UEFA Conference League: Rosenborg Wins 1-0 Against Hammarby
Rosenborg advances in the UEFA Conference League after defeating Hammarby 1-0. Read more about the match details and upcoming fixtures.
Rosenborg secured a 1-0 win over Hammarby at the 3Arena in Stockholm, advancing to the next round of the UEFA Conference League. The solitary goal scored in the second half was enough to send Rosenborg through, given the first leg ended in a goalless draw.
Match Details
The two Scandinavian neighbors clashed in the third qualifying round, with Rosenborg's superior form in recent matches proving decisive. Hammarby's home advantage wasn't enough to overcome Rosenborg's solid defense and potent attack, led by Dino Islamović, who has scored eight goals in six appearances. The match saw Rosenborg create key chances, ultimately securing the win and a spot in the next round against Mainz 05.
Hammarby Dominates First Half Against Rosenborg
The match between Hammarby and Rosenborg saw a more open game in store, with Ole Saeter testing Warner Hahn early on. Hammarby's Jusef Erabi and Nahir Besara tried to land the first blow, but both were denied by Sander Tangvik. The hosts dominated the first half, with Besara looking lively and creating chances for Montader Madjed, but the 45-minute period ended goalless for the third time in the two-legged tie.
Hammarby's Attacks Thwarted
Despite Hammarby's dominance in possession and territory, Rosenborg's defense held strong. Tangvik made crucial saves to deny Erabi and Besara, and the Norwegian side's goalkeeper was instrumental in keeping the scoreline level at halftime. Hammarby will have hoped to break the deadlock in the second half, but Rosenborg's defense remained resolute.
Hammarby began the second half in similar fashion to the first, with Jusef Erabi continuing to threaten Rosenborg's defense. However, he still couldn't find a way past Sander Tangvik, who was proving to be a formidable obstacle for the hosts. Despite their dominance in possession and territory, Hammarby struggled to create clear-cut chances.
Just before the hour mark, Hammarby's lack of clinical finishing was punished when Rosenborg broke the deadlock. Rosenborg's Ole Selnaes attempted to force the ball goalwards, and Dino Islamovic was on hand to divert it past Warner Hahn and into the back of the net, giving Rosenborg a crucial 1-0 lead.
Rosenborg managed only three shots in the second half, with Dino Islamovic's goal-scoring effort being the only one on target. In contrast, Hammarby launched 10 strikes at the Rosenborg goal after the break, but their lack of accuracy proved to be their downfall, with only one effort finding its way on target.
As the match entered its final minutes, Hammarby threw everything at Rosenborg in a desperate bid to salvage a draw. However, neither Shaquille Pinas nor Sebastian Tounekti could find a way through the visitors' defense. In the end, Hammarby's best chance slipped away with the last action of the match, sealing a 1-0 win for Rosenborg and sending them through to the next round.
Hammarby pushed hard for a goal in the final minutes, but neither Shaquille Pinas nor Sebastian Tounekti could break through Rosenborg's defense. Despite their best efforts, they came agonizingly close to scoring in the dying moments of the game. Pinas delivered a perfectly timed cross from the left flank to an unmarked Jusef Erabi in the penalty area. Unfortunately for Hammarby, Erabi headed the ball over the bar, wasting a prime opportunity to score.
The final whistle blew mere seconds later, marking the end of Hammarby's European campaign for the season. Meanwhile, Rosenborg advanced to the UEFA Conference League playoff round, where they'll face FSV Mainz. The matches are scheduled for August 21 and 28, 2025.
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