Allsvenskan 2020
AIK - IFK Göteborg (2 - 0)
Match in Allsvenskan 2020
Match start: 2020-10-18 at 17:30
Venue: Nationalarenan, Friends Arena
AIK faced IFK Göteborg in an exciting Allsvenskan match on Sunday afternoon. The match took place at the National Arena, Friends Arena, and unfortunately, the attendance was zero due to restrictions. The referee for the day was Mohammed Al-Hakim, assisted by Fredrik Klyver and Mikael Hallin.
AIK entered the match in strong form, having won three consecutive games. Just four minutes into the match, they took the lead through Filip Rogic. The goal was somewhat unusual as it came from a header, with Sebastian Larsson providing the assist, giving AIK an early lead of 1-0.
IFK Göteborg immediately found themselves in trouble as Mattias Bjärsmyr received a yellow card in the 13th minute. Nevertheless, the team attempted to equalize and create scoring opportunities. Despite their efforts, AIK's defense held firm.
In the 28th minute, AIK made their first substitution, bringing Robert Lundström onto the field in place of Mikael Lustig. The substitution did not disrupt AIK’s play, and the team continued to dominate the match.
Towards the end of the first half, AIK also received a warning when Filip Rogic picked up a yellow card. However, AIK managed to maintain their grip on the match and went into halftime with a 1-0 lead.
In the 61st minute, AIK doubled their lead. Henok Goitom scored the goal, marking his sixth of the season, with Eric Kahl providing the assist, making it 2-0 for AIK.
IFK Göteborg made a substitution in the 66th minute, bringing on Alexander Farnerud for Jakob Olsson Johansson. The team tried to find a way back into the match, but AIK’s defense made it difficult for them.
AIK made another substitution in the 71st minute when Erick Ouma Otieno replaced Erik Ring. The substitutions helped AIK maintain their advantage on the field.
IFK Göteborg made a triple substitution in the 76th minute. Robin Söder came on for Mattias Bjärsmyr, Emil Holm replaced Pontus Wernbloom, and André Calisir entered for Yahya Kalley. However, despite the multiple changes, IFK Göteborg could not create any scoring chances and remained down 2-0.
The match concluded with several cautions in the closing stages. Erick Ouma Otieno received a yellow card in the 87th minute, while Tobias Sana from IFK Göteborg was cautioned in the 89th minute. August Erlingmark from IFK Göteborg also picked up a yellow card during stoppage time.
AIK finished the match with a substitution in the fifth minute of injury time, as Kolbeinn Sigþórsson came on for Paulos Abraham. With that, AIK was able to hold onto their 2-0 lead and secure yet another victory.
AIK once again demonstrated their strong form, achieving their fourth consecutive win in the Allsvenskan. IFK Göteborg put up a brave effort but could not match AIK's efficient play. The final result was 2-0 in favor of AIK.