BK Hacken Women produced a devastating attacking performance at home on 2 August 2026, thrashing Eskilstuna United Women 6-0 in the Swedish Damallsvenskan. The result maintained Hacken's powerful form and sent a clear message to the rest of the league as the title race enters its decisive phase.
First-half fireworks set the tone
Hacken raced out of the blocks and never looked back. The hosts opened the scoring early, catching the Eskilstuna defensive line flat-footed with a clever through ball that was tucked calmly past the goalkeeper. The second arrived shortly after from a set-piece, as a well-delivered corner was met with a powerful header at the near post. By the time the halftime whistle sounded, Hacken had already put the result beyond doubt with a third and then a fourth goal that highlighted the visitors' growing disarray.
The second half was about control and composure. Hacken continued to press forward with the same energy, adding two more goals as Eskilstuna struggled to sustain any meaningful pressure of their own. The hosts’ attacking fluidity was a joy to watch, with players interchanging positions and constantly pulling the visitor’s backline out of shape.
Tactical story: relentless pressing and wide overloads
- High tempo: Hacken swarmed the opposition immediately after losing possession, forcing errors in dangerous areas.
- Wing play: Most of the goals came from wide areas, where Hacken’s full-backs and wingers created consistent two-on-one situations.
- Finishing touch: The visitors’ goalkeeper made several saves, but the sheer volume of chances made a clean sheet impossible to preserve.
Standout performers
While the entire Hacken attack deserves credit, three players stood out: the midfielder who pulled the strings with a series of incisive passes, the forward who completed a brace with clinical finishes, and the winger whose pace terrorised the right side of the Eskilstuna defence. With contributions coming from across the team, this was a genuine group performance rather than a one-player show.
What it means for the Damallsvenskan title race
The emphatic victory strengthens Hacken’s position in the upper echelons of the Damallsvenskan table. With games running out, goal difference could become a decisive factor, and a six-goal swing is exactly the type of advantage that matters in a tightly contested season. For Eskilstuna United, the heavy defeat is a stark reminder of the gap they must bridge to compete with the league’s elite, and they will need a quick response to avoid being dragged into the relegation conversation.

