GAIS led against Halmstad at Gamla Ullevi but lost points to a stoppage-time penalty. Henry Sletsjöe scored in the 52nd minute, but Rocco Ascone equalized from the spot in added time. The match ended 1-1.
What happened in the game?
GAIS took the lead in the second half when Robert Frosti Thorkelsson found Henry Sletsjöe, who slotted in the 1-0. Halmstad responded with a penalty in stoppage time, where Rocco Ascone equalized to 1-1. The referee pointed to the spot in the second minute of added time, giving Halmstad a point.
Why is it important for GAIS?
GAIS are 13th in Allsvenskan with 0 points after two games (0 wins, 0 draws, 2 losses). They have scored 1 goal and conceded 4, giving them a goal difference of -3. The point was crucial for Halmstad, who are now three points above the relegation playoff spot.
What does Stuart Baxter say?
– We’ve conceded many goals early in the second half. I thought I was going to faint when we did it again. But I’m pleased with how we responded, says Stuart Baxter.
Henry Sletsjöe, who scored the goal, criticized the team’s performance in the final stages of matches.
– We become cowardly and disorganized. We only have ourselves to blame, he says.
What’s next?
GAIS’s next match is at home against Malmö FF on August 16, 2026. Malmö FF are second in the table.
