Stabaek Women Edge Arna Bjornar in Norwegian Women's Cup Thriller

The Norwegian Women's Cup served up a five‑goal classic as Stabaek Women narrowly defeated Arna Bjornar Women 3–2 away from home on June 17, 2026. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both sides exchanging blows until the final whistle.

Arna Bjornar started brightly on home soil and took the lead inside the first 10 minutes. A corner kick was met by a towering header that gave the Stabaek goalkeeper no chance. Stabaek responded well and equalized shortly after the quarter‑hour mark through a cleverly worked set piece. The visitors then turned the game on its head, scoring a second goal in the 35th minute after a slick passing move sliced through the home defense.

Arna Bjornar came out firing after the interval, and they leveled the contest in the 55th minute when a loose ball fell kindly to a forward inside the box. Just as the match seemed destined for extra time, Stabaek found the winner with 15 minutes remaining. A powerful strike from outside the area arrowed into the bottom corner, leaving the home goalkeeper rooted to the spot. Arna Bjornar threw bodies forward in search of a third equalizer, but Stabaek’s defense held resolute.

The 3–2 victory sends Stabaek Women into the next round of the cup, while Arna Bjornar will rue missed opportunities but can take pride in a spirited performance.