The
HockeyAllsvenskan playoff race heats up as
Sodertalje SK prepares to face off against
Djurgardens IF in a critical encounter on April 4, 2025. With both teams vying for a top spot, this match promises an action-packed affair that could shake up the standings.
Roster Rundown
Sodertalje SK will be looking to their key players to make a difference. Leading the charge is forward Erik Gustafsson, who’s netted 24 goals this season, showcasing his knack for finding the back of the net. Defenseman Henrik Larsson adds stability on the blue line with 18 assists, often setting up plays with sharp passng. Viktor Johansson, a crucial part of their goaltending duo, has a save percentage of .915—he’s been a wall this season, though he needs to tighten up on rebounds. Unfortunately, they’ll be missing center Anton Karlsson, sidelined with a wrist injury, and winger Johan Lindberg, nursing a knee issue.
Over on
Djurgardens IF, forward Lucas Pettersson dominates with 26 goals, constantly crashing the net to create scoring chances. Playmaker Emil Svensson leads with 32 assists, orchestrating plays with precision. Defense stalwart Nils Andersson has contributed significantly with 20 assists, anchoring the defense with disciplined play. In net, Adam Bergström boasts a .920 save percentage, an intimidating presence between the pipes. They’ll be without defender Oscar Nilsson and forward Max Holm, both out due to injuries that have been nagging since mid-season.
Head-to-Head
The rivalry between these teams is well-documented.
Djurgardens IF holds a historical edge with 10 wins to
Sodertalje SK’s 5 in their last 15 encounters. Most recently, Djurgardens triumphed 7-3 on March 31, 2025, showcasing their offensive firepower. Sodertalje’s last win against them was a tight 4-2 victory on March 28, 2025, indicating this matchup could swing either way.
Recent Form
Sodertalje SK has experienced a mixed bag of results lately. They secured a 4-2 victory against Djurgardens and a pair of wins over Kalmar (2-0, 3-2) but faltered against Djurgardens in a 7-3 loss and also dropped a close 4-3 game to Kalmar.
Djurgardens IF, meanwhile, seem to be in fine form, with wins in four of their last five outings. Besides their recent 7-3 win over Sodertalje, they’ve claimed victories against Mora (2-1, 3-2, 3-1) and suffered a single setback, a 4-2 loss to Sodertalje, hinting at a chance for redemption.
Wrap-Up
Both teams come into this clash with something to prove.
Sodertalje SK, despite some inconsistent results, are bolstered by key performances from their core players—yet their absences might affect their depth.
Djurgardens IF’s recent form is imposing, exhibiting a solid defensive structure and potent offensive capabilities. With injuries on both sides, depth and resilience could very well tip the scales.
Summary
Based on recent form and head-to-head statistics,
Djurgardens IF seems to have the upper hand. Their recent 7-3 victory over Sodertalje underscores a formidable offense that can exploit defensive lapses. While Sodertalje has shown they can compete with a 4-2 win, they’ll need to bury those chances and tighten up defensively to stand a chance. If Djurgardens maintains their current trajectory, they’re poised to continue their winning ways in this heated matchup.
Match Odds Sodertalje SK – Djurgardens IF
Leon's odds are 2.54 on Sodertalje SK triumphing at home.
At this moment our odds are equal to 2.41 on Djurgardens IF visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 4.31.
