Rosengård’s season in danger as defeat deepens
Rosengård, the reigning champions of the Damallsvenskan, find themselves in a troubling spiral after a 2-5 home defeat to Brommapojkarna. The loss extends a six-match losing streak and marks nine consecutive games without a win, dramatically altering the early shape of the campaign. Once the benchmark in Swedish women’s football, Rosengård now sit perilously close to the relegation playoff line, a stark reversal of last season’s dominance.
The opening minutes offered little comfort for the home side. Brommapojkarna struck first when a well-timed finish by Louise Lillback found the back of the net in the 14th minute. Just eight minutes later, Lillback again posed trouble for Rosengård, as Frida Thörnqvist added a second goal to push BP ahead. The tide appeared to have turned decisively before halftime, and Rosengård headed to the break a step behind and needing a response.
Match timeline and turning points
After the interval, Brommapojkarna extended their lead with a strike from Ida Bengtsson, taking a 3-0 advantage. Lillback then claimed her second of the day, widening the gap further and leaving Rosengård with a mountain to climb. The home side finally found some late momentum, scoring two goals in the closing stages to cut the deficit. Yet BP replied with a late penalty to seal a 5-2 victory and solidify their position above Rosengård in the table.
What this means for Rosengård
Rosengård’s long winless run dates back to June, a period that has seen a dramatic shift in the club’s fortunes from last season, when they secured the Swedish championship with an almost flawless campaign. The current results place them in a precarious position in the Damallsvenskan standings, flirting with the danger zone and creating real pressure on the squad and coaching staff to reverse the slide soon.
With Brommapojkarna’s win, the visitors leapfrogged Rosengård on the table, establishing a two-point cushion that adds urgency to Rosengård’s upcoming fixtures. The challenge is clear: restore form quickly, tighten defensively, and find a consistent goal threat. The questions facing the team are not just tactical but mental, as the weight of last season’s success contrasts starkly with the present run of results.
Context: last season and the road ahead
Last season Rosengård dominated the Damallsvenskan, losing only one match on the way to the SM-guld. The sharp drop in form this season has stunned neutrals and supporters alike, highlighting how quickly fortunes can shift in top-level women’s football. Coaches and players will be under scrutiny as the squad attempts to arrest the decline and reassert themselves in the race for European spots and a secure league position.
Looking ahead, Rosengård must prioritize tightening the defensive unit and converting chances at a higher rate. The coming fixtures will test the team’s resilience and cohesion. If they can stabilize the defense, regain confidence in the finishing third of the field, and avoid individual mistakes, there is still a path back toward safety and pride in the Damallsvenskan.
Fan and expert perspective
Analysts point to the combination of injuries, player turnover, and a fragile run of form as key contributors to the current predicament. For supporters, the focus is on the team’s response—whether the leadership can rally the squad, implement changes, and restore belief in what was once a championship-winning machine.
