Ivorian forward Ibrahim Diabaté extends scoring streak as GAIS dominate Halmstads

GAIS maintained their strong form in the Swedish top flight with a commanding 3-0 home victory over Halmstads BK on Matchday 17 at Gamla Ullevi, with striker Ibrahim Diabaté once again at the heart of the action.

The Ivorian forward, who has been in relentless form, struck the third goal of the match in the 64th minute to seal a comprehensive win for the Makrillarna.

It marked his fourth goal in just three consecutive games, reinforcing his status as one of the most prolific attackers in the Allsvenskan this season.

Diabaté’s latest strike adds to his remarkable tally of 14 goals and 3 assists in 17 league appearances — a return that has placed him firmly atop the scoring charts in Sweden’s premier division.

His clinical finishing and commanding presence in the final third continue to be central to GAIS’s impressive campaign.

The match began with GAIS asserting early control, pressing high and dictating the rhythm of play.

Their pressure paid off with two first-half goals that put them in a comfortable position heading into the break.

Diabaté, leading the line with confidence and purpose, remained a constant threat, unsettling the Halmstads defence with his sharp movement and strength.

In the second half, the 26-year-old forward delivered yet again.

Picking up the ball in a central position, Diabaté timed his run to perfection, slotting home to put the result beyond doubt and send the home crowd into celebration.

His goal-scoring run has been a decisive factor in GAIS’s current trajectory, with the team now eyeing a potential push toward the upper end of the table.

Diabaté’s ability to convert chances and link up with teammates has given GAIS a reliable cutting edge in attack, turning tight contests in their favour.

With the season entering its critical phase, Diabaté’s consistency will be key to sustaining GAIS’s momentum.

As defences around the league scramble to find answers, the Ivorian striker continues to lead by example — his form suggesting he is far from done.

The victory over Halmstads extends GAIS’s unbeaten run and highlights the growing confidence within the squad.

And at the heart of it all stands Ibrahim Diabaté, a player whose performances are not just turning heads, but defining matches.