Halmstads BK had a dream start against Västerås when Hussein Carneil gave the bottom team the lead after just one minute. The midfielder scored a great goal on a volley and Elis Jäger was helpless in the VSK goal.

What happened next?

Then came the collapse. Green-white top scorer Mikkel Ladefoged scored his eighth goal in Allsvenskan two and a half minutes later. Axel Taonsa then increased the lead 20 minutes later.

Why is it important for Halmstads BK?

The loss is a major setback for Halmstads BK, which now lies in 11th place in Allsvenskan with 35 points and 10 wins from 30 games. The team is 40 points behind leaders Mjallby AIF.

What's next?

Halmstads BK must now try to turn the trend around and take points in the next match to avoid falling behind in the table. The team has a goal deficit of 26 goals and has only scored 24 goals all season.

Halmstads BK has a tough uphill battle ahead but with the right attitude and play, the team can still achieve a good position in Allsvenskan.