Kalmar defeated Södertälje 3-2 in overtime in Kalmar, Sweden, in the fifth game of their HockeyAllsvenskan quarterfinal series. The win gives Kalmar a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series, meaning they need one more victory to advance to the semifinals. Carl-Johan Lerby scored the winning goal for Kalmar with 5 minutes and 51 seconds left in the fourth period, assisted by Valdemar Johansson.
In the first period, Kalmar took the lead through Giorgio Estephan, but Södertälje equalized via William Wiå. Gustaf Westlund then restored Kalmar's lead late in the first period. In the second period, Jonas Ahnelöv scored for Södertälje to tie the game at 2-2.
The third period was scoreless, leading to overtime. Kalmar's star forward Liam Hawel reportedly did not play in the third period, which could be a setback for the team if he cannot continue. The next game is scheduled for Wednesday in Södertälje, where Kalmar has a chance to clinch the series.
If Kalmar advances, they will face Karlskoga in the semifinals.