Mjallby prepares for the clash with league leaders Sirius on Friday night

Mjallby AIF has gathered both players and supporters ahead of the upcoming away match against the unbeaten league leaders Sirius. The training camp in Kosta has charged up the squad, while fans in Sölvesborg are already filling the town with blue and white before kickoff at 19:00 in Uppsala.

What do the fans say about the upcoming game?

Jan Lundstedt, a devoted supporter, notes that the break in the season feels like a fresh start for everyone: “It’s the same for all now that there’s been a pause, so it’s a bit like starting from zero.” Truls Holmstedt believes an upset is possible: “Mjallby can always surprise, we know that, so it should be possible to beat Sirius.”

How does Sirius look in the table?

Sirius sits first in Allsvenskan with 75 points after 30 games (23 wins, 6 draws, 1 loss) and enjoys a hot streak of five straight wins (WWW​WW). The side has scored 57 goals and conceded 18, giving a +39 goal difference, and sits 13 points clear of nearest rival Hammarby FF.

What impact could the away venue have on Mjallby?

Playing away against a top‑form team is always a challenge, but Mjallby has shown resilience in previous away fixtures. Without Elliot Stroud, who made history as the first Mjallby player to appear at a World Cup, the squad must find new ways to score. The manager has stressed collective defensive work and exploiting counter‑attacks against Sirius’ attacking play.

What follows after the match?

If Mjallby manages to pick up points, they can close the gap to the mid‑table and keep pressure on the leaders. A win would also boost fan energy ahead of the next home game. Regardless of the result, an intense atmosphere is expected in Uppsala, where Mjallby supporters’ chants and flags will become part of the drama.