Both camps expect a match with a lot of emotions and tactical struggle.

Södertälje's head coach Ludwig Degernäs has great respect for the opponents' tactical leaders.

- Borås is well coached by Henrik Svensson, so I think it will be a hard fight.

We have to stop their point guards and control the return, says Degernäs to SVT Sport.

Stop the stars

Dealing with experienced stars such as Viktor and Anton Gaddefors, Martin Pahlmblad and Dino Pita can be a tough task for Henrik Svensson and his men.

- We expect a very physical match, but also a lot of tactical adjustments during the match.

Our main challenge will be to keep focus in the defensive game and handle all of Södertälje's stars, says Borås Basket's head coach.

Manage your favorite

Anrika Södertälje won a total of five Swedish Championship gold medals between the years 2013 and 2019, and is tipped favorite this season, by SVT's expert Elisabeth Egnell, among others.

- As a coach and player in SBBK, they are something you have to learn to handle.

With strong characters like our Swedish backbone with Martin, Anton, Viktor, Dino and Lazar, that team gives great security and quality to be able to handle the favorite, says Ludwig Degernäs.

The coaching colleague in Borås is particularly pleased with his powerful forward William Gutenius, who has opened the season strongly.

- He has been very good and taken steps forward, says Henrik Svensson to SVT Sport.

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