Division 2 Nordöstra Götaland, women 2023
IF Eksjö Fotboll - Nittorps IK (1 - 1)
Match in Division 2 Nordöstra Götaland, women 2023
Match start: 2023-06-15 at 19:30
Venue: Ränneborg, Eksjö
Attendance: 98
IF Eksjö Fotboll welcomed Nittorps IK at Ränneborg for a Division 2 Nordöstra Götaland match. Despite the teams' positions in the table before the match, a tough contest with many exciting duels was expected.
The match kicked off with nerves and pressure from both sides. After a few minutes, IF Eksjö Fotboll launched a dangerous attack that led to a corner. The cross found Lina Comstedt Sjöstrand, who, unmarked, headed in the opening goal in the 18th minute.
Nittorps IK tried to apply pressure on Eksjö, but the home team defended well and kept them at bay. Just before halftime, Nittorps earned a free kick on the right flank. Julia Andersson struck and sent the ball into the top corner, giving the visitors a much-needed equalizer in the 43rd minute.
The second half was even, with few scoring chances. Both teams appeared tired and struggled to create anything meaningful. After sustained pressure from Nittorps towards the end of the match, Kajsa Nässén received a yellow card for a late tackle on one of the guests in the second half.
After 90 minutes, the match ended 1-1, and both teams earned a point. IF Eksjö Fotboll had a standout performance from goalkeeper Lovisa Lundgren, who made several crucial saves. Nittorps IK fought hard and managed to equalize just before halftime. This was a match that showcased both teams' fighting spirit and passion for soccer.
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)