Malmö's Floorball Scene: Mårtensson Continues, Eskelinen Likely Retires
Rebecca Mårtensson commits to Malmö for one more season while Silja Eskelinen's retirement looms.
Key Points
- • Rebecca Mårtensson commits to another season in SSL floorball for 2025/26.
- • Mårtensson had a standout previous season with 41 points in 26 matches.
- • Silja Eskelinen is likely retiring, which would be a significant loss for Malmö.
- • Elin Rosén will leave the main team but stay with the second team.
In an exciting development for Malmö's SSL floorball team, star player Rebecca Mårtensson has confirmed her commitment to continue playing for the 2025/26 season. Mårtensson, who had a remarkable previous season with 41 points in 26 matches, expressed her joy about returning: "Even though I was hesitant about continuing, I still have a strong desire to play and compete at the highest level. I feel I have more to give and I am very happy in Malmö." While she looks forward to the upcoming season, she hints it may be her last, referring to it as her "final dance" with the team, as she aims to contribute to both personal and team success.
Conversely, teammate Silja Eskelinen's future appears uncertain, with indications that she will not participate in the upcoming season, marking a significant potential loss for Malmö. Coach Patric Johansson confirmed that Eskelinen has not been training with the team, raising concerns among fans. Additionally, Elin Rosén, the former starting goalkeeper, is set to leave the main team following the acquisition of Finnish goaltender Juulia Kataja; however, she will remain with the club’s second team. The club is undergoing significant changes, with several new signings including Jessica Kabelkova, Juulia Kataja, Sophia Ryttergaard, and Lucie Zelizkova, as it prepares for the new season.