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| Founded | 1988 |
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| Country | Sweden |
| Confederation | UEFA |
| Number of clubs | 14 |
| Relegation to | Elitettan |
| Domestic cup | Svenska Cupen |
| International cup | UEFA Champions League |
| Current champions | FC Rosengård (14th title) (2024) |
| Most championships | FC Rosengård (14 titles) |
| Broadcaster(s) | Fanseat Viaplay |
| Website | https://www.obosdamallsvenskan.se/ |
| Current: 2025 Damallsvenskan | |
| Swedish women's football league structure |
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| Damallsvenskan (tier 1) |
| Elitettan (tier 2) |
| Division 1 (tier 3) |
| Division 2 (tier 4) |
| Division 3 (tier 5) |
| Division 4 (tier 6) |
| Division 5 (tier 7) |
| Division 6 (tier 8) |
The Damallsvenskan (Swedish: [ˈdɑ̂ːmˌalːsvɛnskan]; lit. 'Women's Allsvenskan'), known as OBOS Damallsvenskan for sponsorship reasons,[1] is the highest division of women's football in Sweden.[2] It is one of the best women's leagues in the world, and was founded in 1988.
The division consists of a league of 14 teams.[3] From 2013, the Damallsvenskan began operating on a system of promotion and relegation with the Elitettan. The two lowest placed teams are relegated to the Elitettan, and the two highest placed teams from the Elitettan are promoted in their place. Starting with the 2022 season the league has been expanded from 12 to 14 teams.[4]
The first Swedish women's national championship was played in 1973.[5] Since its inception, the Damallsvenskan has featured star players like Marta, Daniela, Nadine Angerer, Lisa De Vanna, Hope Solo, Christen Press, and Hanna Ljungberg. It is also the first women's domestic league to turn professional since its inception in 1988.[6]
The top three teams in the Damallsvenskan qualify for the UEFA Women's Champions League.[7]
Organisation
[edit]2025 clubs and stadiums
[edit]| Team | Location | Stadium | Stadium capacity[a] |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIK | Stockholm | Skytteholms IP | 5,200 |
| Alingsås | Alingsås | Mjörnvallen | 1,500 |
| Brommapojkarna | Stockholm | Grimsta IP | 5,000 |
| Djurgården | Stockholm | Stockholm Olympic Stadium | 14,417 |
| Häcken | Gothenburg | Bravida Arena | 6,500 |
| Hammarby | Stockholm | Hammarby IP | 3,700 |
| Kristianstad | Kristianstad | Kristianstads Fotbollsarena | 3,080[b] |
| Vilans IP | 5,000[b] | ||
| Linköping | Linköping | Arena Linköping | 8,500 |
| Malmö | Malmö | Malmö Stadion | 26,500 |
| Norrköping | Norrköping | PlatinumCars Arena | 17,234 |
| Piteå | Piteå | LF Arena | 6,500 |
| Rosengård | Malmö | Malmö IP | 5,700 |
| Växjo | Växjö | Visma Arena | 12,000 |
| Vittsjö | Vittsjö | Vittsjö IP | 3,000 |
- ^ According to each club information page previously available at the Swedish Football Association website for Damallsvenskan,[8] unless otherwise noted. Since May 2018 this is no longer present. Numbers were usually lower than official stadium numbers.
- ^ a b According to Kristianstad's history website.[9]
Media coverage
[edit]Games from the 2022 Damallsvenskan were broadcast on the Swedish sports television channel, Viaplay.[10] International viewers watched on Fanseat via subscription.
Previous winners
[edit]The list of Swedish champions (1973–87) and winners of the Damallsvenskan (1988–present):[11]
From 1988 to 1992 a play-off round was played. The top four teams after the regular season played a semi-final and final.
Malmö FF (until 2005), LdB FC Malmö and FC Rosengård are the same club.
Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC became BK Häcken in 2021.
