Follo secured a 30:24 win against Nordstrand in the Norwegian Cup on Saturday, April 22nd, 2026. The result extends a difficult run for the hosts, who have not won since their match against Bekkelaget. Follo, meanwhile, ended a barren spell with this first victory in what has been a challenging period for them.
To be fair, the visitors came into this fixture with nothing to play for statistically. Their last five outings had all gone against them — losses to Haslum, Elverum, Runar, Drammen and Nørbo. Yet they carried themselves with the energy of a team finding something. The old head settled them down, and they held on grimly through the closing stages.
Nordstrand's recent form had looked promising before this setback. They had beaten Sandefjord and Bekkelaget twice, with only a heavy defeat to Fjellhammar breaking the sequence. But they paid for a sloppy opening here, allowing Follo to take control early. By then the momentum had shifted, and Nordstrand could only chase the game.
The final score tells one story — a comfortable victory for the away side. But the match itself was tighter than those numbers suggest. Follo held a high line for much of the contest, pinning Nordstrand back and creating opportunities from transitions. They were dominant in the air from set plays, which made life awkward for the home defence.
What this result means in the broader picture is difficult to say. The Norwegian Cup remains open, and both sides have work to do before any meaningful conclusions can be drawn. For Follo, this is a confidence boost after weeks of disappointment. For Nordstrand, it is a reminder that consistency is harder to maintain than anyone expects.