Viktor Claesson belonged to Elfsborg for five years and was himself involved and managed to win a SM gold in his first season in the Allsvenskan before he left the Borås club in 2017 for adventures abroad. When SVT Sport reaches him, he is ready for the Allsvenskan final sprint.
– I believe in SM gold and believe that there are good opportunities for celebrations already on Sunday. Facing Degerfors at home is a big advantage compared to Häcken away, says the national team member.
“That’s wonderful”
How big is a SM gold for Elfsborg and Borås as a city?
– Enormous, of course, to be able to beat all big city teams and show that long-termism pays off in the long run. Borås will be in euphoria and that has also been seen in the audience figures lately. It’s wonderful, says Claesson.
In the middle of August this year, another national team player, Gustaf Lagerbielke, left Elfsborg for Scottish big club Celtic. The centre-back has his sights set on the gold.
– I will definitely follow the match. I believe in SM gold, it’s a positive feeling, we’re in good shape and you’ve fought and given everything for each other, says Lagerbielke to SVT Sport.
“Everything has its time”
Would you like to join now?
– No, I had a fantastic time there, but now they have done great. I’m happy for everyone in the team. Everything has its time and I am satisfied.
He emphasizes that the city of Borås needs this gold.
– It would have been very big, Borås will become more of a football city. The fans who have been there when the going gets tough deserve this.
SVT Sport reports live Häcken-Malmö and Elfsborg-Degerfors on Sunday.