Player records
[edit]Top scorers
[edit]The following is a list of top scorers (skyttedrottningar) by season.[12] Lena Videkull has won the award a record five times, while Hanna Ljungberg holds the record for most goals in a season with 39.
See also
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References
[edit]- ^ "OBOS Damallsvenskan - ett samarbete som bryter ny mark". OBOS. 2018-06-29. Archived from the original on 2018-07-28. Retrieved 2018-07-27.
- ^ "Västmanlands första damfotbollsstjärna".
- ^ "At the top of women's soccer". Sweden. Archived from the original on 2012-05-11. Retrieved 2012-08-05.
- ^ "Damallsvenskan is expanded to 14 teams". Nord News. 27 November 2020. Retrieved 27 March 2022.
- ^ "History". Swedish Football. Retrieved 15 August 2013.
- ^ "Damallsvenskan – Swedish Women's Soccer League". 13 April 2015.
- ^ "Format & regulations". UEFA. Archived from the original on July 3, 2013. Retrieved 15 August 2013.
- ^ "Damallsvenskan" (in Swedish). Swedish Football Association. Retrieved 16 April 2015.
- ^ "Kristianstads DFF – Svenskalag.se". www.kdff.nu (in Swedish). Archived from the original on 2019-10-07. Retrieved 2019-10-13.
- ^ "Så blir Viaplays storsatsning på OBOS Damallsvenskan" (in Swedish). obosdamallsvenskan.se. Retrieved 27 March 2022.
- ^ "Historik —". Svenskfotboll.se. Retrieved 2012-08-05.
- ^ "Damallsvenskan top scorers". svenskfotboll.se. Retrieved 12 October 2011.
External links
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Damallsvenskan
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History
Founding and early development
The Damallsvenskan was established in 1988 by the Swedish Football Association (SvFF) as the premier national league for women's football, marking a significant step toward professionalization in the sport. This development came in response to the growing popularity of women's football during the 1970s, when Sweden began investing in the game earlier than many other countries, including the introduction of the first national championship (SM) in 1973 following years of amateur and regional play. The league's creation was further influenced by Sweden's victory in the inaugural 1984 European Competition for Women's Football (now UEFA Women's EURO), which showcased the national team's talent on an international stage and underscored the need for a structured domestic competition to sustain momentum and support player development.[10][11][12] The inaugural 1988 season featured 12 founding teams—Öxabäck IF, Jitex BK, Malmö FF, Mallbackens IF, GAIS, Gideonsbergs IF, Strömsbro IF, Hammarby IF, IK Brage, Trollhättans BOIS IF, Sunnanå SK, and Dalhem IF—competing in a double round-robin format with each team playing 22 matches. Öxabäck IF emerged as the first champions after topping the regular season table and defeating Jitex BK in the subsequent play-off final (1-1 away, 5-1 home). This professionalized structure represented a milestone, as Damallsvenskan became the world's first semi-professional league for women, allowing for improved organization and visibility compared to the prior decentralized Division 1 system.[13][14][15] Early growth was modest but steady, with average attendance figures reflecting initial challenges in building a fanbase while integrating with the men's Allsvenskan for broader branding and promotion. From 1988 to 1995, season averages hovered between 127 and 204 spectators per match, starting at 204 in the debut year and dipping to 127 in 1994 before rebounding to 188 in 1995, indicating gradual interest amid efforts to align women's football with the established men's league ecosystem. These figures established a foundation for future expansion, emphasizing the league's role in elevating women's sport within Sweden's football culture.[14][16]Key expansions and reforms
