Aalesund vs Brann Lineups, 20 May 2026
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Aalesund
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Brann
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Injury Report
Aalesund
O. Gudmundsson(Yellow Cards)
J. Seehusen(Injury)
S. Haram(Elbow Injury)
I. Djantou(Inactive)
A. Kjelsen(Injury)
P. Ngongo(Surgery)
Brann
S. Tronstad(Inactive)
N. Castro(Injury)
K. M. Ingason(Red Card)
L. Cornic(Yellow Cards)
U. Mathisen(Foot Injury)
S. Opsahl(Foot Injury)
League Table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Viking | 22 | 17 | 2 | 3 | +36 | 53 | |
| 2 | Bodo/Glimt | 22 | 17 | 2 | 3 | +36 | 53 | |
| 3 | Tromso | 22 | 11 | 6 | 5 | +11 | 39 | |
| 4 | Molde | 22 | 11 | 4 | 7 | +12 | 37 | |
| 5 | Rosenborg | 22 | 10 | 4 | 8 | +9 | 34 | |
| 6 | Lillestrom | 22 | 10 | 3 | 9 | -1 | 33 | |
| 7 | Brann | 22 | 9 | 2 | 11 | +5 | 29 | |
| 8 | Fredrikstad | 22 | 8 | 5 | 9 | -7 | 29 | |
| 9 | Sarpsborg 08 | 22 | 7 | 7 | 8 | -3 | 28 | |
| 10 | KFUM Oslo | 22 | 8 | 4 | 10 | -9 | 28 |
Player Statistics
Brann
Saevar Magnusson
Top scorer · 1
Thore Pedersen
Top assists · 1
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggert Gudmundsson | 180 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Matias Dyngeland | 180 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Joachim Soltvedt | 172 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Thore Pedersen | 159 | 0 | 1 | - | - | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Ulrik Mathisen | 157 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Saevar Magnusson | 148 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Lungi Sorensen Jacob | 103 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Bard Finne | 33 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | - | 0 | 0 |
2
Andresen5
Kjelsen15
Osenbroch21
Christensen27
Reed39
Lonebu2
HellanSubstitutions
27'K. Nesso↔M. Andresen
43'D. Mbacke↔T. Pedersen
46'M. Haaland↔M. Hellan
69'R. Matondo↔J. Thorsteinsson
69'B. Finne↔N. Wassberg
74'D. Johannsson↔E. Osenbroch
74'H. Melland↔M. Christensen
83'J. Torsvik↔J. Soltvedt
87'E. Myrlid↔M. Reed
Injuries & Doubts
O. Gudmundsson
Yellow Cards
J. Seehusen
Injury
S. Haram
Elbow Injury
I. Djantou
Inactive
A. Kjelsen
Injury
P. Ngongo
Surgery
M. Andresen
Yellow Cards
P. Aukland
Injury
H. Hammer
Injury
M. Kristensen
Injury
S. Tronstad
Inactive
N. Castro
Injury
K. M. Ingason
Red Card
L. Cornic
Yellow Cards
U. Mathisen
Foot Injury
S. Opsahl
Foot Injury
N. Wassberg
Knee Injury
N. Boakye
Knee Injury
K. Kjartansson
Knee Injury
Head to Head
Aalesund
1
Draws
0
3 played
Brann
2
33%67%
Previous Meetings
20.05.2026Eliteserien
Aalesund
2 - 1
Brann22.04.2026Cup
Brann
2 - 1
Aalesund20.08.2023Eliteserien
Brann
5 - 1
AalesundFinal Result
Aalesund
2 : 1
[1-0]
Brann
- 21'M. Andresen
- 26'M. Reed
- 90+4'H. Melland
- 53'K. Eriksen
- 57'N. Wassberg
- 68'N. HolmJ. Thorsteinsson
- 90+7'N. Holm
42%Possession58%
4Shots on Target3
4Corners7
Yellow Cards
Match details
Substitutions
- 27'K. Nesso↔M. AndresenAalesund
- 43'D. Mbacke↔T. PedersenBrann
- 46'M. Haaland↔M. HellanBrann
- 69'R. Matondo↔J. ThorsteinssonBrann
- 69'B. Finne↔N. WassbergBrann
- 74'D. Johannsson↔E. OsenbrochAalesund
- 74'H. Melland↔M. ChristensenAalesund
- 83'J. Torsvik↔J. SoltvedtBrann
- 87'E. Myrlid↔M. ReedAalesund
Contents
Our Prediction
Statistical performance modeling predicts a narrow away victory. Goal distribution tracks favor a highly competitive 1-0 or 2-1 Brann scoreline, giving the visiting side a fifty two percent raw victory probability band.
