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Luleå Wins First SM Gold in 29 Years with Victory Over Brynäs

Helmets, clubs and gloves flew through the air – the supporters cheered so that the roof and walls in the home arena were about to give way. After 29 long years, Luleå gets to celebrate the SM gold again.

Luleå Wins First SM Gold in 29 Years with Victory Over Brynäs

Luleå Nears SM Gold After Dominant Win Over Brynäs

A lightning start and spectacular finish. This gives Luleå a golden opportunity in the SM final series against Brynäs.

Luleå Nears SM Gold After Dominant Win Over Brynäs

Jakob Silfverberg Leads Brynäs to Victory in Dramatic SM Final

Brynäs equalized the SM final series against Luleå after great drama. Jakob Silfverberg scored the match-winning goal in the 5–3 victory – after Brynäs had previously surrendered a three-goal lead.

Jakob Silfverberg Leads Brynäs to Victory in Dramatic SM Final

Brynäs Captain Criticizes Refereeing in Loss to Luleå

The Brynäs captain Johan Larsson was critical of the refereeing in the final loss to Luleå, 1–5. We know that we will have them against us, he says.

Brynäs Captain Criticizes Refereeing in Loss to Luleå

Brynäs Near SM Final After Captain's Crucial Goal

Brynäs were newcomers in SHL before the season. Now they are one match away from the SM final.

Brynäs Near SM Final After Captain's Crucial Goal

Brynäs Triumphs Over Malmö 3-2 Without Captain Larsson

Brynäs has a match point in the SM quarterfinals in ice hockey against Malmö. The regular season winner won the fifth quarterfinal with 3–2 despite the team captain Johan Larsson being absent.

Brynäs Triumphs Over Malmö 3-2 Without Captain Larsson

Leksand bounced back: "Like dead fish"

From "dead fish" to sparkling winners in the hot rivalry match. Leksand went from low to high when the team turned around and defeated series-leading Brynäs 2-1 after a sharp spurt.

Leksand bounced back: "Like dead fish"

HV's success - took fourth straight win: "Magical"

From hopeless jumbo to hopeful winning machine. In twelve magical days, HV71 has got new life in SHL.

HV's success - took fourth straight win: "Magical"

Over 800 metalworkers laid off from Northvolt

840 people are laid off from Northvolt's battery factory in Skellefteå. This is clear since the negotiations with IF Metall are now complete.

Over 800 metalworkers laid off from Northvolt

Only Eight Shots: "We're Having a Flat Game"

Only eight shots and 0-3 at home against SHL newcomer Brynäs. Luleå coach Thomas Berglund's analysis: We play a flat match all the way through.

Only Eight Shots: "We're Having a Flat Game"

Despite Stock Market Rally – Great Uncertainty Surrounding China

China's stock exchanges are soaring after the latest stimulus measures. However, it is highly uncertain whether this is the turnaround for the world's second-largest economy.

Despite Stock Market Rally – Great Uncertainty Surrounding China

Elfsborg with new crush in the qualifying round

Elfsborg is clear for the Europa League's second qualifying round after yet another win against Cypriot Pafos. Once again, the Borås club stood for a major victory.

Elfsborg with new crush in the qualifying round