West-Coast Derby: Aalesund Head to Aker Stadion This Saturday
Aker Stadion prepares to host its most eagerly awaited home fixture of the autumn as Molde FK take on local rivals Aalesund this Saturday, 19 September, with kick-off at 6:00 PM. The Eliteserien Round 22 clash is expected to draw a passionate crowd to the fjordside arena. It forms part of a six-game home run that club officials have described as the stadium's busiest autumn programme yet.
Biggest Derby of the Autumn Arrives Saturday
Aker Stadion is set to host one of the most anticipated fixtures of the 2026 Eliteserien season on Saturday 19 September, as Molde FK welcome local rivals Aalesund to the fjordside arena. Kick-off is scheduled for 6:00 PM in what is Round 22 of the top flight.
The clash carries all the hallmarks of a classic west-coast derby, with the two clubs separated by a short stretch of Norwegian coastline and a long history of competitive rivalry.
What's at Stake
For Molde, the match represents a second successive home outing following their 2-0 victory over KFUM Oslo earlier this month, and an opportunity to maintain momentum during a packed run of home fixtures that stretches deep into the winter months.
The Romsdal club have a strong recent record against Aalesund at this ground, and home supporters will be expecting another commanding performance from the hosts.
A Packed Home Programme Continues
Saturday's derby is just one chapter in what officials have called Aker Stadion's busiest autumn yet. Further Eliteserien home dates against the likes of Start, Fredrikstad, Bodø/Glimt and Viking will keep the venue at the centre of Norwegian top-flight football for months to come.
On the women's side, Molde W host Vålerenga W on 26 September in a Toppserien fixture at the same ground, underlining how the stadium is serving as a dual hub for elite football on the west coast this season. Supporters planning to attend Saturday's derby can purchase tickets through the official Molde FK ticketing platform.
