Lyn Women delivered a commanding performance on the road on May 22, 2026, defeating Grei Women 4-1 in the Norwegian Women's Cup to advance to the next round. The visitors' attacking firepower proved too much for Grei, who struggled to contain Lyn's pace and movement throughout the first hour.

Lyn Dominate from the Outset

Lyn took control early, pressing high and forcing mistakes. The opening goal came in the 12th minute when forward Ingrid Haugland latched onto a through ball and finished calmly past the Grei goalkeeper. Lyn doubled their lead in the 28th minute when midfielder Kristine Myhre fired a fierce shot from 20 meters that skimmed off the crossbar and in. Grei managed to pull one back just before halftime, with striker Martine Solberg scoring from a corner, making it 2-1.

Second Half Clinch

Lyn restored their two-goal advantage in the 52nd minute after a defensive error allowed Haugland to claim her second of the match, tapping into an empty net. The away side continued to dominate and sealed the win in the 68th minute when substitute Anna Bakke curled a delightful free kick into the top corner. Grei pushed forward in the final stages but couldn't find a way past Lyn's organized defense.

Standout Players

• Ingrid Haugland (Lyn Women) – Scored a brace and was a constant threat in the final third, using her pace to stretch the Grei backline.
• Martine Solberg (Grei Women) – A lone bright spot for the home side with a powerful header, but lacked support.
• Anna Bakke (Lyn Women) – Came off the bench and delivered an exquisite free kick to put the tie to bed.

Cup Implications

With this victory, Lyn Women advance to the fourth round of the Norwegian Women's Cup, where they will face a top-division opponent. For Grei Women, the focus now turns entirely to their league campaign, where they sit sixth in the First Division. The result highlights Lyn's ambition as they chase silverware this season.