Ready 4-2 Baerum SK: Hosts Storm Back to Claim Thrilling Victory

Ready produced a dominant second-half display to overcome Baerum SK 4-2 in a Norwegian 3.Divisjon classic at the Ready Stadium on May 23, 2026. After trailing twice in the first half, the home side exploded with three unanswered goals after the interval to secure a vital three points.

First-Half Fireworks

Baerum SK started brightly, taking a surprising lead in the 8th minute through a deflected free kick. Ready responded quickly, equalizing in the 19th minute when their striker converted a cross from the right. However, Baerum regained the advantage just before the half-hour mark, capitalizing on a defensive mix-up to make it 2-1. Ready’s resilience showed as they leveled again in the 39th minute, heading home from a corner to send the teams into the break tied at 2-2.

Second-Half Onslaught

The turning point came early in the second half when Ready seized control of midfield. Their third goal came in the 53rd minute from a swift counter-attack, with the winger cutting inside and firing low into the far corner. Baerum struggled to respond, and Ready sealed the victory in the 78th minute when a long-range strike found the top corner, making it 4-2. Baerum’s frustrations boiled over, resulting in two late yellow cards.

Standings Impact

The win propelled Ready into the top four of the 3.Divisjon table, increasing their goal difference significantly. Baerum SK, meanwhile, slipped to the bottom half. “We showed real character tonight,” said Ready’s manager in post-match comments. “We knew Baerum would be tough, but our second-half energy was the difference.”

Player of the Match

Ready’s attacking midfielder was instrumental, contributing a goal and an assist while completing 90% of his passes in the final third.