In the mid-1990s, the Damallsvenskan underwent significant professionalization efforts, with clubs like Umeå IK introducing paid contracts for players and increasing training schedules to compete at higher levels, laying the groundwork for the league's growth as a professional entity.[17] This shift was influenced by the league's alignment with emerging European competitions, such as the UEFA Women's Cup launched in 2001, which encouraged format adjustments to better prepare teams for international play.[18] During the 2000s, the league saw increased investment in international talent, exemplified by Umeå IK's signing of Brazilian star Marta in 2004, the first such professional move for a non-European player in Sweden, boosting competitiveness and visibility.[19] These reforms emphasized youth development through the Swedish Football Association (SvFF), with mandates for academies to foster local talent alongside global recruitment, contributing to seven Damallsvenskan titles for Umeå between 2000 and 2008.[17] A major structural change occurred in 2013 with the introduction of a promotion and relegation system between the Damallsvenskan and the second-tier Elitettan, allowing the two lowest-placed teams to drop down and the top two from Elitettan to ascend, enhancing league dynamism and merit-based progression.[4] This reform coincided with rebranding initiatives to better align the women's league with the men's Allsvenskan, including unified marketing campaigns and title sponsorships to elevate the women's game's profile and commercial appeal.[16] The league expanded from 12 to 14 teams ahead of the 2022 season, increasing the number of matches per team to 26 and aiming to deepen the talent pool and raise the overall level of competition.[20] Recent developments include adaptations to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, when the season was delayed from April to June 27 and played without crowds to comply with health protocols, maintaining the full 22-match schedule per team while prioritizing player safety.[21] In 2023, equality initiatives advanced with the SvFF ensuring equal financial compensation, including prize money, for men's and women's national teams in international competitions, reflecting broader efforts to promote gender equity in Swedish football.[22]Competition format
League structure and scheduling
The Damallsvenskan operates as a single-division league featuring 14 teams, each competing in a double round-robin format where every club plays the others twice—once at home and once away—resulting in 26 matches per team over the course of the season.[23][24] The season typically runs from late March to mid-November, aligning with the European football calendar to incorporate breaks for international commitments and continental competitions. For the 2025 season, matches commenced on March 23 and concluded on November 16, with pauses integrated around key events such as the UEFA Women's EURO 2025 in July and August, as well as standard FIFA international windows in June, September, and October.[25][1] This structure ensures that Swedish national team players and those involved in UEFA Women's Champions League qualifiers—usually starting in early August for league champions and runners-up—face minimal disruptions, allowing clubs to release players without forfeiting domestic fixtures. Standings are determined solely by points accumulated (three for a win, one for a draw), with no playoff system in place for the title since the format stabilized in its current league-only structure post-2015 reforms. In cases of tied points, tie-breakers are applied sequentially: first by goal difference, then by total goals scored.[1] Clubs must meet Swedish Football Association (SvFF) licensing standards for participation, including venue requirements that mandate stadiums with adequate facilities such as floodlights, seating for at least 1,000 spectators in many cases, and compliance with safety and accessibility norms. Many teams share infrastructure with their men's counterparts, such as Grimsta IP for IF Brommapojkarna or Tele2 Arena for Djurgården, to optimize resources while adhering to these elite-level criteria.[26][27]Promotion, relegation, and qualification
