Rosenborg BK travel to Kristiansand on Saturday to face IK Start in a crucial Eliteserien 2026 clash. The match kicks off at 15:00 on Sør Arena, and the three points on offer are vital for Rosenborg’s title push.
What’s happening at Sør Arena?
Rosenborg BK lock horns with IK Start in a tight battle at Sør Arena on Saturday 18 July. The game starts at 15:00, and both sides have plenty at stake. Rosenborg sit seventh with 42 points from 30 games, while Start fight to avoid relegation. With a +3 goal difference (45 scored, 42 conceded) and recent form of WLWLD, RBK must secure the win to stay in the title race.
Why does this matter for Rosenborg?
For Rosenborg BK, this is a chance to close the gap on the leaders. Just 29 points behind Viking, every point counts. The team has scored 45 goals this season, but defensive lapses have cost dearly - 42 goals conceded is a challenge they must address. The manager has stressed that defensive solidity is key to picking up points away from home.
What can we expect from Rosenborg?
Rosenborg BK arrive with mixed form over the last five games. Three wins in five show the team’s potential, but draws against Brann and losses to Molde highlight room for improvement. They must exploit Start’s away struggles this season. A victory on Saturday will boost hopes of a medal finish in Eliteserien 2026.
Rosenborg BK currently sit seventh in Eliteserien with 42 points, 11 wins, nine draws and ten losses from 30 games. With a +3 goal difference and just 29 points behind the leaders Viking, every point is crucial to staying in the title hunt.
