Division 1 Norrland, women 2017
Sunnanå SK - IFK Östersund (2 - 1)
Match in Division 1 Norrland, women 2017
Match start: 2017-09-09 at 15:00
Venue: Electrolux Home Arena
Attendance: 168
It was an intense match between Sunnanå SK and IFK Östersund at the Electrolux Home Arena in Division 1 Norrland for women. With an audience of 168, it was clear that the fans had high expectations for the home team. The situation before the match was also favorable for Sunnanå SK as they were in third place in the standings, while IFK Östersund was in eighth place.
However, IFK Östersund got off to a strong start, and just four minutes into the match, they took the lead with a goal from Femke Golverdingen. The home team struggled to win the ball and create chances, but IFK Östersund kept them at bay.
It wasn't until 31 minutes into the match that Sunnanå SK had their first opportunity to equalize. Perpetua Ijeoma Nkwocha scored from a free kick that found the back of the net, leveling the score at 1-1. The energy on the field increased as the home team realized they still had a chance to win.
With only ten minutes left in the match, Bupe Olufunmilola Okeowo, number three for Sunnanå SK, scored an impressive goal from a pass by Caisa Norlund. IFK Östersund fought until the end to find an equalizer, but the home team’s defense was strong, and the final score was 2-1 in favor of Sunnanå SK.
After the match, Sunnanå SK remained in third place in the standings. IFK Östersund, on the other hand, found themselves second to last in the table, which was certainly a setback for the team. Referee Anja Collén, assisted by Ville Hedsberg and Elin Lundgren, officiated the match effectively, and the conduct on the field was appropriate throughout the game. It was a fantastic match by both teams, and it was a joy to see them play at the Electrolux Home Arena.
GK = Goalkeeper, D = Defender, M = Midfielder, F = Forward, C = Captain, Off = Substituted off, In = Substituted in, YC = Booked (Yellow card), RC = Sent off (Red card)