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Denmark secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Sweden in a World Cup qualifier with a stoppage-time winner, moving to the top of their qualifying group. The match at Gamla Ullevi saw Sweden take an early lead before Denmark equalized and then won it late.

Johan Gunnebo has completed walking every street in central Gothenburg, finishing with a stretch along Kungsportsavenyn, and now plans to cover all 6,000 streets in the municipality within about a year and a half.

A person was hit by a tram in Gothenburg on Monday afternoon, with police reporting the individual is awake and talking. Separate incidents included explosions in Motala and Södertälje, plus vehicle collisions in Högsbo and Hageby.

Tuvevallens motionscentrum will close for maintenance starting Tuesday, April 21, with the changing room and showers shut down for an estimated ten weeks, according to Göteborgs stad. The facility is expected to reopen in July.

Gothenburg City is launching a marine allotment garden initiative on Styrsö to test sustainable sea cultivation, building on a 2022 prototype. The project aims to support innovative food alternatives and expand urban farming into marine resources.

IFK Göteborg's members voted to pass a landmark motion for increased transparency around player transfers and stricter agent rules at the club's annual meeting, overcoming initial board opposition.

Sirius secured a spot in the Swedish Cup semifinals with a 1-0 victory over IFK Göteborg after a penalty in extra time, while standout performances from Robbie Ure and the left side duo highlighted the quarterfinal stage. AIK will face GAIS in another quarterfinal, with both teams making lineup changes due to injuries and logistical challenges emerging for upcoming matches.

Erika Holst will become head coach of the Swedish women's national hockey team next season, replacing Ulf Lundberg after his six-year tenure. The move triggers coaching changes across Swedish clubs, with Jared Cipparone set to take over at Frölunda.

Thousands of supporters marched to stadiums for the opening matches of IFK Göteborg and Hammarby, with Hammarby and Mjällby set to meet in the Swedish Cup final later this spring.

A labor market team in Gothenburg works from Majorna to Billdal, clearing paths as part of a city initiative to help adults enter the workforce. The team focuses on routine tasks and safety while receiving community appreciation for their outdoor work.

Volvo CEO Martin Lundstedt has warned that development jobs could be moved from Europe to China if sales of electric trucks do not increase faster in Europe, highlighting concerns over the company's position amid global competition and market challenges.

Sara Nilsson, responsible publisher of the controversial website Dumpen, has been convicted of gross defamation and given a conditional sentence with day fines, with appeals and new legal actions now emerging.

GAIS star Gustav Lundgren suffered a serious Achilles tendon injury during warm-up before the Allsvenskan season opener and has undergone an operation, sidelining him for an extended period. The injury comes as GAIS navigates a mixed start to the season with Swedish Cup success but a league loss.

IFK Göteborg has sold out its home sections for the upcoming derby against BK Häcken, while away ticket sales have fallen short of expectations, leading to a reallocation of some seats to home supporters.

Gothenburg is undertaking major renovations of ponds in Slottsskogen and planning a new water feature at Götaplatsen, aimed at enhancing urban environments and water habitats. The projects, set to roll out over the next few years, involve restoring existing ponds and replacing an outdated water feature.

Gothenburg City is launching a major replanting effort this spring after felling hundreds of elms infected with a fast-spreading fungal disease. The work, which started in November and will continue for years, focuses on strategic species diversity to enhance resilience.

IF Elfsborg opened the Allsvenskan season with a 2-0 victory over IFK Göteborg, with goals from Taylor Silverholt and Júlíus Magnússon securing the win after a goalless first half.

Frölunda has advanced to the Swedish Women's Hockey League (SDHL) finals after defeating SDE in the semifinals, setting up a championship series against Brynäs.

IFK Värnamo has signed goalkeeper Blažej Sapielak to fill a squad gap ahead of the Superettan season, while IFK Göteborg has brought in Fredrik Andersson as emergency cover due to injuries.

A new ventilation tower is being built at Järntorgsmotet, where the Götatunneln emerges in the west, with its main task to lead away exhaust fumes from the tunnel to improve air quality in the area. The tower will also indirectly contribute to reduced noise levels.