Hacken narrowly avoided a Sweden Cup upset by coming from behind to defeat IK Oddevold 2-1 on February 22, 2026. The lower-league visitors took a surprise lead early in the second half, putting the Allsvenskan champions under serious pressure. Hacken responded well, equalizing within ten minutes before scoring a late winner to spare their blushes and secure a place in the next round. The key focus point was Hacken's ability to handle the pressure and find a way to win despite not being at their best, a hallmark of a strong team. The match result keeps Hacken's cup hopes alive, but the performance will raise questions, while Oddevold can be proud of a valiant effort. The Hacken manager admitted his team was below par but praised their character, while the Oddevold coach was heartbroken by the late goal. Hacken's lineup included several first-team regulars, who were given a stern test by their motivated opponents.