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Sweden Awaits Malmö FF Crisis After Cup Loss and League Struggles

Eight points from the league lead in Allsvenskan and now a lost cup gold on penalties. It's blowing hard around Malmö FF.

Sweden Awaits Malmö FF Crisis After Cup Loss and League Struggles

Rydström Criticizes Disruptions in Swedish Cup Final Loss to Häcken

Upset safety nets and thrown objects – the final in the Swedish Cup on the stadium in Malmö was hit by double interruptions. A goalless final had to be decided on penalties and there Häcken was strongest.

Rydström Criticizes Disruptions in Swedish Cup Final Loss to Häcken

Malmö FF's Melker Ellborg Shines in 3-0 Win Over Halmstad

The seasoned goalkeeper Ricardo Friedrich was benched after the flop against bottom team Värnamo last time. Then the 21-year-old substitute Melker Ellborg kept a clean sheet when Malmö FF beat Halmstad 3–0.

Malmö FF's Melker Ellborg Shines in 3-0 Win Over Halmstad

Hammarby and Norrköping Draw 1-1 Despite Spectacular Goals

The football philosophies are similar. Hammarby and IFK Norrköping play with their eyes fixed on the future.

Hammarby and Norrköping Draw 1-1 Despite Spectacular Goals

Malmö FF Held to Draw by Sirius: "Supporters Deserve Better"

Despite a star quartet of substitutes, Malmö FF suffered a setback at home against Sirius. The Uppsala team took a point against the reigning champions.

Malmö FF Held to Draw by Sirius: "Supporters Deserve Better"

Sigurdsson's Redemption Seals Malmö's 2-1 Victory Over Elfsborg

It was the evening of revenge at the stadium in Malmö. For Elfsborg's penalty shooter Simon Hedlund, the revenge wasn't enough for any points – for Malmö FF's star recruit Arnór Sigurdsson, it meant a decisive 2–1 goal.

Sigurdsson's Redemption Seals Malmö's 2-1 Victory Over Elfsborg

Malmö FF Triumphs Over Djurgården in Allsvenskan Opener

The 2025 Allsvenskan football league kicked off with a bang, when Malmö FF visited Djurgården in front of a record crowd. Then, last year's champions, the home team, spoiled the party.

Malmö FF Triumphs Over Djurgården in Allsvenskan Opener

Malmö FF Eyes Third Straight Title as Christiansen Returns Strong

Malmö FF is the favorite to win its third consecutive national championship gold and 25th in the club's history. It doesn't surprise the team captain Anders Christiansen.

Malmö FF Eyes Third Straight Title as Christiansen Returns Strong

Kiese Thelin Cup Hero - Classic Meeting Awaits

A classic Allsvenskan encounter awaits in the Swedish Cup's one semifinal this weekend. The most successful champions Malmö FF will host IFK Göteborg.

Kiese Thelin Cup Hero - Classic Meeting Awaits

Malmö's European dream over: "Gets damn angry"

Malmö was whipped to win against Twente to keep alive the dream of reaching the European Championship playoffs. Then it became a tough 2-3 loss - after double penalties.

Malmö's European dream over: "Gets damn angry"

The Profile Stays – Extends Contract with Malmö FF

Anders Christiansen and Malmö FF extend the contract over the next two seasons. The Dane has been a key player both on and off the pitch in a Malmö FF that has dominated Swedish football in recent years.

Dream goal saved Malmö – drew against Galatasaray

Malmö FF finally had reason to celebrate. Sergio Peña saved a point in stoppage time against Galatasaray in the Europa League with his 2-2 goal.

Dream goal saved Malmö – drew against Galatasaray

Malmö fell in Istanbul – third defeat in Europe

Malmö FF did not take advantage of the opportunities in Istanbul. The home team did.

Malmö fell in Istanbul – third defeat in Europe

Malmö FF missed out on the gold party: "Disappointed"

Malmö FF could secure their 24th national championship title with a win away against Västerås. But after 1–1, a likely, gold party will have to wait.

Malmö FF missed out on the gold party: "Disappointed"

Rydström: "A problem we've had for bloody long"

Malmö FF lost 0-2 at home to Glasgow Rangers in the Europa League premiere. Then, coach Henrik Rydström was furious afterwards.

Rydström: "A problem we've had for bloody long"

Rydström: "They want even more money"

Top players in Europe have threatened to strike due to a congested match schedule. Part of the responsibility lies with the big clubs themselves, believes Malmö FF coach Henrik Rydström.

Rydström: "They want even more money"

Malmö FF storm ahead for the gold – crushed Häcken

Two delicious finishes and a violent tackle that could just as well have resulted in a red card. Anders Christiansen leaves no one unmoved.

Malmö FF storm ahead for the gold – crushed Häcken

"Enjoys when he performs in this way"

Goal scorer Sebastian Nanasi left for France. The heir was already in Malmö FF's squad – it's shining bright for Hugo Bolin right now.

"Enjoys when he performs in this way"

Malmö FF crushed Djurgården - racing towards gold?

League leaders Malmö FF completely dominated Djurgården in the series final at home. After the 4-0 win, the Scanians lead Allsvenskan by ten points.

Malmö FF crushed Djurgården - racing towards gold?

Malmö FF misses million rain in Champions League

Malmö FF's dream of the Champions League was extinguished in practice already at home in Skåne. Sparta Prague won the return match as well with 2–0 and advances to the fine dining room of club football with 4–0 overall.

Malmö FF misses million rain in Champions League

Malmö's Nightmare - Own Goal in Playoff Match

Malmö FF got a tough start to the playoff matches against Sparta Prague. In the first of two meetings, they fell heavily with 0-2 despite a significant advantage in play.

Malmö's Nightmare - Own Goal in Playoff Match

MFF has a good grip on the last hurdle

Malmö FF has one obstacle left on the way to Champions League: Sparta Prague. A team MFF is well acquainted with.

MFF has a good grip on the last hurdle

MFF defeats Paok: "The sickest match I've experienced"

Malmö FF were just seconds away from being eliminated from the Champions League qualifiers. But in the sixth minute of added time in the second half, Nils Zätterström made it 3-3 against the Greek league champions Paok, and the match went to extra time.

MFF defeats Paok: "The sickest match I've experienced"

Disappointment for MFF - drew after leading

Malmö FF had the lead twice, but had to settle for 2–2 at home against Paok Thessaloniki in the third qualifying round of the Champions League. The return match in Greece will be played next week.

Disappointment for MFF - drew after leading