 2-1 win at the weekend. IK Brage are in the Superettan next year.
FC Trollhatten v Skovde AIK:
Having beaten Trollhatten 2-1, Skovde were looking to hold onto that lead but ended up with a massive defeat and their hopes of making it to the 2nd tier of Sweden dashed. Trollhatten ended with a 5-3 win. Trollhatten survived for another year. Skovde another year in the Division 1 Sodra.
Qviding v IK Brage:
Qviding are relegated after they were beaten at home by Borlange club IK Brage 1-0. The winner comming from Mattias Wiklof on 15 minutes which added to the 2-1 win at the weekend. IK Brage are in the Superettan next year.
Assyriska 2-0 Djurgarden 4th November 2009
The first-leg ended with Djurgarden needing a 3-0 win or more on Sunday otherwise they will join relegated duo of Orgryte and Hammarby in the Superettan. Assyriska took the lead on 39 minutes through Dennis Ostlundh to the delight of the freezing fans.
The game played in the bitter cold took a warm turn as Assyriska made it 2-0 three minutes after half-time as Goran Marklund found the Djurgarden net. Djurgarden have a mountain to climb on Sunday.
The game played in the bitter cold took a warm turn as Assyriska made it 2-0 three minutes after half-time as Goran Marklund found the Djurgarden net. Djurgarden have a mountain to climb on Sunday.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Superettan Play-offs
The first legs of the relegation play-offs in the Superettan took place over the weekend. While AIK were winning the title namesakes Skovde AIK will need a 2-0 win or more tomorrow night if they are to reach the Superettan. FC Trollhatten beat Skovde 2-1 away which leaves them in a great position to keep their place.
The other tie saw Qviding go down 2-1 away to IK Brage. Qviding have work to do ahead of their 2nd leg on Thursday but do have that away goal which will help. IK Brage deserve credit having finished runners-up in the Divsion 1 norra this year to qualify for the play-offs.
The other tie saw Qviding go down 2-1 away to IK Brage. Qviding have work to do ahead of their 2nd leg on Thursday but do have that away goal which will help. IK Brage deserve credit having finished runners-up in the Divsion 1 norra this year to qualify for the play-offs.
Relegation-Promotion play-off tomorrow
The first leg of the relegation/promotion play-off for the Allsvenskan kicks off tomorrow between Assyriska and Djurgarden. Both sides eager to claim that final spot for next season will be going all out.
Away goals will be used as was the case last year when IF Brommapojkarna won promotion. Assyriska have the oppertunity to put Djurgarden down along with Hammarby and Orgryte by overcoming the 2002 and 2003 title winners over the two legs this week.
Djurgarden the oppertunity of a 2nd chance of avoiding the drop comes as a relief after seeing rivals Hammarby and Orgryte go down they will be aiming not to follow suit.
The first leg kicks-off tomorrow at 18:15 with Assyriska at home before the 2nd leg on Sunday 15:45.
Away goals will be used as was the case last year when IF Brommapojkarna won promotion. Assyriska have the oppertunity to put Djurgarden down along with Hammarby and Orgryte by overcoming the 2002 and 2003 title winners over the two legs this week.
Djurgarden the oppertunity of a 2nd chance of avoiding the drop comes as a relief after seeing rivals Hammarby and Orgryte go down they will be aiming not to follow suit.
The first leg kicks-off tomorrow at 18:15 with Assyriska at home before the 2nd leg on Sunday 15:45.
Attention on the Cup Final
New Allsvenskan champions AIK can cap 2009 off with a double of league and cup when they play IFK Goteborg. Having come from behind to beat IFK on Sunday to win the title for the first time since 1998 the two will meet again in the Cup Final this weekend. IFK will want revenge for losing the title by winning the cup they won last year.
AIK scored only 36 goals on their way to the Allsvenskan title so a few more will be needed if they are to win the double.
AIK scored only 36 goals on their way to the Allsvenskan title so a few more will be needed if they are to win the double.
