Story Summary
Jonas Arntzen started in Örebro’s 5-1 away win after it had been decided before the match against Färjestad that he would play Tuesday against Timrå. Filip Larsson had started the season opener and was replaced in the second period, with Arntzen taking over. Arntzen praised Larsson’s pre-season form and described his own highest level as “one of the best in the league”, while stressing the need for greater consistency and continued mental work.
Key Facts
- Jonas Arntzen started in Örebro’s 5-1 away win against Timrå.
- Örebro had begun the season with a 7-0 loss in the series opener.
- Filip Larsson was the starter in the series opener and was replaced in the second period, with Arntzen taking over.
- Arntzen confirmed it was decided before the match against Färjestad that he would start on Tuesday against Timrå.
- Arntzen praised Filip Larsson, noting Larsson’s strong pre-season and earlier performances.
- Arntzen says his highest level is ” one of the best in the league” but acknowledges he must produce that level more consistently and that much of the work is mental.
- Örebro’s next match is scheduled for Thursday and will be the club’s home premiere for the season; it remains to be seen which goalkeeper will start.
IHM Discussion
Arntzen’s comments frame a clear internal competition for Örebro’s starting role. He publicly supports Filip Larsson, underlining that one difficult result should not define a goalkeeper, while also making a confident case for himself by highlighting the quality of his peak performances. His stated priority is to reduce the gap between that peak and his regular level through greater consistency and mental work.
Why It Matters
A 5-1 away win gives Örebro a positive response after the 7-0 opening loss. Arntzen’s comments also make clear that the contest for the starting role remains open, with consistency likely to be central as the season develops.
Mini Q&A
Did Jonas Arntzen play in the recent win and what was the score?
Yes. Jonas Arntzen started and Örebro won 5-1 away against Timrå.
Who started the series opener and what happened there?
Filip Larsson started the series opener, which ended in a 7-0 loss for Örebro.
Was Arntzen’s start against Timrå pre-planned?
Arntzen confirmed it had been decided before the match against Färjestad that he would start the Tuesday game against Timrå.
What does Arntzen say about his own level?
Arntzen says his highest level is ” one of the best in the league” but acknowledges he must hold that level more often and work on the mental side.
Coach Mark Comment
The important point for Örebro is that both goaltenders remain supported while the competition stays demanding. Arntzen has identified consistency and mental preparation as key areas; the next starts will show how well he can sustain that standard.
What Comes Next
Örebro’s next fixture is on Thursday and will be the club’s home opener for the season. The immediate question is which of Jonas Arntzen and Filip Larsson will start in goal.
IHM Final View
Jonas Arntzen’s 5-1 win and confident assessment of his peak level put further focus on Örebro’s competition in goal. His own acknowledgement of inconsistent periods keeps the emphasis on whether he can sustain that level as the season moves on.