Dramatic 3-3 Draw in 2025 Stockholm Derby

In a thrilling Stockholm derby on September 14, 2025, Hammarby IF and Djurgårdens IF fought to a dramatic 3-3 draw. Hammarby took an early lead with Markus Karlsson scoring first, followed quickly by Nahir Besara’s magnificent free kick, enhancing his reputation in derby history. His provocative celebration drew ire from Djurgården players, igniting tensions on the pitch.

As the match progressed, Djurgården answered back with two goals from Adam Ståhl, who played a pivotal role in equalizing the score twice. Hammarby managed to regain the lead at 3-2 with a late goal by Montader Madjed, but in a nail-biting finish, Ståhl scored the equalizer in injury time, ensuring the score remained deadlocked. Ståhl exuberantly remarked, "It was skönt, fy fan vad gött. Det var kaos," reflecting the chaotic yet exhilarating nature of the match.

Despite the excitement, this result lengths Djurgården’s stretch without a win against Hammarby since July 2022. Hammarby's chances for claiming the SM-guld title have taken a hit, now trailing ten points behind league leaders Mjällby with only seven matches left in the season. Analysts echoed sentiments that this match showcased one of the best performances seen in recent derby history, indicative of the fierce rivalry between the two clubs.