Kongsvinger edged Eidsvold Turn 3-2 in a gripping Norwegian SAS Braathens Cup tie on September 17, 2026, turning a tense second-half battle into a late away win. The final score of Eidsvold Turn 2-3 Kongsvinger sends the visitors through, while the hosts are left to reflect on a brave cup performance that fell just short.

A five-goal cup thriller

The SAS Braathens Cup is known for giving lower-division clubs a chance to test themselves against stronger opposition, and Eidsvold Turn embraced that opportunity at Myhrer Stadion. They started with energy, pressed Kongsvinger high and refused to sit back despite the gap in league level. Kongsvinger, meanwhile, looked dangerous whenever they moved the ball quickly through midfield, and the game developed into an open, end-to-end contest.

For long spells, the match looked like it could swing either way. Eidsvold Turn’s supporters created a cup-night atmosphere, and their team responded with direct attacking and committed defensive work. Kongsvinger’s extra quality in the final third ultimately made the difference, but only after they had been forced to respond to repeated setbacks.

Match overview

Kongsvinger controlled more of the ball, but Eidsvold Turn were sharper in transition during the opening half. The hosts scored first and later equalised at 2-2, setting up a nervous finish. Kongsvinger’s ability to create chances from wide areas and set pieces proved decisive, especially in the closing stages when the tie appeared headed for extra time.

The result adds another memorable chapter to the cup’s recent history and gives Kongsvinger momentum ahead of their next domestic fixture. For Eidsvold Turn, the performance will be a source of pride even though the final score went against them.

Key moments

• 12' – Eidsvold Turn 1-0: Mathias Berg reacted quickest inside the box after a low cross was only half-cleared, finishing confidently from close range.
• 34' – Eidsvold Turn 1-1: Adrian Storm levelled for Kongsvinger with a composed strike from the edge of the area after a patient build-up.
• 51' – Eidsvold Turn 1-2: Kristian Jahr put Kongsvinger ahead, arriving late in the box to convert a cross from the right.
• 73' – Eidsvold Turn 2-2: Ola Nyberg restored parity for the hosts, turning home a rebound after Kongsvinger’s goalkeeper had made a strong initial save.
• 88' – Eidsvold Turn 2-3: Marcus Hovde won it for Kongsvinger, heading in from a corner to break Eidsvold Turn’s resistance late on.

Tactical story

Eidsvold Turn set up in a compact 4-4-2, looking to deny space between the lines and launch quick counters through their wide players. That approach worked well for periods, especially when Kongsvinger’s full-backs pushed high and left room behind. The hosts’ equaliser came from exactly that kind of transition moment, with Nyberg alert to the loose ball.

Kongsvinger used a 4-3-3 and gradually imposed themselves through midfield rotations. Their best spells came when they switched play quickly and forced Eidsvold Turn to defend deep. The winning goal came from a set piece, an area Kongsvinger had targeted throughout the second half. It was a practical, professional way to settle a cup tie that had threatened to slip away.

Standout players

Marcus Hovde was Kongsvinger’s hero, not only for the late winner but also for his all-round link play. Adrian Storm and Kristian Jahr were influential in midfield and attack, while the goalkeeper made important saves at 2-2. For Eidsvold Turn, Mathias Berg and Ola Nyberg took their goals well, and the defence deserve credit for making a higher-ranked opponent work until the final minutes.

What the result means

Kongsvinger advance in the SAS Braathens Cup and will take confidence from scoring three away goals in a tricky environment. Eidsvold Turn exit the competition, but their display underlined why cup fixtures remain so important for lower-division clubs: they offer exposure, intensity and a benchmark against stronger opposition. In the broader season picture, Kongsvinger can now turn their attention back to league form with renewed belief, while Eidsvold Turn will look to carry the same fighting spirit into their next Liga 3 fixture.