Eliteserien Round 2: Tromsø IL 4-0 Fredrikstad Tromsø IL produced a stunning performance under the lights at Alfheim Stadion, demolishing Fredrikstad 4-0 to claim their first major victory of the new Eliteserien season. The home side was rampant from the outset, showcasing clinical finishing and relentless energy to overwhelm their newly promoted opponents. The avalanche began early, with Tromsø opening the scoring inside the first ten minutes through a sharp finish from a cut-back. Fredrikstad, shell-shocked, conceded a second before the half-hour mark from a powerful header following a corner. Any hopes of a second-half fightback were extinguished shortly after the break when Tromsø added a third with a sweeping counter-attack. The rout was completed late on as a defensive error was pounced upon, allowing a Tromsø forward to slot home for a fourth. Fredrikstad's keeper was busy throughout, making several saves to prevent an even more lopsided scoreline. This emphatic win sends a strong message to the rest of the league, propelling Tromsø up the early table with a significant goal difference boost. For Fredrikstad, it's a harsh lesson in top-flight football, exposing defensive frailties they will need to address quickly as they look to establish themselves this season.