AIK Gains Momentum Ahead of Derby Against Djurgården
AIK enters the derby against Djurgården with boosted confidence from recent European success.
Key Points
- • AIK aims to move into the top three of Allsvenskan with a victory against Djurgården.
- • They recently achieved their third consecutive victory in the Conference League, defeating Györi 2-1.
- • Coach Thomassen believes European success enhances team confidence, not fatigue.
- • The derby match is set for August 10, 2025, at 14:00.
As AIK gears up for their highly anticipated derby against Djurgården on August 10, 2025, the team is riding a wave of confidence following a strong performance in the European Conference League. AIK recently secured a 2-1 victory over Györi, marking their third consecutive win in European matches. Coach Mikkjal Thomassen expressed optimism about the momentum these victories have created, emphasizing that the team's united front is crucial for their upcoming showdown. "It’s completely certain that it gives confidence in the player group," Thomassen noted, pointing to the positive morale among the players.
Despite the challenging match schedule, Thomassen believes that competing frequently will only enhance their performance, stating that the team eagerly anticipates what lies ahead against their local rivals. In the Allsvenskan standings, AIK currently sits in fifth place and could break into the top three with a win, while Djurgården is positioned in eighth and seeks to turn their season around.
The excitement for derby week is palpable, with both players and fans brimming with enthusiasm. Midfielder Anton Saletros highlighted the importance of derby matches, saying, "A derby is always a derby; it doesn’t need any extra boost." Similarly, goalkeeper Kristoffer Nordfeldt recalled how previous experiences in derbies have shown that form and standings often take a backseat to the rivalry's intensity. With the match set to kick off at 14:00, expectations are high for an electrifying encounter between the two teams.