SK Brann is preparing for a formidable challenge as they travel north to face league leaders Tromso in the Eliteserien. The match will take place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 13:00 at Romssa Arena. Brann, currently third-from-bottom in the standings, faces a tough task against a Tromso side in top form.

Brann comes into the match following a 1-1 away draw against Rosenborg at Lerkendal Stadion in their previous game. Manager Freyr Alexandersson's team showed good possession and created chances, with Jon Thorsteinsson finding the net. Despite securing a point, Brann will be eager to improve their league position.

On the other hand, Tromso, under the guidance of Joergen Vik, has had an impressive start to the season and leads the Eliteserien. They have secured back-to-back wins, including a convincing 3-1 home victory against Sandefjord. Heine Aasen Larsen, Vetle Skjaervik, and Troy Nyhammer were among the goalscorers in that match, highlighting Tromso's offensive prowess. The league leaders are expected to prove too strong for Brann on home turf.

The head-to-head history between these two clubs shows a certain balance, although Tromso claimed a 2-1 away win over Brann at Brann Stadion in their last encounter. Of the past 10 meetings, Brann has secured five victories, Tromso three, and two matches have ended in draws. This suggests Brann could potentially spring a surprise, despite Tromso's current dominance.

In the Eliteserien, Tromso sits in first place with 19 points from eight games, boasting six wins, one draw, and only one loss. Brann is in 7th place with seven points after seven games, with two wins, one draw, and four losses. Tromso's top goalscorers include Jens Hjertoe-Dahl with four goals, Heine Aasen Larsen with three, and Alexander Warneryd with two. Ruben Yttergaard Jenssen is the team's leading assist maker with four assists.

With Tromso's strong home form and Brann's struggle for consistency, this promises to be a challenging away fixture for Brann. The match at Romssa Arena will be a significant test for Freyr Alexandersson's men as they aim to climb the Eliteserien table.