Rosenborg – Sarpsborg 08 FF

Rosenborg secured a hard‑fought 2‑1 victory over Sarpsborg 08 FF at Lerkendal, extending their lead in the table to six points. The home side moved to sixth place with 30 points from nine wins, three draws and eight defeats, while Sarpsborg slipped to ninth on 25 points after six wins, seven draws and seven losses. Rosenborg’s goal difference improved to +7 (36‑29) compared with Sarpsborg’s –3 (23‑26), reinforcing the gap between the two clubs. The win also gave Rosenborg the edge in their head‑to‑head this season, having already taken the only previous encounter.