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Allsvenskan 2026 season opens with controversial first goal

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Key Points
  • Paulos Abraham scored the first goal of the Allsvenskan 2026 season
  • Mjällby players reacted strongly and wanted the goal disallowed
  • SVT expert Magnus Eriksson believes the goal should not be disallowed

The Allsvenskan 2026 season has started, with Paulos Abraham netting the first goal of the match, according to official sources. Mjällby players, including national team member Elliot Stroud, reacted strongly and wanted the goal to be disallowed, the same sources reported. In contrast, SVT expert Magnus Eriksson believes the goal should not be disallowed.

It remains unclear whether the goal was officially reviewed or confirmed by the match referee or VAR, and the final decision on the goal has not been disclosed. The specific handball rule interpretation, such as intentional versus natural position, is also under debate, and details like the final score and the teams involved in the match are unknown.

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