Notodden FK made short work of lower-league Assiden in the Norwegian SAS Braathens Cup on Saturday, easing to a 4-0 away victory to book their place in the next round of the country’s oldest knockout competition. The visitors’ professional display ensured there would be no cup upset, as they controlled the tie from the first whistle.

Clinical Away Display

Despite playing on a difficult surface in front of a passionate but small crowd, Notodden refused to be dragged into a scrap. They moved the ball quickly, exploited the wide areas, and created a series of early chances. The opener arrived midway through the first half when a patient passing move culd not be prevented by the home defence, and the forward finished calmly past the Assiden goalkeeper.

The second goal came just before halftime when a corner kick was met with a powerful header at the far post. With a comfortable lead at the break, Notodden was able to ease off but still added two more goals in the second period, including a breakaway goal and a penalty conversion in the final quarter-hour. Assiden never stopped trying, but the gulf in class was evident throughout.

Cup Significance

The SAS Braathens Cup remains a prized target for clubs across Norway’s football pyramid. For Notodden, a club with proud cup history, this result furthers their ambition of a deep run against higher-ranked opponents. For Assiden, the occasion marked a memorable evening for the local community, even as their cup journey comes to an end in the early rounds.

The 4-0 scoreline reflected Notodden’s quality and efficiency in front of goal. They will now turn their attention to the draw and a potential tie against Eliteserien opposition, which would provide a true test of their current squad depth.

Result at a Glance

• Date: 22 August 2026
• Competition: Norwegian SAS Braathens Cup
• Score: Assiden 0-4 Notodden FK
• Notable: Ten shots on target for Notodden, clean sheet preserved.