The newcomer Leksand has had a heavy season in SHL, and is after 38 games played last in the series, two points after Oskarshamn and another five points after Linköping above the qualifying line.

That's why Melin had almost been waiting to get fired, something he got during Sunday.

- It's understandable that they have to do something, so it's no wonder, he tells SVT Sport.

So you were not surprised?

- No the opposite. I am surprised that I have been left for so long. Considering how the results have been, it's no wonder that something has to happen.