AIK Squad Announced & How to Watch the Match

AIK Fotboll will be without a significant number of players for their upcoming match, as evidenced by the team’s released squad list and injury report. A total of 16 players are unavailable for selection, either through injury or other reasons, leaving a relatively thin squad for the Allsvenskan contest.

The confirmed squad of 18 players for the match includes centre-back Sotirios Papagiannopoulos, a key figure in the AIK defense. The 35-year-aged Swede, who has been with the club since 2020, brings experience and stability to the backline. He has made 149 appearances for AIK, scoring four goals. Papagiannopoulos’s career also includes stints with Östersunds FK and Copenhagen, as well as five caps for the Swedish national team.

Alongside Papagiannopoulos, the squad features Lukas Bergquist, Johan Hove, Charlie Pavey, Sixten Gustafsson, Abdihakim Ali, Erik Flataker, Stanley Wilson, Ibrahim Cissé, Linus Järeteg, Kevin Filling, Kalle Joelsson (goalkeeper), Áron Csongvai, Zadok Yohanna, Ahmad Faqa, Norton Otterud (AIK U), Mohammed Shilla, Liam Rådvall (AIK U), and Taha Ayari. Yannick Geiger also makes the list.

Although, the extensive list of absentees paints a concerning picture for AIK. Victor Andersson and Henry Atola are listed as unavailable, with no specific reason given. More significantly, a wave of injuries has sidelined several key players. Dino Beširović, Bersant Celina, Eskil Edh, Martin Ellingsen, Emmanuel Gono, Adrian Helm, Axel Kouame, Amel Mujanic, Fredrik Nissen, and Andreas Redkin are all currently injured. Mads Thychosen is also sidelined due to injury. Kristoffer Nordfeldt and Wilmer Olofsson are not included in the squad, again without a stated reason.

The sheer number of players unavailable raises questions about the depth of the AIK squad and the potential impact on their performance. The reliance on youth players, as evidenced by the inclusion of Norton Otterud and Liam Rådvall from the AIK U team, suggests that coach Henning Berg is forced to appear to the academy to fill the gaps. This situation could present a challenge, particularly against a fully fit opponent.

Fans wishing to attend the match at Borås Arena will need to purchase tickets on the day of the game, as no pre-sale tickets are available. For those unable to attend in person, the match will be broadcast on TV4, as are all Allsvenskan 2026 games. TV4 is also offering a special promotion that benefits AIK Fotboll financially for those who sign up through a provided link.

The club has provided a detailed squad status report for week 12, accessible via their official website, offering further insight into the condition of the injured players and potential return dates. However, the current situation clearly presents a significant hurdle for AIK as they navigate a challenging period with a depleted squad. The reliance on younger players and the absence of several key contributors will undoubtedly test the team’s resilience and tactical flexibility.

Papagiannopoulos’s continued presence provides a degree of reassurance, but even his experience may not be enough to fully compensate for the loss of so many teammates. The upcoming match will be a crucial test of AIK’s ability to overcome adversity and maintain their competitive edge in the Allsvenskan.