Sundby vs Nykobing FC

Sundby's inability to hold their momentum after the 1-1 equaliser proved decisive. Nykøbing absorbed the home side's brief spell of pressure and struck back through Kold within seven minutes of Sundby's equaliser. The goal restored NFC's control, and from that point on, Mikkel Thygesen's side dictated the tempo. A disallowed Sundby goal — or the potential for a second equaliser — never materialised.

Emmanuel Ogude — Opened the scoring with a clinical finish inside five minutes. His pace and movement caused problems for Sundby's defence throughout his 75 minutes on the pitch.

Benjamin Kold — Scored what proved to be the winning goal in the 16th minute, showing composure to restore Nykøbing's lead after Sundby's equaliser. Played the full match.

Ole Jakobsen — The substitute made it two goals in two pre-season games, scoring in the 90th minute to put the result beyond doubt. Introduced in the 60th minute, he was in the right place at the right time.

Player of the match: Benjamin Kold — his goal was the decisive moment of the contest.

Nykøbing's three goals came from an expectedly high-volume attacking display, particularly in the second half. The 1-2 half-time scoreline undersold NFC's dominance in the opening period, where a disallowed goal would have made it 3-1 before the break. Sundby's only sustained bright spell came immediately after their 9th-minute equaliser, lasting roughly seven minutes before Kold struck. The 1-3 final scoreline reflected a genuine gap in class and preparation between a 2. Division side and a 3. Division opponent.

Nykøbing fielded two entirely different attacking trios across the 90 minutes, with all five substitutions used by the 80th minute. The depth of the squad — particularly the impact of substitutes like Jakobsen — is a positive sign for Thygesen with the season approaching.

This was Nykøbing FC's third pre-season friendly following a 4-1 win over Ringsted IF and a creditable 2-2 draw against Superliga side Brøndby IF on 14 July. The unbeaten run builds momentum ahead of the 2. Division season opener at home against Fremad Amager on 31 July 2026. Sundby, who play in the Danish 3. Division, continue their own pre-season schedule with their next fixture yet to be announced.

A professional, controlled performance from Nykøbing FC against a game but limited Sundby side. The early concession after taking the lead was a minor concern, but the response was immediate and authoritative. Thygesen's squad looks well-prepared for the campaign ahead, with goals spread across the team and attacking options off the bench making a tangible impact.