Aalesund FK B 3 – 2 Strindheim IL
Norwegian 3. Divisjon | 31 May 2026

In a pulsating encounter at Color Line Stadion, Aalesund FK B edged past Strindheim IL 3-2 in a Norwegian 3. Divisjon thriller. The hosts came from behind twice to snatch all three points, showcasing resilience and attacking intent in front of a modest but vocal crowd.

Match Overview

The early exchanges were even, with both sides pressing high. Strindheim took a surprise lead in the 14th minute when midfielder Sander Tørum latched onto a loose ball inside the box and fired low past the Aalesund B goalkeeper. The equaliser came just before the half-hour mark: a swift counter-attack finished by striker Markus Haugen after a precise through ball from Marius Langdal.

Strindheim regained the advantage shortly after the restart. Centre-forward Emil Rognli rose highest to meet a corner kick in the 52nd minute, making it 2-1. Aalesund B responded impressively, dominating possession and creating numerous chances. The breakthrough arrived in the 68th minute – a speculative shot from 20 metres by Andreas Myklebust took a deflection and nestled into the bottom corner.

Key Moments

• 14' – Strindheim take lead (Tørum)
• 27' – Haugen equalises for Aalesund B
• 52' – Rognli heads Strindheim ahead again
• 68' – Myklebust's deflected strike levels the score
• 81' – Substitute Brage Ødegård scores the winner with a close-range finish after a goalmouth scramble

Tactical Story

Aalesund B employed a fluid 4-3-3 system, looking to overload the flanks. Strindheim sat deeper in a compact 4-4-2, aiming to hit on the break. The home side's persistence paid off in the closing stages when they pushed forward relentlessly. Strindheim’s defensive fatigue after multiple high-tempo sprints proved costly, allowing Ødegård to poach the decisive goal.

Season Impact

This victory lifts Aalesund B into mid-table in the 3. Divisjon, while Strindheim remain in the relegation zone. Both sides will take lessons from a contest that swung one way and then the other, with Aalesund B’s never-say-die attitude the defining feature of the evening.