Degerfors Clinches Dramatic Last-Minute Victory Over Öster in Relegation Battle
Degerfors secured a dramatic 2-1 last-minute victory over Öster in a crucial Allsvenskan relegation battle, altering the league standings with just two matches remaining.
- • Elias Barsoum scored the winning goal in the 93rd minute, securing a 2-1 victory for Degerfors over Öster.
- • Degerfors moved to 26 points, surpassing Öster's 25 points, critical in the relegation fight with two matches left.
- • Arman Taranis scored his first goal for Degerfors earlier in the match.
- • Öster's Alibek Aliev acknowledged the team's difficulties and the challenge of avoiding relegation.
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In a high-stakes Allsvenskan clash on October 25, 2025, Degerfors secured a crucial 2-1 victory against Öster with a dramatic goal in stoppage time, intensifying the relegation battle as only two matches remain in the season. The match was tightly contested, with Degerfors taking the lead thanks to Arman Taranis scoring his first goal for the team. However, Öster managed to equalize, setting the stage for a riveting finish.
The decisive moment came in the 93rd minute when substitute Elias Barsoum scored the winning goal from a cross by Dijan Vukojevic, sealing a vital win for Degerfors. Barsoum was initially surprised by his goal during a post-match interview, stating, "Honestly, I didn't understand anything," before being quickly joined by teammate Kazper Karlsson to celebrate on the field.
This victory propelled Degerfors to 26 points, moving them ahead of Öster, who now stand at 25 points, thereby shifting the dynamics of the bottom of the league table. Öster's Alibek Aliev acknowledged the team's struggles post-match and highlighted the challenges ahead, noting that they would need Degerfors to falter in coming games to have a chance of avoiding relegation.
Looking ahead, Degerfors will face Hammarby and Brommapojkarna in their remaining fixtures, while Öster prepares for matches against Gais and Djurgården. With only two rounds left, the fight to avoid relegation has become increasingly intense, making every point crucial for both teams as the Allsvenskan season nears its conclusion.