In a stunning upset at the Lerkendal Stadion, Aalesund FK defeated Rosenborg 3-2 on 16 May 2026, handing the Trondheim side their first home loss of the season. The visitors produced a disciplined and clinical performance to claim a vital three points in their battle against relegation.

Match Overview

Rosenborg, expected to dominate at home, started brightly and took an early lead. But Aalesund, under new manager Per Clodius, showed remarkable resilience. They struck back twice before half-time and added a third early in the second half, leaving Rosenborg with a mountain to climb. Despite a late surge, Rosenborg could only manage a consolation goal.

Key Moments

• 7’ – GOAL! Rosenborg forward Emil Ceide slotted home after a neat through ball from Markus Henriksen.
• 18’ – GOAL! Aalesund equalised against the run of play – Moses David scored from a corner.
• 36’ – GOAL! Aalesund went ahead! Isaac Tetteh finished a swift counter‑attack with venom.
• 50’ – GOAL! Aalesund made it 3-1 when Torbjørn Garmo curled a shot from the edge of the box.
• 62’ – Rosenborg’s Henriksen hit the post with a powerful strike.
• 78’ – GOAL! Rosenborg narrowed the gap through Stefano Holmquist, who headed home a cross.
• 87’ – Aalesund survived a penalty shout when a handball risk went unpunished.

Tactical Battle

Rosenborg’s 4‑3‑3 struggled to break down a compact Aalesund defence that sat deep and invited pressure. Aalesund’s 5‑4‑1 nullified Rosenborg’s wide threats and allowed quick transitions, with Tetteh and Garmo exploiting space behind the full-backs. Rosenborg’s midfield lacked creativity once Henriksen was nullified.

Standout Players

Isaac Tetteh was a constant menace for Aalesund, scoring one and setting up another. Torbjørn Garmo’s goal was a highlight. For Rosenborg, Emil Ceide was lively but lacked support.

Table Impact

The defeat sees Rosenborg drop to sixth place, five points off the top. Aalesund leapfrog above the relegation line into 13th, three points clear of the drop zone.