Match Summary
Rosenborg defeated Viking 5:1. The match was played in Eliteserien 2023. Goals were scored by Í. Þorvaldsson 26′, A. Pereira 46′, Í. Þorvaldsson 59′, Z. Tripić 71′ (pen.), R. Wiedesheim-Paul 90′, 0 S. Nypan 90′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Viking had 71% possession while Rosenborg held 29%. Viking had 30 shots (6 on target) compared to 8 (5 on target) for Rosenborg. Expected goals: Viking 3.41 — Rosenborg 2.25. Viking made 5 substitutions, Rosenborg made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Viking and Rosenborg — 6 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
assist: O. Skarsem
assist: J. Nelson
assist: J. Nelson
Penalty
assist: O. Skarsem
assist: A. Hansen
Match Statistics
Viking had 71% possession against Rosenborg's 29%. Viking registered 30 shots (6 on target) while Rosenborg managed 8 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 11–3. Fouls committed: 8–7.
Lineups
Viking lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under B. Aarsheim, while Rosenborg deployed a 4-3-3 under S. Maalen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Viking is —, compared to 6.40 for Rosenborg. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Viking's highest-rated starter is —, while Rosenborg's best-rated player is Í. Þorvaldsson (6.40).
Defensive Solidity
Viking deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Rosenborg's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Viking field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Rosenborg's 3 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Viking start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Rosenborg averaging 6.40. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Discipline
Viking's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Rosenborg. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Viking's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Rosenborg average 25.3 (youngest: J. Nelson (23), oldest: A. Andersson (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Viking have recorded 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats. Rosenborg show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Viking and Rosenborg have met 3 times — Viking won 2, Rosenborg won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Viking leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (6 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Viking are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026