Top scorelines1-02-1
Match Facts
- Competition
- Eliteserien
- Date
- Wed 20 May
- Kick-off
- 19:00
- Stadium
- Color Line Stadion, Ålesund
- Capacity
- 10,778
- Table Position
- Aalesund 14 · Brann 7
Match Preview
An intriguing Eliteserien structural test unfolds on May 20, 2026, as Aalesund hosts a highly disciplined Brann side at Color Line Stadion. In the Norwegian top flight, physical artificial turf blocks introduce distinct home benefits regarding ball speed and bounce mechanics. Aalesund looks to maximize this environmental variable, deploying an expansive wing back system meant to isolate Brann's central defensive anchors. Brann counterbalances this layout with an elite possession retention matrix, prioritizing horizontal ball movement to systematically exhaust the home side's defensive energy reserves across ninety minutes.
Expect a tactical chess match where Brann attempts to dictate the game's tempo through sustained passing sequences, while Aalesund uses explosive transitional thrusts to ignite the local home crowd early.
Brann controls advanced ball tracking charts with over fifty four percent possession.Aalesund concedes a high volume of dangerous shot paths from central crossing zones.The home side captures solid second ball stats on their unique artificial surface.Attacking efficiency metrics heavily favor Brann's structured combination lines.
Brann displays superior structural data, logging an active 1.55 expected goals (xG) profile on the road. Aalesund relies heavily on direct long balls, though their current defensive structure remains problematic, keeping a low 15% clean sheet ratio against top tier passing opposition.
High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: Brann utilizes rapid lateral passing switches to create isolated 2v1 overloads against advanced wingbacks.
Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Aalesund's backline drops too deep too quickly, leaving the edge of the area unprotected.
High-Impact Substitution Patterns: Aalesund utilizes a direct secondary striker late to physically challenge tiring centerbacks.
Injuries & Doubts
Aalesund
O. Gudmundsson
Yellow Cards
J. Seehusen
Injury
S. Haram
Elbow Injury
I. Djantou
Inactive
A. Kjelsen
Injury
P. Ngongo
Surgery
Brann
S. Tronstad
Inactive
N. Castro
Injury
K. M. Ingason
Red Card
L. Cornic
Yellow Cards
U. Mathisen
Foot Injury
S. Opsahl
Foot Injury
Form and Head to Head
Aalesund
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Brann
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Historical scoreboards show highly competitive encounters, with Brann's superior tactical discipline during transitions typically neutralizing Aalesund's physical flank speed late in matches.
Key Stats
Expected goals per match: Aalesund 1.12, Brann 1.55Goals per match baseline: Aalesund 1.00, Brann 1.45Shots per game index: Aalesund 10.2, Brann 13.8
Cards and Corners
StatAalesundBrann
Yellow Cards
3
1
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
4
6
Brann's rapid lateral tracking will force Aalesund into desperate covering fouls along the flanks, generating multiple yellow cards. Brann's crossing volume will yield a clear advantage in corner kick generation.
Verdict
This Eliteserien meeting highlights Brann's superior organizational design. While Aalesund's artificial surface adds an unpredictable bounce factor, Brann's superior technical execution and control time metrics will allow them to wear down the hosts and secure a narrow tactical win.
FAQ
What structural weakness does Aalesund's backline exhibit?+
Aalesund's defensive line has a tendency to drop deep too quickly, leaving dangerous space unprotected at the edge of the penalty box.
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