AFC Eskilstuna 0–3 Vasalunds IF – Sweden Division 1

Vasalunds IF produced a dominant away performance to defeat AFC Eskilstuna 3–0 at Tunavallen on May 24, 2026. The comprehensive victory underlined Vasalunds’ promotion ambitions and exposed Eskilstuna’s vulnerability at home.

Match Overview

From the first whistle, Vasalunds pressed high and disrupted Eskilstuna’s build-up play. The visitors took the lead inside 10 minutes and never looked back. Eskilstuna had no answer to the intensity and organisation of the Stockholm-based side.

Key Moments

• 8' – William Axén opens the scoring with a looping header from a corner.
• 35' – Erik Björndahl doubles the lead with a composed finish after a defensive error.
• 72' – Substitute Benjamin Hjertstrand seals the win with a powerful strike from 20 metres.

Tactical Story

Vasalunds employed a 4-3-3 formation that allowed them to overload the midfield. Their wingers, Axén and Björndahl, constantly cut inside, creating space for overlapping full-backs. Eskilstuna, playing a more direct style, failed to win second balls and were frequently caught offside.

Standout Player

William Axén was a constant threat on the left flank, scoring one and assisting another. His pace and crossing quality troubled Eskilstuna’s defence all evening.

Season Impact

Vasalunds climb into the top three in Division 1 Norra, keeping pace with the automatic promotion spots. For AFC Eskilstuna, the heavy defeat is a setback in their fight to avoid the relegation zone; they now sit just two points above the drop.