The Damallsvenskan features a promotion and relegation system with Elitettan, the second tier of Swedish women's football. In the 14-team format, the two teams finishing in the bottom two positions—13th and 14th—are automatically relegated to Elitettan at the conclusion of the season, while the 12th-placed team enters a two-legged promotion/relegation playoff against the 3rd-placed team from Elitettan. This mechanism ensures competitive balance by allowing underperforming clubs to drop down and make way for stronger challengers from the lower division. Promotion from Elitettan operates on an automatic basis for the top two finishers, who ascend to the Damallsvenskan for the following season, with the 3rd-placed team contesting the playoff against the Damallsvenskan's 12th-placed team. This system promotes merit-based entry and has facilitated the rise of clubs like AIK and Trelleborg FF in recent years. For international qualification, the Damallsvenskan champion earns direct entry to the league phase of the UEFA Women's Champions League, reflecting Sweden's strong ranking among European associations. The runners-up and third-placed team receive spots in the qualifying rounds, typically starting from the second or third qualifying round depending on the draw. This three-team allocation stems from UEFA's 2021/22 reforms, which expanded participation to 72 clubs overall and increased access for top-ranked nations like Sweden based on five-year association coefficients.[28] The promotion and relegation framework was established in 2013, marking the first implementation of vertical movement between the Damallsvenskan and Elitettan after years of operating as a relatively closed top division since its founding in 1988. Prior to 2013, the league focused on internal competition without routine demotions, emphasizing stability during its early expansions in the 1990s.Governing body and organization
Administration by the Swedish Football Association
The Swedish Football Association (SvFF), founded in 1904 as the national governing body for football in Sweden, administers the Damallsvenskan as the highest division of women's football within its organizational framework.[29] The league operates under SvFF's department for women's and girls' football, which coordinates development, competitions, and compliance with international standards set by FIFA and UEFA.[30] This structure ensures integrated oversight, with SvFF collaborating with Elitfotboll Dam (EFD), the interest organization for elite women's clubs founded in 1978, to represent participating teams in administrative decisions.[31] Key personnel in the administration include SvFF's board, elected at the annual representative assembly (Representantskapsmötet), which comprises delegates from districts, elite clubs, and the association's leadership; as of 2025, the board is chaired by President Simon Åström, with members including representatives focused on women's football initiatives.[30] The EFD, which supports league operations, is led by Secretary General Jenny Hermansson, appointed in 2025 to drive strategic growth in women's elite football.[32] SvFF's disciplinary committee, composed of elected members with expertise in football regulations, adjudicates breaches such as match-fixing or unsportsmanlike conduct in the Damallsvenskan, with appeals possible to higher UEFA or FIFA bodies.[33] Rule-making for the Damallsvenskan involves proposals reviewed and approved at SvFF's annual congress, where format changes—like scheduling adjustments or qualification criteria—are voted on by representatives from member districts and elite organizations to maintain competitive balance.[34] Anti-doping policies are fully aligned with FIFA's Anti-Doping Regulations, with SvFF responsible for implementing testing protocols, education programs, and sanctions during league matches and training.[35] Historically, SvFF oversaw the Damallsvenskan's transition from an amateur regional series (Division 1, 1978–1987) to semi-professional status in 1988, introducing player contracts and centralized organization that positioned it as a pioneering model for women's football globally.[18] This shift under SvFF's guidance facilitated the league's growth while adhering to evolving professional standards.Financial and regulatory aspects
