AIK slump to crushing defeat in Malmö

Skellefteå AIK's last competitive match in the SHL ended in championship glory. However, on Saturday, they suffered a humiliating defeat at the hands of the lowly Malmö Redhawks.

Ishockey2024-09-23 11:04

Summary, Period 1:

Skellefteå AIK dominated the first period, outshooting Malmö and taking a 1-0 lead. Oscar Lindberg and Jonathan Pudas set up Axel Sandin Pellikka, whose powerful slap shot found the back of the net.

Summary, Period 2:

Malmö turned the tide in the second period, outplaying AIK in nearly every aspect. Henrik Haapala assisted Carl Persson for the equalizer, and Malmö continued to press with a physical and direct offensive. Despite numerous scoring chances, the score remained tied at 1-1 heading into the third period.

Summary, Period 3:

Malmö opened the third period with a goal, taking a 2-1 lead. They continued their offensive onslaught, scoring two more goals, including a power-play tally. Skellefteå attempted to mount a comeback but were unable to generate significant scoring threats. Malmö's dominance was evident throughout the period, securing a decisive victory.

MATCH FACTS

Goals: 0–1 (18.26) Axel Sandin Pellikka (Pudas, O. Lindberg) spel fem mot fyra, 1–1 (29.03) Carl Persson (Haapala), 2–1 (41.59) Joona Ikonen (Salo), 3–1 (45.26) Linus Öberg (Stenberg, Hanzl) spel fem mot fyra, 4–1 (50.15) Robin Salo (Ikonen, Thomson).

Shots on goal: 27–19 (6–8, 10–7, 11–4).

Penalty minutes: 8–10 (6–4, 2–0, 0–6).

Referees: Marcus Linde, Johan Wedin.

Attendance: 6 871 åskådare.