Viking Stavanger are unbeaten in five matches after a good preseason and 3-0 cup win at Bjarg.
Bjarte Lunde Aarsheim and Morten Jensen led the club to the 2025 title with an aggressive, high-scoring approach and we cannot expect any change in philosophy for this knockout tie.
Zlatko Tripić remains the talisman and provided vital goals and assists during the 2025 campaign.
Joe Bell is the maestro in the center of the park, whose vision and passing help switch Viking from defence to attack.
Aalesunds FK
Aalesunds FK reached the quarter-finals after a dramatic 3-2 comeback at Egersund but have been inconsistent.
Kristoffer Klaesson has been the big talking point around Aalesund ahead of their NM Cup quarter-final at Viking Stavanger.
Kjetil Rekdal is a pragmatic coach who sets up to be solid and can be patient, while also having a few tricks to cause an upset.
He will likely set up a compact 3-5-2 that gives wing-backs width and allows Aalesund to hit on the break or from set-pieces.
Head-to-Head
Viking have dominated this fixture in recent times, winning four of the last five competitive meetings.
That run includes a 1-0 NM Cup victory in June 2025.
Key Players
Viking
Zlatko Tripić - remains the talisman and provided vital goals and assists during the 2025 campaign.
Joe Bell - maestro in the centre of the park, whose vision and passing range are key.
Edvin Austbø - a young forward who impressed in pre-season and looks ready to contribute.
Aalesunds FK
Kristoffer Klaesson - new goalkeeper and the big talking point for the visitors.
Elias Myrlid - wildcard off the bench who assisted and scored at Egersund.
Betting Insights
The odds: Viking 1.87, Aalesund 3.66, draw 4.0.
Backing both teams to score - Yes at 1.46 looks a playable bet given Viking’s attack and Aalesund’s set-piece threat.
Prediction
Viking to edge it because they have the better side, recent cup success and home advantage.
Expect a matchup of styles with Viking controlling possession and Aalesund looking to hit on the counter and from set-pieces.
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FAQ
Viking Stavanger vs Aalesunds FK – Which team has the stronger record over their last 5 matches?
Over their last 5 matches, Viking Stavanger have tallied 5 wins, 0 draws, and 0 losses. In the same span, Aalesunds FK have managed 0 wins, 2 draws, and 3 defeats.
Who got on the scoresheet in the most recent Viking Stavanger vs Aalesunds FK fixture?
During the last Viking Stavanger vs Aalesunds FK encounter, the goals came from Mathias Christensen, Marius Andresen, Ola Visted.
Who leads defensively this NM Cup 2026 season – Viking Stavanger or Aalesunds FK?
The NM Cup 2026’s best defence belongs to Viking Stavanger, who have shipped just 2 goals in 3 matches and kept 2 clean sheets. Their average goals conceded per game stands at only 0.67.
