The win came amid lighthearted fan attention directed at Växjö head coach Björn Hellkvist. During the match, a picture comparing Hellkvist to Berra Olsson from the Swedish cult film Sällskapsresan was displayed on the jumbotron, highlighting his striking similarities to the character, including tinted glasses, a mustache, and a snus lip. Hellkvist laughed at the affectionate teasing from his former home audience.
According to Sportbladet, Hellkvist admits there are similarities between him and Berra Olsson and says he did not intend to be a style role model but it ended up that way. According to Sportbladet, Hellkvist says Växjö fought well and checked in much better than last time, with a completely different presence in duels. Rögle's loss ended their six-game winning streak in the playoffs after three consecutive away wins, with game four set for Tuesday evening in Ängelholm.
Rögle took the lead after less than two minutes, but Hellkvist argued the goal should have been disallowed for offside. According to Sportbladet, Hellkvist thinks Rögle's first goal should have been disallowed for offside and says everyone can make mistakes regarding the offside call. Rögle extended to 2-0, but Växjö reduced the score on a power play to 2-1 before the second period.
Before the match, a lineup change saw forward Ville Svensson on the press stand, switching places with Eemeli Suomi in the team. According to Sportbladet, Hellkvist confirms they switched players and says he is not lying. The exact reason for the player swap remains unclear, and it is unknown whether the offside call was correct, with series momentum potentially influencing the upcoming game.