AIK Remains Determined in Quest for SM-guld Despite Setbacks
AIK Fotboll remains committed to winning the SM-guld despite a difficult season and recent goal drought.
Key Points
- • AIK is 12 points behind league leaders Mjällby with 11 matches remaining.
- • The team has not scored in four consecutive matches, impacting their title hopes.
- • Defender Thomas Isherwood and goalkeeper Kristoffer Nordfeldt emphasize the team's commitment to fight until it's mathematically impossible to win.
- • Mads Thychosen missed a key scoring opportunity in a recent draw against Djurgården.
AIK Fotboll is determined to pursue the SM-guld this season, despite facing significant challenges. Currently, the team is 12 points behind league leaders Mjällby with only 11 matches remaining, prompting a strong resolve among the players.
Defender Thomas Isherwood has voiced his unwavering commitment, stating, "Jag ger absolut inte upp någonting" (I absolutely do not give up anything). The team's performance has been concerning, as AIK has not scored a goal in their last four matches. This goal drought has severely impacted their championship aspirations.
Goalkeeper Kristoffer Nordfeldt reiterated the team's determination, expressing that they will fight for victory until it is mathematicallly impossible to win the title. He highlighted the scoring opportunities they are creating, as indicated by an expected goals (xG) of 2.14 in their latest match against Djurgården, which ended in a frustrating goalless draw. Moreover, Mads Thychosen's missed scoring chance during this match further exemplified their struggle to convert on opportunities.
With both Mjällby and Hammarby winning their fixtures, AIK's path to the SM-guld has become increasingly challenging, necessitating a remarkable turnaround in form as they contend with a substantial point deficit.