UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round
Anderlecht 3 - 1 FT Hammarby FF
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Anderlecht
Goalkeepers
Colin Coosemans
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Defenders
Ali Maamar
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Léo Pétrot
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Giulian Biancone
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Ludwig Augustinsson
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Marco Kana
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Midfielders
Joshua Nga Kana
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Enric Llansana
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Lukáš Ambros
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Jayden Onia Seke
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Danylo Sikan
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BENCH
Justin Heekeren
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Kaïs Barry
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Zoumana Keita
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Moussa Ndiaye
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Basile Vroninks
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César Huerta
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Mario Stroeykens
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Noah Kalonji
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Tristan Degreef
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Mihajlo Cvetković
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Noa Thomas Ojea Cobiella
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Adriano Bertaccini
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Hammarby FF
Goalkeepers
Warner Hahn
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Defenders
Hampus Skoglund
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Victor Eriksson
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Frederik Winther
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Noah Persson
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Midfielders
Tesfaldet Tekie
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Markus Karlsson
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Montader Madjed
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Oscar Johansson Schellhas
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Victor Lind
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Paulos Abraham
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BENCH
Elton Fischerstrom Opancar
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Felix Jakobsson
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Ibrahima Fofana
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Waylon Renecke
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Oscar Steinke Brånby
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Amin Boudri
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Nahir Besara
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Wilson Lindberg Uhrstrom
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Frank Junior Adjei
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Oliver Jordan Hagen
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Moise Kaboré
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Suwaibou Kebbeh
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 | Hammarby FF | 1 - 1 | Anderlecht | UEFA Europa League | 3Arena |
07/23/2026
Anderlecht Win
Hammarby FF Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Anderlecht's Relentless Siege Breaks Hammarby at Lotto Park
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 75/100. A stunning European comeback fuelled by sheer attacking volume proved that patience and constant pressure eventually break any resolve.
Early Shock and Uphill Battles
European qualifying nights at Lotto Park usually start with a roar, but the home crowd was silenced almost immediately. P. Abraham stunned the hosts, capitalising on a fleeting opportunity to give Hammarby FF a shock lead in the very second minute. When the Stakes involve fighting for a place in the main competition, an early deficit is the ultimate test of character. The visitors tried to sit deep and protect their precious advantage, inviting an attacking siege. What followed was a complete monopoly of the ball and territory, though finding the final clinical touch took time. The first half morphed into a tense waiting game, as the Swedish side absorbed wave after wave of pressure without breaking.
The Tides Turn After the Break
Whatever was said in the home dressing room worked wonders. The Balance of power shifted definitively just three minutes into the second half. A brilliant sequence found A. Maamar, who picked out D. Sikan to smash home the crucial equaliser. From that moment, the Intensity dialled up to suffocating levels. The Belgian giants turned the pitch into a tilted field, racking up a massive 21 shots compared to just five from their opponents. Corner after corner rained down into the penalty area, forcing Hammarby's goalkeeper into a frantic sequence of interventions. The away side clung on desperately, but the sheer volume of high-quality chances meant the dam was always bound to burst.
Late Drama Seals the Progression
The constant bombardment finally yielded the winner in the 81st minute. M. Cvetkovic stepped up to provide the pivotal breakthrough, sending the stands into absolute pandemonium. With Hammarby forced to suddenly chase the game, the spaces opened up. T. Degreef put the final nail in the coffin in the 89th minute, securing a 3-1 victory for Anderlecht. A commanding ten corners to zero highlighted a match played almost entirely in one half of the pitch. This result sends a powerful message across the continent—they have the firepower and the mental fortitude to overturn early disasters and keep their European dreams alive.
Key Questions
How did Anderlecht complete the comeback from behind?
After an early deficit, Anderlecht equalised through D. Sikan in the 48th minute, eventually breaking Hammarby with late goals from M. Cvetkovic and T. Degreef following relentless attacking pressure.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Anderlecht Look to Dodge Early European Exit
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 92/100. Low on star power but high on jeopardy, this early qualifying tie threatens a massive upset if Anderlecht underestimate their Swedish visitors.
The Setup
The stakes are straightforward for this July 30, 2026 clash at Lotto Park: win or go home early. Anderlecht enter as favourites, but a modest Form rating suggests they are vulnerable to an early-season stumble. Hammarby FF arrive with genuine giant-killing ambitions in this 2nd Qualifying Round. While the overall Stars metric is notably low without standout marquee names commanding the pitch, the resulting tactical dogfight should more than make up for it. A low Stakes rating reflects the early nature of the competition, but a competitive Balance hints that the Swedish visitors will not simply roll over for the Belgian heavyweights. They have everything to gain and nothing to lose.
Key Battle
With no individual superstars taking the spotlight, this tie will be decided purely in the tactical trenches. The Belgian midfield engine room must dictate the tempo and show creativity to break down a stubborn Swedish defensive block. If the visitors sit deep, restrict space, and absorb pressure effectively, frustration could quickly set in for the hosts and the home crowd.
Our Prediction
Expect a nervy and cautious affair right from the first whistle. The hosts will command the lion's share of possession, but early season rustiness could see them labour heavily in the final third. We anticipate Anderlecht to eventually grind out a narrow 1-0 victory through sheer persistence, though a shock draw is well within the realm of possibility if they fail to finish their chances.