Lillestrom defeat Sarpsborg 08

Lillestrom overcame Sarpsborg 08, 0x2, on Sunday, relating to matchweek 16 of the Eliteserien . Coming into the contest, Sarpsborg's team came from three defeats, and Lillestrøm's team came from a win.

After 34 minutes, key moment of the game, when Holmbert Fridjonsson came on. With 45 minutes already played, Sarpsborg 08 saw Jørgen Horn get sent off due to accumulation of yellows. The first-half ended with a goalless draw.

Sub Pal André Helland, after 65 minutes, changed the course of the game. In the 75th minute, Stefan Billborn's team saw Anton Salétros get sent off due to accumulation of yellows. Pal André Helland opened the score with 76 minutes on the clock, from the penalty spot. Holmbert Fridjonsson netted the last goal after 84 minutes.

After the result Lillestrom are 2nd in the table, with 36 points, while Sarpsborg 08 sit 11th place, with 19 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Geir Bakke's team will host Tromso, whilst Stefan Billborn's team visit Stromsgodset.