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Österfärnebo
Spectators: 6695 (Terracing: 5000, Seating: 1695, VIP seats: 0) It was fairly windy and cold on the field when Carl Lennartsson kicked off to start the match. The supporters of Naruto FC booed when Österfärnebo IK was adjudged a doubtful freekick after 3 match minutes in a wonderful position. Eddie Wahlnäs didn't get a good kick on the ball. Alf Eriksson's shot was meant for the net just under the crossbar, but Roland Bergström read the situation well and was quickly in position to make a wonderful save in the 4th minute of play. Roland Bergström took care of the ball after a well-directed shot from Vilhelm Strömqvist, even though the ball almost passed him on his left side. Alf Eriksson sent away a hard shot on goal in the 8th minute, but the ball went just over the crossbar and out. A very good chance. When Elias Salkvist fell near the penalty area in the 11th minute he thought he would be awarded a free kick. The referee ignored Österfärnebo IK's protests and gave Elias Salkvist a yellow card for diving instead. After a rather tough play, Österfärnebo IK's Elias Salkvist got a free kick in the 11th minute. With a couple of smart ball manuevers Alf Eriksson in the 16th managed to get into a good position. With a left leg Roland Bergström saved Österfärnebo IK from getting behind. Österfärnebo IK's Roland Bergström played magnificently when he managed to stop the ball from hitting the goal, after a sharp shot by Vilhelm Strömqvist in the 19th minute of play. 20 minutes into the match, Österfärnebo IK's goal looked a bit too open when Carl Lennartsson came free, but Roland Bergström reached the ball before it rolled over the goal line. Carl Lennartsson recieved an excellent pass in front of the goal in the 23rd minute. Unfortunately, he received the ball on his off foot and could only manage a weak shot that went over the goal. 25 minutes into the game, Max Hök recieved a splendid long ball, split the defenders, and gently placed the ball to the left of Lucas Göransson. Max Hök showed that you don't have to tear a hole in the net to score, 1-0. 32 minutes into the game, Bengt-Åke Lindgren was given a yellow card after he appeared to trip an opposing player. Österfärnebo IK's manager was livid on the sidelines, but the referee was unmoved and gave Naruto FC the free kick. 31 minutes into the game, one of Österfärnebo IK:s players got tackled near the goal, and the referee blew for a penalty. A collision led to Österfärnebo IK getting a freekick after 37 minutes play. Thor Alströmmer hit a great ball. The fans had the chance to grab some refreshments as the whistle went for half-time. The score stood at 1-1 after a close first half.

When the second half was about to start, both teams quickly lined up and Max Hök made a kick off. Vilhelm Strömqvist received a nice pass in the box and took a hard shot in the 51st minute. Roland Bergström tensed up and prepared to dive, but the shot went over the goal with him having to interfere. In the 55th minute the ball was on its way in behind Österfärnebo IK's goalkeeper Roland Bergström, but with the help of a sacrificing defense, he could catch the ball at the crossbar. 58 minutes into the match, Vilhelm Strömqvist had an open shot that he just couldn't miss and scored to the right of Roland Bergström. Österfärnebo IK's manager could be seen yelling to the referee that Vilhelm Strömqvist was offside, but the referee ignored the protest. 1-2. In the 64th minute the ball was on its way in behind Österfärnebo IK's goalkeeper Roland Bergström, but with the help of a sacrificing defense, he could catch the ball at the crossbar. Vilhelm Strömqvist sent away a hard shot on goal in the 66th minute, but the ball hit the crossbar and went out. A very good chance for a goal. Carl Lennartsson received a nice pass in the box and took a hard shot in the 71st minute. Roland Bergström tensed up and prepared to dive, but the shot went over the goal with him having to interfere. Bror Klintæus fired away a screaming shot towards the goal in the 76th minute, but the shot went just over the crossbar without Lucas Göransson having to interfere. David Lindström kicked well hit freekick during the 83rd minute of the match. Österfärnebo IK's goalkeeper couldn't reach when Carl Lennartsson 87 minutes into the game got a good kick on the ball which found its way into goal just inside left pole. 1-3. With an all-out effort, Naruto FC's Roland Bergström threw himself towards the right post 94 minutes into the match and grabbed hold of the ball from Carl Lennartsson, which otherwise would have been placed in the net. Naruto FC's fans were overjoyed with their teams well-earned victory and stayed in the stadium long after the final whistle to celebrate the win.