STOCKHOLM (Interstat) — Sandvikens AIK opened its Superettan season with a 2-1 comeback victory over Umea FC Akademi on Saturday, defying pregame projections.

Playing at Umeå Energi Arena SOL, the home side took a lead just 60 seconds into the match on a goal from Eythor Bjørgolfsson. The score held until the 55th minute when Sandvikens substitute Christopher Redenstrand equalized. Johan Arvidsson, another substitute, scored just a minute later to secure the win for the visitors. Bjørgolfsson also recorded an assist.

The result was an upset, as statistical models heavily favored Umea FC Akademi to win. The match was marred by eight yellow cards, with seven issued after the 76th minute. Sandvikens AIK begins the campaign 1-0-0, while Umea FC Akademi starts 0-1-0.