Allsvenskan 2020
Djurgården - Helsingborgs IF (2 - 2)
Match in Allsvenskan 2020
Match start: 2020-07-06 at 19:00
Venue: Tele2 Arena
Match Report: Djurgården - Helsingborgs IF 2-2
It was an exciting and entertaining match as Djurgården hosted Helsingborgs IF at Tele2 Arena in Allsvenskan. Although there were no fans in the stands due to COVID-19, we witnessed a match where both teams delivered a high tempo and thrilling duels.
The match started strongly for the home team, Djurgården. Just nine minutes in, they took the lead through Kalle Holmberg, who finished nicely after a great assist from Emir Kujovic. Djurgården continued to dominate the match and created several dangerous chances but failed to extend their lead.
After fourteen minutes, Djurgården received their first yellow card of the match when Jesper Karlström committed a tough tackle. Nevertheless, Djurgården kept pressing, and in the 23rd minute, Fredrik Ulvestad scored 2-0 from the penalty spot, marking his fourth goal of the season.
However, Helsingborgs IF displayed great fighting spirit and did not give up. In the 31st minute, they reduced the deficit through Max Svensson, who finished well after a pass from Anthony van den Hurk. The score held until halftime, giving Helsingborgs IF some hope for the second half.
At halftime, Helsingborgs IF opted to make a substitution. Anders Degn Randrup came on for Erik Figueroa to provide the team with more creativity and offensive power. Despite this, it was Djurgården who started stronger again in the second half, creating several dangerous opportunities.
In the 65th minute, however, it was Helsingborgs IF's turn to score when Armin Gigovic equalized to 2-2 after a nice pass from Alex Timossi Andersson. The goal was celebrated joyously by the players and their coach, Olof Mellberg, resulting in Mellberg receiving a caution.
Following the goal, the match remained even, with both teams creating several threatening chances. Despite multiple substitutions and a hectic finish, neither team could decide the match, and the result held until the final whistle.
After the match, it was clear that Djurgården remained in tenth place in the table, while Helsingborgs IF still occupied the bottom spot. Nonetheless, both teams could be satisfied with their performance and a point from today's match.
Referee Bojan Pandzic and assistant referees Peter Allheim and Mikael Hallin officiated the match well and helped maintain a good atmosphere on the field, even without spectators in the stands.
In summary, it was an exciting match between Djurgården and Helsingborgs IF, which ended 2-2. Both teams provided entertaining football and showed that they have the potential to develop and climb the table.