Who will win between Brynäs and BIK Karlskoga?
Mattias Ek, reporter and columnist:
– Brynäs chose BIK Karlskoga based on the table position in the regular season and because there were four victories. And certainly most things say that Brynäs, with all its offensive skill and breadth, will get past the obstacle Karlskoga and reach the final. – Brynä’s vulnerability lies in the defensive game and it doesn’t feel like the team has really been tested yet. BIK scored 4–0 in matches at SSK, which is impressive. In addition, the team got the necessary rest before the semi-finals considering that BIK actually made the trip to Gävle via the round of 16 against Kalmar.
Tips: 4–2 to Brynäs.
Mattias Persson, reporter:
– I was a little doubtful that Brynäs would choose BIK Karlskoga first after what they did with Södertälje, but four straight victories in the series speak for themselves and I think we have something similar to look forward to now. Sure, BIK Karlskoga knocked out Södertälje in four straight, but to be honest, SSK didn’t come up to par either. This will be a much heavier test of strength. There will and will be a lot of difference here and I find it hard to see that this will not be an easy journey for Brynäs. The Gävle team is better both in terms of edge and width, perhaps BIK Karlskoga can claim a victory.
Tips: 4–1 to Brynäs.
Henrik Sjöberg, editor-in-chief:
– I don’t think this will be the big test for Brynäs, it will be in the final. BIK Karlskoga really rattled against SSK and will certainly be difficult for Brynäs, who will be forced to a higher level. But I think they succeed in that, quite simply. Anything else would surprise me.
Tips: 4–1 to Brynäs