Hammarby IF Eliminated from 2025 European Conference League After Defeat to Rosenborg
Hammarby IF faces elimination from the 2025 European Conference League after a 0-1 defeat to Rosenborg BK, ending their European ambitions for the season.
Key Points
- • Hammarby eliminated from the Conference League after a 0-1 loss to Rosenborg.
- • Dino Islamovic scored the sole goal of the match in the 59th minute.
- • Hammarby dominated possession but failed to convert chances.
- • Coach and player reactions highlight disappointment over missed scoring opportunities.
Hammarby IF's aspirations in the 2025 European Conference League came crashing down as they were eliminated by Rosenborg BK following a disappointing 0-1 loss in the qualification match held on August 14, 2025. The solitary goal came from Rosenborg's Dino Islamovic in the 59th minute, marking a missed opportunity for Hammarby who had drawn 0-0 in the first leg in Norway.
Despite controlling much of the first half at 3 Arena, Hammarby found themselves unable to convert their possession into goals. A disallowed goal for offside by Jusef Erabi in the 10th minute, coupled with multiple chances that went begging, underscored their struggle in front of goal. Nahir Besara, Hammarby's midfielder, expressed his disappointment post-match, stating, "We had our chances; we have to blame ourselves for not scoring." Similarly, teammate Montader Madjed noted their control in the match but lamented, "I think we have the whole match. If we continue like this we will definitely win."
The second half saw the tide turn when Islamovic pounced on a rebounded shot to score, putting Hammarby on the back foot. They responded with numerous attempts to equalize, highlighted by a late effort from substitute Hampus Skoglund that struck the crossbar. Tensions heightened in the dying moments when Hammarby players rallied for a penalty after Paulos Abraham was brought down, which was denied by the referee, further aggravating their mounting frustrations. Expert analysts echoed these sentiments, with Siavoush Fallahi stating, "I absolutely think that could be a penalty."
Coach Kim Hellberg conveyed his disappointment regarding the team's performance, emphasizing the failure to capitalize on their opportunities. He reflected on how this match epitomizes a larger issue within Swedish football. Following this defeat, Hammarby will miss out on European competition this season, prompting discussions on the future of Swedish football and the potential for reforms to enhance competitiveness in the sport.
With their European campaign concluded, Hammarby now turns its focus to their next match against Gais in the Allsvenskan, keen to regain momentum in domestic play.