The Damallsvenskan's economic model relies on centralized revenue streams managed by Elitfotboll Dam (EFD), the body representing elite women's clubs in Sweden. Primary sources include title sponsorships and broadcasting agreements, with OBOS serving as the league's title sponsor for the 2025 season, rebranding it as the OBOS Damallsvenskan. Additionally, EFD holds a five-year pan-Nordic broadcasting rights deal with the Viaplay Group, covering live matches and expiring in 2026, which contributes significantly to league-wide funding.[36] Prize money distribution emphasizes competitive equity, with a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) for elite women's football implemented in 2024 that aligns compensation structures more closely with the men's Allsvenskan, including equalization efforts initiated in 2023. Under this framework, champions receive enhanced awards, distributed to promote financial stability across clubs.[37] Regulatory aspects are overseen by the Swedish Football Association (SvFF) in alignment with international standards. Player contracts adhere to the 2024 CBA, which sets minimum standards for wages, injury insurance, and working conditions to professionalize the league. Transfers comply with FIFA's Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP), ensuring contractual stability, training compensation, and solidarity mechanisms for youth development.[38] Furthermore, diversity initiatives include guidelines under the Swedish Sports Confederation's gender equality plan, promoting balanced representation in coaching staff without strict quotas but through targeted programs to increase female leadership roles.[39] In January 2025, EFD rejected a proposed 25-year commercial joint venture for centralized rights management, citing concerns over club autonomy and long-term control.[36] In the 2020s, the league encountered funding gaps exacerbated by events like the COVID-19 pandemic and the impending end of major sponsorships, such as Svenska Spel's 15-year partnership with EFD concluding at the end of 2026. These challenges have been mitigated by government grants aimed at advancing gender equality in sports, including a SEK 500 million crisis package in 2020 for affected organizations and recent commitments to support women's football infrastructure, such as funding for a potential Women's European Championship hosted in Sweden.[40][41][42]Participating clubs
Current clubs in the 2025 season
The 2025 OBOS Damallsvenskan season features 14 teams competing in Sweden's top women's football league, following the expansion to this format in 2022 and the promotion of two clubs from Elitettan. The league includes established powerhouses, mid-table contenders from the previous season, and newcomers aiming to make an impact. FC Rosengård enters as the defending champions after a dominant 2024 campaign, where they won 25 of 26 matches. Malmö FF and Alingsås IF FF join as the promoted sides, having secured direct promotion by finishing first and second in Elitettan 2024, respectively.[43] The participating clubs, their home cities, and their final positions in the 2024 Damallsvenskan (where applicable) are listed below. Teams are ordered alphabetically for clarity.| Team | Home City | 2024 Finish |
|---|---|---|
| AIK | Stockholm | 12th |
| Alingsås IF FF | Alingsås | Promoted (Elitettan 2nd) |
| BK Häcken FF | Gothenburg | 2nd |
| Djurgårdens IF | Stockholm | 7th |
| FC Rosengård | Malmö | 1st (Champions) |
| Hammarby IF | Stockholm | 3rd |
| IF Brommapojkarna | Stockholm | 11th |
| IFK Norrköping FK | Norrköping | 5th |
| Kristianstads DFF | Kristianstad | 4th |
| Linköpings FC | Linköping | 9th |
| Malmö FF | Malmö | Promoted (Elitettan 1st) |
| Piteå IF DFF | Piteå | 6th |
| Växjö DFF | Växjö | 8th |
| Vittsjö GIK | Vittsjö | 10th |
Historical clubs and mergers
Throughout its history, the Damallsvenskan has seen several clubs cease operations due to financial difficulties, contributing to a dynamic landscape where teams rise and fall. One prominent example is Tyresö FF, which achieved success by winning the league title in 2012 but withdrew from the 2014 season amid severe financial strain and was declared bankrupt in June of that year.[46][47] Similarly, Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC, after securing their first Damallsvenskan championship in 2020, dissolved their senior team in December of the same year, citing inability to compete financially with larger European clubs, which led to the release of all players as free agents.[48][49] These collapses highlight the economic vulnerabilities faced by women's professional teams in Sweden, often exacerbated by limited sponsorship and revenue streams. Mergers have also played a key role in reshaping the league's structure, allowing for greater resource sharing and sustainability. In 2013, LdB FC Malmö, a dominant force with multiple titles, merged with FC Rosengård 1917, adopting the latter's name while inheriting LdB's elite women's squad and infrastructure, which helped consolidate operations in Malmö.