Fredrikstad secured a 2-1 victory over local rivals Sarpsborg 08 in the Norwegian SAS Braathens Cup on March 9, 2026. The match result saw Fredrikstad advance in the domestic cup competition after a hard-fought derby clash that kicked off at 01:00. The home side took control early and managed to hold off a late surge from Sarpsborg to claim the win. Key moments included two first-half goals for Fredrikstad that established a commanding lead, though Sarpsborg pulled one back in the second half to set up a tense finish. The match was a typical cup tie with high intensity, and the result will be a boost for Fredrikstad's ambitions in the tournament this season. The head-to-head record between these Østfold rivals adds another chapter with this result.