Hammarby crush Växjö 5-0 after
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Hammarby crush Växjö 5-0 after blistering start in Swedish women’s league

Hammarby made a strong start against visiting Växjö in the women’s Swedish league. After 20 minutes it was 3–0 - and they eventually won 5–0.

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Hammarby started the match at Kanalplan in Stockholm with a bang, and 20 minutes into the first half, victory was secured.

Mari Nyhagen scored twice and in between, Elin Åhgren Sørum managed to get into the scorer’s box.

"It's always good to score. The ball went our way," said two-goal scorer Mari Nyhagen on Viaplay.

Nellie Karlsson was disappointed with the result:

"It feels like we haven't come back from vacation," said Växjö captain Nellie Karlsson.

In the second half, Emilie Bragstad and Fanny Peterson each scored a goal and the match ended 5–0.

Friday's second match between Malmö and Piteå ended 0–0.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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