[50][51] Another significant integration occurred with Hammarby IF, where the women's section merged with the men's football operations in 2017 to form a unified Hammarby Fotboll entity, enhancing administrative support and facilities access for the women's team.[52] Earlier, in the mid-2000s, Djurgårdens IF merged with Älvsjö AIK to create Djurgården/Älvsjö, combining the former's organizational backing with the latter's competitive women's program, which propelled the new entity to UEFA Women's Cup success in 2005.[52] These mergers and dissolutions have influenced the league's evolution, particularly in the 2000s and 2010s, by reducing the number of independent amateur or semi-professional outfits and promoting more stable, professionally managed clubs backed by larger multi-sport organizations. This consolidation has generally improved competitive balance and financial resilience, though it has also concentrated talent in fewer powerhouses.[19][53]Seasons and results
Overview of past seasons
The Damallsvenskan, Sweden's premier women's football league, has completed 37 full seasons since its inception in 1988, with the 2025 season marking the 38th edition, which concluded on November 16, 2025.[54] Early years featured a mix of regional clubs vying for supremacy, with Malmö FF establishing early dominance by securing four league titles between 1990 and 1994, reflecting the league's initial growth amid limited professional infrastructure.[55] This period saw the introduction of playoffs from 1988 to 1992, where the top four teams competed for the championship, adding intensity to the regular season format of 12 teams playing a double round-robin.[56] Overall, the league has maintained a historical average of approximately 3 goals per match, underscoring its competitive balance and emphasis on attacking play.[1] From the early 2000s, Umeå IK emerged as the defining force, capturing seven Damallsvenskan titles between 2000 and 2008, including three consecutive wins from 2000 to 2002 and four straight from 2005 to 2008.[17] This era highlighted a shift toward professionalism, with Umeå investing in player contracts and attracting international talent like Brazilian star Marta, who joined in 2004 and propelled the club to two UEFA Women's Champions League victories in 2003–04 and 2006–07.[17] The decade's trends included rising European exposure for Swedish clubs, though Umeå's dominance waned after 2008 due to financial strains and key departures, allowing rivals like Linköpings FC and LdB FC Malmö (now FC Rosengård) to claim titles in the late 2000s and early 2010s.[17] The 2010s correlated with heightened international success for Swedish players and clubs, influenced by transfers to elite European sides such as Olympique Lyonnais, exemplified by all-time leading scorer Lotta Schelin's move from Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC to Lyon in 2008, which boosted the global profile of Damallsvenskan talent.[19] Clubs like Tyresö FF reached the 2014 UEFA Women's Champions League final, while the league adapted to a stable 12-team format until expansion to 14 teams in 2022 to enhance competitiveness.[19] The 2020 season faced significant disruption from the COVID-19 pandemic, with the campaign postponed from its planned April start to June, yet completing a full schedule amid health protocols.[57] Entering the 2020s, the Damallsvenskan has benefited from the momentum of Sweden's strong showings in major tournaments, including the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup, contributing to broader interest in women's football and gradual attendance growth, though specific league-wide figures remain modest compared to men's counterparts.[58] FC Rosengård's continued success, with multiple titles including 2024, alongside emerging challengers like BK Häcken, signals a more distributed competitive landscape, with the league prioritizing youth development and international recruitment to sustain its reputation as one of Europe's oldest professional women's competitions.[58]List of champions and runners-up
