Varhaug stunned Stabaek B with a convincing 4‑1 away victory in the Norwegian 3. Divisjon on 21 June 2026. The result was a major statement from Varhaug, who produced a clinical attacking display and exposed defensive frailties in the Stabaek B side.

How the Match Unfolded

Stabaek B started brightly and took the lead in the 14th minute with a well‑worked goal: a one‑two on the edge of the box followed by a low finish. However, Varhaug responded almost immediately. Within three minutes, they equalised when a long ball caught the Stabaek defence out of position and the Varhaug striker lobbed the advancing keeper.

Varhaug took the lead just before the half‑hour mark with a powerful shot from outside the area that curled into the top corner. The away side grew in confidence and added a third in first‑half stoppage time from a set piece. The second half was more controlled by Varhaug, who added a fourth goal in the 68th minute with a counter‑attack that ended with a simple tap‑in.

Key Factors

• Fast response: Varhaug didn’t let the early deficit unsettle them and struck back within three minutes.
• Set‑piece vulnerability: Stabaek B conceded from a corner and struggled to defend crosses all game.
• Varhaug’s front three: Swapped positions fluidly and created mismatches against a young Stabaek backline.

Player of the Match

Varhaug’s central striker scored twice and assisted another, leading the line with intelligence and physicality. His movement dragged defenders out of position and opened space for teammates.

Implications

The victory moves Varhaug up into the top half of the 3. Divisjon table, while Stabaek B drop closer to the relegation places. The result also highlights the gap between reserve teams and experienced senior sides in this division.