Sogndal 3 – 2 Ranheim IL
Norwegian 1. Divisjon – 26 July 2026

Match Overview

Sogndal secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Ranheim IL at Fosshaugane Campus, coming from behind to claim all three points. The home side showed great character after trailing twice, and a late winner sent the local fans into raptures.

Key Moments

• 16’ – Ranheim take the lead – Fredrik Gundersen taps in from close range after a corner.
• 33’ – Sogndal equalise through Andreas Moe, who volleys home a lovely cross.
• 52’ – Ranheim regain the lead as Morten Nilsen finishes a counter‑attack.
• 67’ – Sogndal level again – Eirik Vik heads in from a free‑kick.
• 83’ – Henrik Austevoll scores the winner for Sogndal, smashing a half‑volley into the roof of the net.
• 90+1’ – Ranheim’s Simen Hansen is sent off for a second yellow card after a foul on the edge of the box.

Tactical Story

Sogndal’s resilience was the key. After going behind twice, they increased their intensity in the second half, pressing higher and forcing errors in Ranheim’s midfield. The home side’s use of wide crosses and set‑pieces proved decisive, with two goals coming from headers. Ranheim, by contrast, looked dangerous on the break but could not hold their leads. The late red card compounded their frustration.

Standout Players

• Henrik Austevoll (Sogndal) – Scored a stunning winner and ran tirelessly.
• Eirik Vik (Sogndal) – Equaliser and a rock at the back.
• Morten Nilsen (Ranheim) – Gave his team the lead and was a constant danger.

Table Impact

Sogndal climb closer to the promotion play‑off spots, while Ranheim slip into the lower half. The defeat will sting for Ranheim given their two leads.