UEFA Women's Europa Cup Final Preview: Hammarby Women vs. Hacken Women – A Clash for European Glory
Swedish powerhouses Hammarby Women and Hacken Women are set to clash in the UEFA Women's Europa Cup Final on April 25, 2026, at 3Arena in Stockholm. This highly anticipated match is not just a battle of skill but a fierce contest for the prestigious European title. Both teams are in good recent form, promising an enthralling encounter.
Match Background & Qualification Scenarios
This match, held at 3Arena in Stockholm, is the Final of the 2026 UEFA Women's Europa Cup. For both Hammarby Women and Hacken Women, it represents a pivotal battle for a prestigious European title. Both clubs are prominent forces in Swedish women's football, regularly contending for domestic league and cup honors. For instance, BK Häcken FF secured the OBOS Damallsvenskan title in the 2025 season, with Hammarby finishing as runners-up. Therefore, the stakes in this final extend beyond the trophy, aiming to solidify their standing as a top European women's club.
Recent Form
Hammarby Women have shown strong form in their last five official matches, securing four wins and one draw. Their recent results include a 3-0 victory over Brommapojkarna, a 3-1 win against Rosengård, and a 2-2 draw with Växjö DFF. Additionally, they triumphed 4-0 over FC Rosengård (though another source indicates 3-0) and secured a 2-1 win against St Pölten in a December 2025 European fixture. Hacken Women also demonstrate solid recent form with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five outings. They recently defeated GAIS 2-1, beat IFK Göteborg 2-0, and drew 2-2 with Brommapojkarna. In European competition, they fell 0-1 to Slovan Bratislava and drew 1-1 with Larnaca in December 2025.
Key Players & Injury News
Key players for Hammarby Women include forwards Madelen Janogy, Adelina Engman, and Ellen Wangerheim. Defender Alice Carlsson and midfielder Vilma Koivisto are also vital to the team's structure. Currently, no significant new injuries have been reported for Hammarby Women. Hacken Women will look to core players such as Felicia Schröder, Elin Rubensson, and Monica Jusu Bah. However, they face a major setback as midfielder Helena Sampaio is sidelined for the entire 2026 season due to an ACL injury sustained in February 2026. While Clarissa Larisey previously suffered an ankle fracture in August 2023, she is expected to have recovered by now.