Växjö

Växjö relegated from Sweden’s top women’s football league after loss to Norrköping

Växjö desperately needed a win. But the team lost 1–0 to relegation rivals IFK Norrköping, sealing its relegation from Sweden’s top women’s football league. “It feels empty right now,” team captain Nellie Karlsson said on Viaplay’s broadcast.

Sweden to Make Eight Changes for European Championship Qualifier Against Luxembourg

Eight out, eight in. The national handball team is replacing half the squad ahead of its next European Championship qualifier.

Sweden Beat Greece 33-24 in European Championship Qualifier Opener

As expected, Sweden’s handball team had no trouble in its opening European Championship qualifier, beating Greece 33–24 at home in Växjö.

Jonathan Carlsbogård could miss handball World Cup over role dispute with Sweden

No became yes - and could soon become no again. Just in time for the World Cup in January, Jonathan Carlsbogård could be turning down a place in the national handball team again. “My attitude is the same as before,” says the left-hander.

Växjö Fire Head Coach Björn Hellkvist After Poor Start to SHL Season

Växjö are 12th in the SHL standings after 14 games. The Småland club is now taking action: coach Björn Hellkvist has been fired.

Rosengård held to 1-1 draw by Växjö, remain in relegation battle

Former powerhouse Rosengård are still struggling in Sweden’s women’s top flight. The Malmö team drew 1-1 at home with second-placed Växjö.

Three horses killed in collision

Woman shot in the leg by police – seriously injured

A outgoing woman has been shot in the leg by police in Växjö. The woman is suspected of grossly threatening an official and has been taken to hospital by ambulance.