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08-27 03:00
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89′
V.Vevatne
E. Austbö
82′
N.Galesic
M.Valincic
82′
R. Mudražija
L.Stojkovic
82′
F.Topic
M. Lisica
82′
H. J. Haugen
K. Haugen
82′
S.Kvia Egeskog
Z. Tripić
72′
M. Oršić
67′
M. Oršić
A. Hoxha
66′
J. Bell
61′
S. F. Bjørshol
H. Heggheim
61′
J.Daland
H.Falchener
57′
Z. Tripić
55′
L. Kacavenda
M. Zajc
52′
K. Askildsen
51′
V.Auklend
50′
3-1
T.Moi
Assist: H.Falchener
48′
2-1
E. Austbö
Assist: K. Askildsen
46′
S. Mckenna
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27′
H. Heggheim
18′
Z. Tripić
15′
H. Heggheim
10′
0-1
A. Hoxha
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Match Info
Viking pulled off one of the most eye-catching results of the UEFA Champions League qualifying round with a superb 3-1 home victory over Dinamo Zagreb on 27 August 2026. Playing in front of an electric crowd at their compact stadium in Stavanger, the Norwegian club produced a fearless display to take a two-goal advantage into the second leg.

Match Overview

Viking came into the tie as clear underdogs against Dinamo Zagreb, a club with far more European pedigree. But from the opening exchanges, it was clear that the Norwegian side had no intention of sitting back. They pressed high, attacked with speed, and showed the kind of confidence that has made them one of the most exciting teams in Norwegian football. Dinamo Zagreb, accustomed to controlling matches in Croatia and in Europe, found themselves overwhelmed by the intensity of the home side. The visitors did manage to grab an important away goal late in the game, but by then Viking had already done the damage with three well-taken goals.

Key Moments

  • Fast start from Viking: The home side opened the scoring early, giving themselves the perfect start and lifting the atmosphere inside the stadium.
  • Second goal before halftime: Viking doubled their lead with a sweeping counter-attack, leaving the Dinamo defence exposed.
  • Third goal after the break: A third goal just after the interval put Viking firmly in command and left Dinamo Zagreb facing an uphill battle.
  • Late away goal: Dinamo scored a crucial goal in the closing stages, giving them a lifeline to take back to Zagreb for the return leg.

Tactical Story

Viking’s game plan was built on vertical passing and quick transitions. Rather than allowing Dinamo Zagreb to settle into their usual possession-based rhythm, the Norwegian side forced turnovers in midfield and attacked at every opportunity. Their wide players were electric, constantly running at the Dinamo full-backs and delivering dangerous crosses into the box. Dinamo Zagreb, meanwhile, were uncharacteristically passive. They struggled to match Viking’s physicality and were repeatedly caught off guard by the pace of the home side’s offensive play. The late away goal was their most positive moment of the match, and it could prove vital if they can build on it in the second leg.

Season Impact

This win is a massive boost for Viking and for Norwegian club football. Beating a team of Dinamo Zagreb’s calibre in a competitive European match sends a clear signal that Viking belong on this stage. For Dinamo, the task is straightforward but difficult: they must win by at least two goals in Zagreb to progress without penalties. After this impressive display, though, Viking will believe that they can finish the job and secure a historic place in the next qualifying round.

Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb Live Score, Stats & Results

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The Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb fixture is part of the UEFA UCL during the 2026-2027 season. Follow live scores, UEFA UCL fixtures, match statistics, UEFA UCL standings and UEFA UCL match results for Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb on TigerScores365.

Match Date: Aug 26, 2026

Competition: UEFA UCL

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