Kristiansund BK 1-2 Viking: Visitors Claim Vital Eliteserien Victory

On May 25, 2026, Viking secured a hard-fought 2-1 away win against Kristiansund BK in the Norwegian Eliteserien. The result extended Viking’s strong start to the season and left Kristiansund searching for consistency at home.

Match Overview

Played at Kristiansund Stadion, the match was an open contest from the first whistle. Viking showed their intent early, pressing high and forcing Kristiansund into defensive errors. The visitors took the lead in the 22nd minute when striker Lars-Jørgen Salvesen latched onto a through ball and slotted past the goalkeeper.

Kristiansund responded well and found an equalizer just before halftime. A corner kick was flicked on by Bendik Bye, and Marius Hagen was on hand to head home from close range. The home crowd roared as the teams went into the break level at 1-1.

Second Half Drama

The second half saw both sides create chances, but it was Viking who regained the lead in the 67th minute. A swift counter-attack ended with Zlatko Tripić cutting inside and curling a fine shot into the far corner. Kristiansund pushed for another equalizer but were unable to break down a resilient Viking defense.

Viking’s goalkeeper Patrik Gunnarsson made crucial saves late on to preserve the lead. The win moved Viking into the top half of the Eliteserien table, while Kristiansund slipped into the relegation zone.

Key Takeaways

• Viking’s attacking fluidity – Salvesen and Tripić combined well, causing problems throughout.
• Kristiansund’s set-piece threat – The equalizer came from a corner, showing their aerial strength.
• Defensive resilience – Viking defended their lead with discipline and organization.

Viking will look to build on this momentum in their next home fixture, while Kristiansund must regroup quickly to avoid being dragged into a prolonged relegation battle.