Benjamin Brantlind, 17, scored a hat-trick in Sweden's P18 national team's 5-1 victory against Slovenia, cementing his status as one of the most discussed teenage football talents this year. His goals came at 36 minutes (1-0), 40 minutes (2-0), and 61 minutes (3-0), with other Swedish goals in the match scored by Ahmed Saaed at 66 minutes and Haydar Sultan at 73 minutes. According to Sportbladet, Andreas Pettersson, the P18 national team coach, described Brantlind's performance as featuring three very nice goals and noted that contract turbulence is not affecting him during the national team camp, praising his performance and character. However, Brantlind's representatives and IFK Göteborg have not yet agreed on a contract extension, with his current contract expiring in late December. IFK Göteborg's sports director Hannes Stiller stated that no new negotiations have been initiated with Brantlind and the club is focusing on developing him until the summer transfer window, leaving the exact status of negotiations beyond this statement unclear.
Fanny Petersson, 16, scored a dream goal in the Swedish Cup, striking with her wrong foot in a moment that highlighted her emerging talent. According to SVT Sport, Fanny Petersson described the goal as the ball just having to go in, especially from outside and a long-distance shot, which she said is her thing a bit. She made her first start for Hammarby's A-team at age 15, marking an early career milestone, though the specific detail that made her goal moment difficult, as mentioned by coach William Strömberg, remains unknown. According to SVT Sport, William Strömberg described the goal as a style study, suggesting its technical quality.
It's a style study.
Elohim Kaboré, a 19-year-old forward for Hammarby, scored a hat-trick in his debut for Burkina Faso, showcasing his international potential. He chose to play for Burkina Faso over Ivory Coast due to his father's heritage, a decision that reflects his personal background. This performance adds to his growing reputation in Swedish football.
Heine Åsen Larsen has had a fine start to the season with TIL, contributing goals and assists in the first three matches. He joined TIL from Egersund in summer 2024 and has gained playing time after limited starts under coach Jørgen Vik previously. According to NRK Troms og Finnmark, Jørgen Vik described Åsen Larsen's development, noting his experience playing as a striker and his importance in both attack and defense. Åsen Larsen scored four league goals for Bryne last year, including two against Haugesund in the season finale, and this season, TIL has nine points from three matches, with Åsen Larsen scoring against FFK and RBK and providing an assist against Brann. He was named man of the match against Rosenborg, underscoring his impact.
The ball just has to go in, that's all. And especially when it's from outside and a long-distance shot. That's my thing a bit.
In women's football, Sweden defeated Serbia 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier, with Matilda Vinberg, who plays for Tottenham, starting for Sweden and assisting Stina Blackstenius's goal. Sweden is second in their World Cup qualifying group, one point behind Denmark, positioning them well for advancement. In club action, Vivienne Lia, on loan from Arsenal to Hammarby, scored a goal and provided an assist in her debut for Hammarby in the Damallsvenskan. Rosengård defeated Växjö 3-0 in a match, with Molly Johansson scoring two goals for Rosengård, though Hammarby advanced to the semifinals while Rosengård did not advance despite their win.
Paulos Abraham scored two goals in the first half for Hammarby IF against Mjällby AIF, but there was a handball incident involving Paulos Abraham during his first goal, with TV4 expert Alexander Axén commenting on it. The exact details of the handball incident remain unclear, adding a layer of controversy to his performance.
It was damn nice, really.
Abdoulaye Doumbia joined Häcken in November last year from the Ivorian academy ASEC Mimosas and signed a five-year contract with Häcken, playing in all Häcken's matches at the start of the Allsvenskan season. Sunday's goal was his first in the yellow-black striped shirt, marking a significant moment in his early tenure with the club.
David Tomasek missed a penalty in the first quarterfinal against Rögle but took revenge in the second by turning around a huge deficit. According to SVT Sport, David Tomasek described his approach as trying to do something else that day. His fine penalty was one of three goals by the Czech player, showcasing his resilience and skill.
I would try to do something else today.
Malmö FF defeated Djurgården after a practiced corner routine and also defeated Gais 3-1, with Kees Sims, goalkeeper for Gais, making an error leading to a goal in that match. These results highlight Malmö FF's strong form in the Allsvenskan.
Noah Persson scored the opening goal for his team against Örgryte in the Allsvenskan and celebrated his goal by forming the letter 'J' with his fingers for his girlfriend Jonna, adding a personal touch to his achievement.
It's so damn beautiful.
In international club football, Inter Milan came from behind to defeat Como 4-3 in Serie A, extending their lead in Serie A to nine and twelve points over the chasing teams. Besfort Zeneli scored the winning goal for Union Saint Gilloise against Club Brugge in the Belgian league and was recently named player of the month in the Belgian league. Ibrahim Diabate scored his first goal for Deportivo Alaves against Real Sociedad; he was the joint top scorer in the Allsvenskan last season with 18 goals, indicating his continued scoring prowess.
In floorball and hockey, Gabriel Kohonen scored the decisive goal in Storvreta's 4-3 victory over Växjö in an SM semifinal floorball match. Emma Engström scored a goal for IFK in a 1-1 draw against Malmö, assisted by Paula Broddner Klingspor; according to Norrköpings Tidningar, Emma Engström described the team's recovery as strong after a tough loss to Djurgården in the Swedish Cup. In hockey semifinals, Strömsbro IF played Falu IF in Semifinal 1, with Strömsbro IF winning 1-2 on 2026-02-26 at Lugnets Ishall, but Falu IF was promoted to the next round from Semifinal 1. In Semifinal 2, Avesta BK played Skutskärs SK, with Avesta BK winning 2-1 on 2026-02-26 at Team Sportia Arena, and Avesta BK was promoted to the next round from Semifinal 2. In the Final, Falu IF played Avesta BK, with Falu IF winning 2-7 on 2026-03-07 at Avestahallen. Flashscore.se provides Strömsbro IF results, including live scores, final and period results, standings, and match details, and covers over 100 hockey competitions from 15 countries worldwide.
Three very nice goals.
Sweden's P18 national team began its European Championship qualification with a match against Slovenia and will play Belgium on Saturday and Cyprus on Tuesday, setting up key fixtures. TIL's next match is against Kristiansund, aiming for a fourth consecutive win to start the season, which could further highlight Åsen Larsen's contributions.
Several unknowns persist in these developments. The identity of the super talent scoring long shots in recent weeks, as mentioned in SVT Sport, remains unidentified, adding intrigue to youth football circles. Additionally, which teammate described Isak Pettersson's save as the best save I've seen in my career is not specified, though Pettersson made a match-deciding save that drew high praise. According to SVT Sport, Isak Pettersson described the save as damn nice, really, and according to SVT Sport, Jonas Andersson, an SVT Sports expert, described it as so damn beautiful, emphasizing its quality. These performances underscore the depth of talent emerging in Swedish sports, with youth players making significant impacts across football and hockey.
The contract turbulence is not affecting Brantlind during the national team camp, praising his performance and character.
Heine Åsen Larsen's development, noting his experience playing as a striker and his importance in both attack and defense.
The team has recovered strongly after a tough loss to Djurgården in the Swedish Cup.