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Björklöven's goal disallowed in semifinal against Södertälje

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  • Axel Ottosson's goal for Björklöven was disallowed after video review.
  • Referees reportedly ruled interference with goaltender Love Härenstam caused the disallowance.
  • The incident occurred during a power play following a match penalty for Södertälje.

In a semifinal match between Björklöven and Södertälje, a goal by Björklöven's Axel Ottosson was disallowed after video review. The referees reportedly ruled that Ottosson interfered with Södertälje goaltender Love Härenstam, causing him to drop his stick before Ottosson put the puck in the net. Ottosson expressed frustration in a TV4 interview, saying he did not understand the decision and questioning the direction of Swedish ice hockey.

The disallowed goal occurred during a power play for Björklöven after Södertälje's Leevi Teissala received a match penalty for a slewfoot. Earlier in the third period, Södertälje received another match penalty when a player tackled Ottosson in the head.

I did not understand the decision and questioning the direction of Swedish ice hockey.

Axel Ottosson

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