IFK Norrköping Shocks BK Häcken with 3-1 Comeback Victory

In a stunning matchup on August 23, 2025, IFK Norrköping overturned an early deficit to defeat BK Häcken 3-1, thereby halting Häcken's impressive winning streak in the Damallsvenskan. Until this match, Häcken had been riding high, having notched five consecutive victories with a goal difference of 25-1, solidifying their position as one of the league's top contenders.

The game began with BK Häcken taking the lead in the first half through a goal from 18-year-old Felicia Schröder, who scored her 22nd goal of the season. However, the tide turned dramatically in the second half. In the 62nd minute, Ebba Handfast equalized for Norrköping, followed swiftly by Dana Leskinen scoring just three minutes later to give Norrköping a 2-1 advantage.

The situation escalated for Häcken when Norrköping was awarded a penalty, which Wilma Leidhammar converted in the 72nd minute, extending the lead to a decisive 3-1. Despite a red card issued to Leskinen in the closing moments of the match, Norrköping held on to their lead. This loss leaves Häcken in third place in the league, now three points behind leaders Hammarby, though they still have one match less played.

Norrköping’s remarkable comeback elevates them to seventh in the standings, showcasing a significant turnaround after their early-season struggles. Team morale is expected to improve as they build on this important victory, while Häcken must regroup to maintain their position in the tight title race.