Idd SK and IL Sparta Sarpsborg Play Out Goalless Stalemate in Norwegian Cup

The Norwegian SAS Braathens Cup third-round match between Idd SK and IL Sparta Sarpsborg ended in a 0-0 draw after 90 minutes on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The match, played at Idd Stadion in front of a vocal home crowd, saw both sides create chances but fail to find the net, setting up a tense penalty shootout or potential replay depending on cup regulations.

Idd SK, the lower-league side, started brightly and nearly took the lead in the 12th minute when winger Henrik Nordby broke into the box and forced a sharp save from Sparta Sarpsborg goalkeeper Thomas Kristiansen. The visitors gradually found their rhythm, dominating midfield possession but struggling to break down a disciplined Idd defense organized by captain Lars Pedersen.

The second half followed a similar pattern. Sparta Sarpsborg had the clearest opportunity in the 67th minute when striker Erik Solberg met a cross with a powerful header, only to see it crash off the crossbar. Idd SK responded with counterattacks of their own, but their finishing lacked precision. As full-time approached, fatigue set in and both teams settled for a share of the spoils in regulation.

For Idd SK, this result against a higher-division opponent is a statement of their defensive resolve. IL Sparta Sarpsborg will rue missed chances but remain confident ahead of the next round. The cup tie now moves to extra time and potentially penalties, with a place in the fourth round at stake.