HV71 Triumphs Over Örebro Amid Severe Injury Crisis

HV71 managed a remarkable 7-4 victory against Örebro on December 26, 2025, despite facing an extensive injury crisis that left eleven players unavailable. The team's depleted roster included key absences such as Frederik Dichow, Santeri Hatakka, Andreas Borgman, and Lucas Lagerberg, who fell ill shortly before the match. Additionally, Jamiro Reber and Vashek Blanár were away at the Junior World Championship, further reducing HV71's lineup.

To field a complete team, HV71 borrowed forwards Gustav Olhaver and Arvid Degerstedt from Mora. Despite these challenges, HV71 demonstrated resilience and improved form, having recently secured points in their last two matches, including a win against Djurgården.

The match against Örebro was dynamic, with HV71 quickly taking a 3-0 lead through early goals by Linus Lindström, Jontahan Ang, and Justin Kloos. Örebro rallied to tie the game at 4-4 by the start of the third period. However, HV71 regained momentum with a combination play from Olle Alsing setting up Riley Woods, who scored twice, including the decisive goal. Kloos added the final goal to secure the win.

Örebro's coach Niklas Eriksson criticized the lack of physicality in the game, labeling it "too much friendly week and pillow fighting." In contrast, HV71's coach Anton Blomqvist praised his team's strong mentality and performance in adverse conditions. Blomqvist also highlighted the importance of reviewing their defensive play for future training.

Currently, HV71 sits six points behind Luleå, who are just above the relegation zone. The club hopes to see the return of injured players like Dichow, Borgman, and Stål Lyrenäs in the coming week. This victory provides a positive momentum boost as HV71 navigates their ongoing injury difficulties.