GAIS secured a 2-0 victory over Halmstads in an International Club Friendly on March 29, 2026. The match served as a useful preparatory exercise for both Swedish clubs as they fine-tune their squads for upcoming league commitments. GAIS controlled large portions of the game, scoring once in each half to secure a comfortable win. Their first goal came from a defensive error by Halmstads, which was pounced upon by a GAIS attacker. The second was a well-taken finish following sustained pressure. Halmstads created a few chances but lacked the sharpness in front of goal to truly test the GAIS goalkeeper. The friendly match result gives GAIS positive momentum, while Halmstads will look to improve their cohesion before the season starts. Both managers emphasized the importance of the workout over the final score in their post-match reflections.