In the 2007/2008 season, Hammarby's men won the SM gold in handball.
And since then, the trophy cabinet has echoed empty.
But ahead of the return match at home in the Swedish Cup, Hammarby leads the final after beating Kristianstad 31-30.
If "Bajen" succeeds in winning again, they secure the first title in 15 years.
- For Hammarby it is extremely big, Kristianstad probably takes it a little easier than Bajen.
It is a feat if Hammarby wins, says SVT expert Mikaela Mässing.
What results do you believe in?
- I think Kristianstad will win, even though Hammarby did well away and has home advantage.
But Kristianstad should take it considering the squad.
What does Kristianstad need to do to turn this around?
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They need to cope with the pressure that will be in the hall.
But if they play better than they did at home, they will win.
How big would it have been for Hammarby if they had won?
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For Hammarby it is extremely big, Kristianstad probably takes it a little easier than Bajen.
It is a feat if Hammarby wins.
Before the match, it is completely sold out in Eriksdalshallen and it is expected to be a good crowd.
How do you think audience pressure affects?
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Even if Bajen has good pressure, they are sometimes perplexed by it themselves.
But there are usually even matches in Eriksdalshallen, says Mässing.
SVT broadcasts the cup final in men's handball on SVT Play from 18:00.