HK Malmö defeated Ystads IF 38-28 in Tuesday's second quarterfinal match at Ystad Arena, leveling the series at 1-1 despite missing star Nikola Roganovic.
HK Malmö exacted revenge after the first quarterfinal loss, securing a clear 38-28 away win over Ystads IF. Star Nikola Roganovic was absent due to a throat infection, but the team showed collective strength with a solid defense and sharp counterattacks, especially in the second half.
Petter Brandt, the 21-year-old from H43, took on a major role offensively and defensively, contributing four goals and two assists. He said: "Really nice. We take revenge from the first match." Brandt described his performance as stable and hopes for Roganovic's return for match three on Sunday.
Colin Tönnesen, previously rejected by Ystad, received cheers from the home crowd and responded with four goals in the second half, helping pull away from 25-20 to 30-22. "It was buzzing in me on the bench. I really wanted to play," he said afterward.
Tim Hilding and Hugo Stuivers were top scorers with six goals each. Love Sundewall kept his spot over Felix Montebovi due to strong defensive play. Coach Zoran Roganovic hopes for Roganovic's availability for the next match in Malmö.
