Elias Barsoum Emerges as Key Figure in Degerfors IF’s Relegation Battle

Elias Barsoum’s decisive goals have bolstered Degerfors IF's fight to stay in Sweden’s top football league this season.

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  • • Elias Barsoum scored two goals in recent matches, key to Degerfors IF’s survival hopes.
  • • Degerfors IF drew 1-1 with Hammarby, a result easing relegation pressure before the final round.
  • • Barsoum credits coach Alexander Axén for his recent improvements and development.
  • • Degerfors IF faces IF Brommapojkarna in the final match, with survival hinging on the outcome.

Elias Barsoum has played a pivotal role in Degerfors IF's fight to avoid relegation from the Allsvenskan this season, scoring crucial goals in the club’s recent matches. Barsoum found the net in consecutive games, including an equalizer in the 81st minute during a tense 1-1 draw against Hammarby, a match that greatly improved Degerfors’ survival chances. This performance has elevated Barsoum’s status among fans and teammates alike, with his colleague Leon Hien joking that a silver statue should be erected outside the team’s stadium if Barsoum helps secure their place in the league (source 128497).

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