IF Elfsborg striker Paulos Abraham bagged two goals in the latest Allsvenskan clash against Kalmar FF. The final score was 2–0, but manager Henrik Rydström insists the potential was even greater. Six goals? Unlikely, but not impossible, Rydström said after the game.
What happened in the match?
Paulos Abraham registered four shots on target against Kalmar FF. Earlier in the season against IF Elfsborg, he had three. Manager Henrik Rydström argued the return should have been higher than two goals. IF Elfsborg currently sit 8th in Allsvenskan with 40 points from 30 games (12 wins, 4 draws, 14 losses, recent form LLLWL).
Paulos Abraham himself was critical of his efficiency. He said: I’m not fully satisfied with my efficiency. That’s something I need to improve. High demands are placed on him, but he insists he can deliver even more.
Why it matters for IF Elfsborg
Paulos Abraham’s form is vital for IF Elfsborg’s title push. The side has scored 45 goals and conceded 51 this season (goal difference -6). They trail league leaders Mjällby AIF by 35 points.
Teammate Nahir Besara praised Abraham’s self-imposed standards. I like his demands. The high standards rub off on everyone, he said. Montader Madjed agreed: Sometimes you think: ‘Paulos only scored one goal.’ That’s because expectations are so high.
What Paulos Abraham says
Paulos Abraham previously revealed he battled a knock during the spring. Now fully fit, he’s in sharp form. He has netted seven Allsvenskan goals so far this season, but believes he can do better.
– I wouldn’t set high targets if I didn’t know I could meet them, he said. There are still so many matches left and anything can happen, he added.
What’s next for IF Elfsborg?
IF Elfsborg face Västerås SK FK at home on August 16 2026. The side remains in the title hunt, but manager Henrik Rydström wants more cutting edge from his attackers.
– We’ll get him to the point where he finishes chances the moment they arrive, Rydström said. That’s where we’re taking him.
