Mandalskameratene 0 – 0 Viking B | Norwegian 3. Divisjon | 23 May 2026

A Stalemate on the South Coast

Mandalskameratene and Viking B played out a goalless draw on 23 May in a Norwegian 3. Divisjon clash that saw plenty of effort but little end product. Both sides will feel they could have done more to break the deadlock, but a share of the spoils keeps them in touch with the top half of the table.

Match Events

The first half was a tight, scrappy affair with few clear-cut chances. Mandalskameratene’s pressing game disrupted Viking B’s rhythm, but the home side struggled to test the visiting goalkeeper. The best opportunity came just before half-time when André Fjeldseth latched onto a through ball only to drag his shot wide of the far post.

Viking B started the second half brighter, with midfielder Simen Haugland forcing a sharp save from Mandal keeper Kristian Eriksen in the 55th minute. As the game wore on, both teams became increasingly cautious, and neither goalkeeper was seriously troubled in the final 20 minutes.

Tactical Observations

• Mandalskameratene played with three central defenders, aiming to dominate the aerial duels but lacking width in attack.
• Viking B’s young side showed good discipline but struggled to create space against a compact defensive block.
• Set pieces were the only real source of danger, with Viking B winning eight corners but converting none.

Key Players

Kristian Eriksen (Mandalskameratene) – The home goalkeeper made three confident saves to secure his clean sheet, including a vital stop in the 78th minute from a deflected free kick.

Mats Døving (Viking B) – The centre-back was a colossus at the back, winning every header and making five clearances in a man-of-the-match display.

What It Means

The point moves Mandalskameratene to 11th place in the 14-team 3. Divisjon group, while Viking B climb one spot to 8th. With a third of the season gone, both teams will need to turn draws into wins if they are to push for the top-five finish required to keep promotion hopes alive.