GIF Sundsvall lost their Superettan restart match 3-1 to Norrby IF, despite striker Shalom Ekong scoring on his debut. The team now sits bottom of the table with 9 points from 15 games (3 wins, 0 draws, 12 losses).
What happened in the match?
The game against newcomers Norrby IF started goalless, but the home side took the lead in the second half. Yusuf Abdulazeez scored twice in eight minutes before Ekong pulled one back for Sundsvall. Norrby responded with a third goal and won 3-1 in the end.
What does it mean for GIF Sundsvall?
The loss means Sundsvall remain bottom of Superettan with 12 goals scored and 34 conceded (-22 goal difference). They are 21 points behind leaders Varbergs BoIS FC and need to turn things around quickly to avoid relegation.
What comes next?
GIF Sundsvall’s next match is at home to Helsingborg on August 16. Helsingborg are eighth in the table and will be a tough opponent for Sundsvall, who are looking for their first win in five games.