Monday, November 2, 2009
IFK Göteborg 1-2 AIK 1st November 2009
The Chammpionship play-off if you like was a nervous display from both sides but it was AIK who emerged victorious on an afternoon that they ended their long wait for the title. Having a one point lead before play AIK knew at least a draw would secure that long-awaited title for the Stockholm giants. But if was IFK Goteborg who took the lead through veteran Thomas Olsson on 32 minutes. As it stood it was IFK who were going to the win the title. Ten minutes into the 2nd half it was level when Brazilian Antonio Flávio struck. Both sides made changes as time ran out and AIK took the lead with five minutes to play with captain Daniel Tjernstrom grabbed the goal that ultimately secured the title. AIK's first title since 1998 and after 12 years the black and yellow side of Stockholm are celebrating again.
Djurgarden 2-0 Kalmar 1st November 2009
Djurgarden secured the play-off spot after securing a 2-0 win over deposed champions Kalmar. Having flirted with relegation for the whole season Djurgarden at least have a 2nd chance to avoid the drop when they play Assyriska in the play-offs. Patrik Haginge gave the troubled side the lead on 27 minutes before their advantage was doubled on 56 minutes thanks to captain Markus Johannsson.
Gefle 2-2 Orgryte 1st November 2009
Orgryte were finally sentenced to relegation on a final day that did not go their way. Needing Djurgarden to lose and themselves to win to get into the play-off Orgryte were determined. It started well with Alvaro Santos giving them the lead on 15 minuets. Alexander Gerndt levelled matters on 28 minutes before he gave the hosts the lead ten minutes later.
Markus Gustafsson made it 2-2 for the visitors which was the last of the scoring action. The news filtered through that Djurgarden were victorious which sent Orgryte down regardless.
Markus Gustafsson made it 2-2 for the visitors which was the last of the scoring action. The news filtered through that Djurgarden were victorious which sent Orgryte down regardless.
Orebro 1-1 Trelleborgs 1st November 2009
A good season overall for both clubs as they stayed well clear of any trouble but Orebro, had they not suffered key defeats might well have qualified for the Europa League? Trelleborgs also had a push back in the summer but overall not a bad season. Marcus Astvald put Orebro in front on 67 minutes before Trelleborgs levelled the game up with a Peter Abelsson strike with five minutes to go.
Hammarby 0-1 BK Hacken 1st November 2009
2009 should be best forgotten for Hammarby. BK Hacken, 2009 will be seen as a massive success. They ended the season with a 1-0 win thanks to a 73rd minute strike from Vinicius, who had a great season. Hammarby will be preparing for next season's expected promotion push after this horrible season for the Bajen.
Elfsborg 1-0 Helsingborgs 1st November 2009
Elfsborg ended an overall disappointing season with a win over a Helsingborgs side that were totally disappointing this year. A game with nothing really at stake bar final positions for Helsingborgs unsurprisingly it took just one goal to settle matters. The goal came from James Keene on 73 minutes who could be on his way during the winter.
Halmstads 1-3 GAIS 1st November 2009
A really disappointing 2009 ended with yet another defeat for Halmstads after GAIS emerged victorious at the Orjans Vall. Englishman Calum Angus made it 1-0 on 18 minutes as GAIS took control. Halmstads fought back into the game on 39 minutes through Johnny Lundberg before Wanderson made it 2-1 to the visitors on 74 minutes. The Brazilian ensured that he finished as top scorer for 2009. There was still time left for GAIS to get a 3rd and Icelandic Hallgrímur Jónasson applied the touch for the victory.
Malmo 1-1 IF Brommapojkarna 1st November 2009
Malmo ended the 2009 season with a disappointing 1-1 draw at home to IF Brommapojkarna. Having gone on that fine run of form things have turned for Malmo who looked on course for a win when Edward Ofere made it 1-0 on 69 minutes. But IF Brommapojkarna were determined to get at least a point and they got it when Nabil Bahoui levelled on 85 minutes.
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