Aalesund FK advanced in the Norwegian SAS Braathens Cup with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Egersunds IK on March 10, 2026. The cup tie, kicking off at 02:00, was a classic cup encounter with five goals and a late winner, sending the Eliteserien side through at the expense of their determined lower-league opponents. Egersunds IK took a shock early lead and held a 2-1 advantage at one stage, showing tremendous fight. However, Aalesund's superior quality told in the end as they scored twice in the final fifteen minutes, including a 90th-minute winner from a corner, to avoid a major upset. The decisive moment was a costly defensive error by Egersunds that allowed Aalesund's striker to pounce and slot home the clinching goal. This result sees Aalesund FK progress to the next round of the cup, while Egersunds IK exit with great credit for their performance.