Hallbys secured a 36:34 victory over Redbergslids in the Swedish Cup on Friday. The result gives the hosts a second win against their opponents in as many days. It keeps Hallbys at the top of the league table while Redbergslids remain in second place.
The two sides met just three days earlier on 26 August. Back then Hallbys won 22:25, and they made it two from two today. The higher scoreline suggests a more open game, though the margin remained narrow.
Hallbys sit first with five points from three games. They have two wins and one loss. Redbergslids are second on four points from three matches, with two wins and a draw. The gap between them stays at one point.
Redbergslids have not lost since the season began. Their draw against Winslöfs in March was their only dropped points. They will be disappointed not to add to their unbeaten run here.
Hallbys showed resilience after their earlier cup defeat. They tightened things up when it mattered, and the old head settled them down in the closing stages. A win like this will make life awkward for anyone trying to catch them.