Erik Flataker Shines in AIK's 7-0 Victory, Scoring First Goals

In an impressive display, Erik Flataker celebrated his first goals for AIK during a commanding 7-0 victory over Hudiksvalls Förenade FF in the Swedish Cup. The match, held at Glysisvallen, marked a significant milestone for the 20-year-old Norwegian forward, who has previously been recognized for his potential in Norway's second division.

Flataker's breakout performance included two goals, showcasing both his skill and determination. His first goal came after successfully redirecting a cross from teammate Adrian Helm into the net. This moment was pivotal for Flataker, who had been eager to find the back of the net since joining AIK. His second goal illustrated his agility as he maneuvered through the defense to strike the ball off the crossbar into the goal.

Despite a slow start that left AIK leading 1-0 at halftime, the team surged in the second half. The first goal of the match was scored by Dino Besirovic just before the halftime mark, followed by a flurry of goals starting with Anton Salétros’ free-kick goal early in the second half. Filip Benkovic added to the tally with a header from a corner, followed by Flataker's contributions of two goals, and finishing with goals from Mads Thychosen and Bersant Celina.

AIK's dominant performance not only highlighted Flataker's potential but also secured their spot in the group stage of the Swedish Cup scheduled for 2026. Reflecting on the match, Abdihakin Ali commented on the team’s initial struggle with pace, calling it 'far too slow' at the start, but expressed relief and satisfaction with their second-half resurgence. As a next step, AIK is set to face Degerfors on Sunday.