Malmö FF kicked off the Swedish Cup with a victory over Varbergs Bois. The match ended 1–0 with a goal from new signing Botheim. National team coach Graham Potter watched from the stands, focusing on Taha Ali.
Malmö FF's opening match in the Swedish Cup ended with a 1–0 victory over Superettan side Varbergs Bois. The goal was scored by new signing Botheim, who started directly per coach Ramírez's decision. The tournament is crucial for MFF's chance to qualify for Europe.
Graham Potter, coach of the Swedish national team, sat in the stands in Malmö scouting Taha Ali, who had to decline a previous national team call-up. Potter smiled when Sydsvenskan asked him at halftime why he was watching the match and described Ali's first half as good.
After four straight losses earlier, the win was a step forward for building confidence, according to columnist Fredrik Lindstrand. He notes that victories are the most important for strengthening the team's morale. Match highlights are available in a video on Sydsvenskan.
Sydsvenskan will broadcast upcoming cup matches.
