Division 1 Norrland, women 2018
Sunnanå SK - Notvikens IK (0 - 0)
Match in Division 1 Norrland, women 2018
Match start: 2018-08-18 at 14:00
Venue: Electrolux Home Arena
Attendance: 201
Match Report:
It was a sunny Saturday afternoon when Sunnanå SK and Notvikens IK faced off at Electrolux Home Arena in front of an audience of 201 people. Referee Anja Collén was assisted by Dilan Mangitukulu and Alvin Gustafsson.
The match started with an even contest where both teams displayed solid defensive skills. Sunnanå SK created several dangerous chances in the first half, but Notvikens IK’s defense held firm and thwarted every attempt at a goal.
In the 41st minute, Sunnanå SK made their first substitution as Caisa Norlund entered the field in place of Caroline Loman. The substitution did not yield immediate results, and the half ended goalless.
After the break, the game continued in the same vein. Both teams fought hard to break the deadlock, but the defensive performances remained at a high level. Notvikens IK took the initiative and made their first substitution in the 64th minute when Emma Rierstam replaced Marika Bäck.
Sunnanå SK also wanted to change the momentum of the match and made three substitutions at the same time. Sofia Lindmark, Lova Andersson, and Villemo Dahlqvist left the field to make way for fresh legs. The new lineup continued to press for a decisive goal, but Notvikens IK’s defense stood strong.
Despite several hot goal chances, neither team managed to score. In the 78th minute, Notvikens IK made their second substitution as Linn Eriksson replaced Moa Blomquist. This change also did not have a decisive effect, and the match remained scoreless.
The referee finally blew the whistle to end the match, and Sunnanå SK and Notvikens IK had to settle for a shared point. Despite the lack of goals, it was a well-played match where both teams showcased good performances on both the offensive and defensive ends.
After the match, it remained to be seen which team would take away the most positive insights for the upcoming games. Sunnanå SK and Notvikens IK now need to regroup and continue their quest for three points in Division 1 Norrland.
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)