Match Preview: Rosenborg Faces Banga in UEFA Europa Conference League
When Rosenborg and Banga take the field at Lerkendal Stadion in Trondheim on July 24, 2025, an exciting clash is set for the second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League. Both teams are starting their European adventure for the 2025 season with zero matches played in this tournament, adding extra excitement to the game.
Rosenborg comes from a varied streak of results in the Eliteserien, where they recently secured an important 2-0 victory at home against Ham-Kam. This win follows a period of mixed results, including a loss to Sandefjord (0-2) and a draw against Viking (1-1). However, Rosenborg has shown potential at Lerkendal Stadion, where they also played an intense cup match against Sarpsborg 08 FF that ended 2-2 after extra time, but they lost in penalties.
Banga, based in Lithuania, has had a series of similarly fluctuating results in the domestic A Lyga. Their last appearance ended in a goalless draw against Džiugas Telšiai, while they previously experienced losses to FK Zalgiris Vilnius (0-1) and Kauno Žalgiris (0-2). Their only victory in the last five matches came against Džiugas Telšiai (1-0), giving them a reason for optimism as they visit Trondheim.
This will be the first time Rosenborg and Banga meet in an official match, and both teams will be eager to set the tone in this two-leg qualification. How will the collective strength and experience of Rosenborg’s Norwegian league appearances measure up against Banga’s willingness to surprise? Lerkendal Stadion will be the stage where we find out the answer. With both teams eager to establish themselves in European competition this season, this matchup could offer intensity and drama.
