Luleå advanced to the SHL semifinals by defeating Frölunda 1-0 in game six of the quarterfinals, clinching the series 4-2. Anton Levtchi scored the game's only goal on a power-play 36 seconds into the third period at Coop Norrbotten Arena. Frölunda coach Robert Ohlsson called the performance 'piss' in a post-game TV4 interview.
Frölunda entered the series as favorites after a strong start to the regular season, topping the SHL standings early on. However, the team struggled in the final 15 regular-season games, posting the second-worst record in the league behind only Timrå. Despite controlling possession and generating numerous shots throughout the series, Frölunda failed to convert chances effectively, winning just one of the last three games needed to extend the series. Luleå, meanwhile, won three of its four victories in overtime and capitalized on key moments to advance to face Skellefteå in the semifinals. Luleå's 1-0 win mirrored patterns from previous games, with Frölunda dominating early but lacking finishing punch. A potential Mathias Bromé goal for Luleå midway through the game was disallowed after video review. Officials ruled that Luleå's Eetu Koivistoinen cross-checked Frölunda's Dominik Egli into goaltender Tobias Normann, disturbing the keeper. TV4 expert Almen Bibic noted the contact appeared clear from initial angles. Late penalties, including too many men on the ice with an extra attacker, hampered Frölunda's comeback bid. Robert Ohlsson voiced frustration immediately after the loss. 'Det är piss måste jag säga. Jag tycker att vi är bättre än så här den här säsongen, vi är inte nöjda såklart,' he told TV4. Ohlsson highlighted poor power-play execution after a strong start, an inability to win battles inside the attack zone, and the need to be tougher in front of both nets.