The Damallsvenskan has crowned a champion annually since its launch in 1988, with the title initially decided by playoffs among the top four teams until 1992, after which it has been awarded to the regular-season winner. FC Rosengård holds the record for most titles with 14 (including those won under predecessor names LdB FC and Malmö FF in the Damallsvenskan era), followed by Umeå IK with 7 and Älvsjö AIK with 5.[1][59] The table below lists the champion, runner-up, top scorer (with goals), and margin of victory (points difference between first and second place, or playoff result where applicable) for each season. Top scorer data is sourced from official league records where available; early seasons (pre-1995) have limited verified records due to historical documentation.[60]| Season | Champion | Runner-up | Top scorer (goals) | Margin of victory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Öxabäck IF | Jitex BK | Lena Videkull (Öxabäck/Mark IF, 24) | Playoff (Öxabäck won final 3-1 on aggregate) |
| 1989 | Jitex BK | Malmö FF | Eleonor Hultin (Jitex BK, 25) | Playoff (Jitex won final 2-0) |
| 1990 | Malmö FF | Öxabäck IF | Lena Videkull (Malmö FF, 21) | Playoff (Malmö won final 4-2 on aggregate) |
| 1991 | Malmö FF | Jitex BK | Lena Videkull (Malmö FF, 28) | Playoff (Malmö won final 5-3 on aggregate) |
| 1992 | Gideonsbergs IF | Öxabäck/Mark IF | Not available | Playoff (Gideonsberg won final 1-0) |
| 1993 | Malmö FF | Jitex BK/JG93 | Anneli Andelén (Öxabäck/Mark IF, 29) | 3 points |
| 1994 | Malmö FF | Hammarby IF DFF | Anneli Andelén (Öxabäck/Mark IF, 33) | 5 points |
| 1995 | Älvsjö AIK | Gideonsbergs IF | Annelie Wahlgren (Bälinge IF, 27) | 4 points |
| 1996 | Älvsjö AIK | Malmö FF | Lena Videkull (Malmö FF, 23) | 2 points |
| 1997 | Älvsjö AIK | Malmö FF | Annelie Wahlgren (Bälinge IF, 22) | 6 points |
| 1998 | Älvsjö AIK | Malmö FF | Victoria Svensson (Älvsjö AIK, 32) | 7 points |
| 1999 | Älvsjö AIK | Umeå IK | Luiza Pendyk (Malmö FF, 29) | 5 points |
| 2000 | Umeå IK | Malmö FF | Luiza Pendyk (Malmö FF, 25) | 8 points |
| 2001 | Umeå IK | Malmö FF | Victoria Svensson (Älvsjö AIK, 34) | 10 points |
| 2002 | Umeå IK | Malmö FF | Hanna Ljungberg (Umeå IK, 39) | 12 points |
| 2003 | Djurgården/Älvsjö | Umeå IK | Victoria Svensson (Djurgården/Älvsjö, 23) | 3 points |
| 2004 | Djurgården/Älvsjö | Umeå IK | Laura Kalmari (Umeå IK, 22) | 1 point |
| 2005 | Umeå IK | Malmö FF | Marta (Umeå IK, 21) | 9 points |
| 2006 | Umeå IK | Djurgården/Älvsjö | Lotta Schelin (Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC, 21) | 4 points |
| 2007 | Umeå IK | Djurgårdens DFF | Lotta Schelin (Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC, 26) | 5 points |
| 2008 | Umeå IK | Linköpings FC | Marta (Umeå IK, 23) | 2 points |
| 2009 | Linköpings FC | Umeå IK | Linnea Liljegärd (Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC, 22) | 3 points |
| 2010 | LdB FC Malmö | Göteborg FC | Manon Melis (LdB FC Malmö, 25) | 6 points |
| 2011 | LdB FC Malmö | Göteborg FC | Manon Melis (LdB FC Malmö, 16) | 4 points |
| 2012 | Tyresö FF | LdB FC Malmö | Anja Mittag (LdB FC Malmö, 21) | 7 points |
| 2013 | LdB FC Malmö | Tyresö FF | Christen Press (Tyresö FF, 23) | 5 points |
| 2014 | FC Rosengård | KIF Örebro | Anja Mittag (FC Rosengård, 21) | 8 points |
| 2015 | FC Rosengård | Eskilstuna United | Gaëlle Enganamouit (Eskilstuna United DFF, 18) | 10 points |
| 2016 | Linköpings FC | FC Rosengård | Pernille Harder (Linköping FC, 23) | 1 point |
| 2017 | Linköpings FC | FC Rosengård | Tabitha Chawinga (Kvarnsvedens IK, 24) | 2 points |
| 2018 | Piteå IF | Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC | Anja Mittag (FC Rosengård, 17) | 3 points |
| 2019 | FC Rosengård | Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC | Anna Anvegård (FC Rosengård, 14) | 4 points |
| 2020 | Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC | FC Rosengård | Anna Anvegård (FC Rosengård, 16) | 2 points |
| 2021 | FC Rosengård | BK Häcken | Stina Blackstenius (BK Häcken, 17) | 6 points |
| 2022 | FC Rosengård | BK Häcken | Amalie Vangsgaard (Linköpings FC, 22) | 7 points |
| 2023 | Hammarby IF DFF | BK Häcken | Cathinka Tandberg (Linköpings FC, 19) | 1 point |
| 2024 | FC Rosengård | BK Häcken | Momoko Tanikawa (FC Rosengård, 16) | 11 points |
| 2025 | BK Häcken | Hammarby IF | Felicia Schröder (BK Häcken, 30) | 4 points |