Tromso IL advanced in the Norwegian SAS Braathens Cup with a 2-1 home victory over Kristiansund BK on September 25, 2025. The win, secured with a late goal, sends Tromso through to the next stage of the competition in a hard-fought encounter against a stubborn opponent. Tromso started brightly and took a deserved lead midway through the first half, but Kristiansund grew into the game and found an equalizer early in the second period against the run of play. The match seemed destined for extra time until Tromso's pressure told in the final ten minutes; a cross from the right was met with a powerful header that gave the Kristiansund goalkeeper no chance. The key moment was this late winner, which sparked celebrations among the home fans at Alfheim Stadion. This cup result provides a welcome boost for Tromso's season, while Kristiansund's focus now returns entirely to their league campaign. The match was a classic cup tie, decided by a moment of quality in the closing stages.