Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27 11:00 | 26 |
Bjørkelangen vs Lokomotiv Oslo
|
1-3 |
| 10/27 11:00 | 26 |
[2] Lørenskog vs IF Ready
[3] 
|
0-2 |
| 10/27 11:00 | 26 |
Molde 2 vs Aalesunds FK 2
|
0-7 |
| 10/27 11:00 | 26 |
Kristiansund 2 vs Træff
|
0-0 |
| 10/27 11:00 | 26 |
[12] Gjelleraasen vs Funnefoss/Vormsund
[13] 
|
1-5 |
| 10/27 11:00 | 26 |
[11] Skedsmo vs Skjetten
[5] 
|
0-1 |
| 10/27 11:00 | 26 |
[8] Spjelkavik vs Hødd 2
[14] |
0-1 |
| 10/20 11:00 | 25 |
[6] Skjetten vs Bjørkelangen
[3] |
5-1 |
| 10/20 11:00 | 25 |
Funnefoss/Vormsund vs Skedsmo
|
1-1 |
| 10/20 11:00 | 25 |
Hødd 2 vs Molde 2
|
2-4 |
| 10/20 11:00 | 25 |
[8] Aalesunds FK 2 vs Kristiansund 2
[12] |
0-2 |
| 10/20 11:00 | 25 |
[4] IF Ready vs Gjelleraasen
[10]
|
7-0 |
Teams
Orkla
Kolstad
Rosenborg 2
Steinkjer
Strindheim
Verdal
Melhus
Byåsen
Træff
Molde 2
Mosjøen
Junkeren
Gjøvik-Lyn
Brumunddal
Kristiansund 2
Tillerbyen FK
Nardo
Ranheim 2
Spjelkavik
Aalesunds FK 2
Tynset
Gjelleraasen
Skedsmo
Løten
Stjørdals/Blink
Trygg/Lade
Nybergsund
IF Ready
Funnefoss/Vormsund
Skjetten
Mo
Hødd 2
Raufoss 2
Kongsvinger 2
Ottestad
Lørenskog
Sverresborg
Lokomotiv Oslo
Volda
NTNUI
FK Jerv 2
Start 2
Randesund
Viking 2
IL Express
Notodden FK 2
Donn
Skarphedin
Madla
Eiger
Wikipedia - Norwegian Third Division
The Norwegian Third Division, also called Norsk Tipping-Ligaen, is the fourth highest division of the men's football league in Norway. Like the rest of the Norwegian football league system, the season runs from spring to autumn, running approximately from April to October. After the 2010 season, the league was reorganised, reducing the number of teams to 164 and halving the number of parallel sections from 24 to 12. After the 2016 season, the league was again reorganised, reducing the number of teams from 164 to 84, and halved the number of groups from twelve to six.
All six group winners promote to 2. divisjon, while the bottom four in all groups are relegated to 4. divisjon.
History
1963–2010
The 3. divisjon was known as the 4. divisjon from 1963 until 1990, when the top-tier league changed its name to Tippeligaen, the 2. divisjon became the 1. divisjon and the names of all the lower divisions were adjusted accordingly. Until 2010, there were 24 parallel sections of the 3. divisjon, each consisting of between 10 and 16 teams. The winners paired up and played each other in one home match and one away match in a playoff. Thus, 12 teams were promoted to the 2. divisjon. This system was in place from 2001. The number of teams that were relegated from each section to the 4. divisjon, varied from two to four, depending on the number of teams in each section.
2011–2016
From 2011 to 2016, 3. divisjon consisted of 12 parallel sections of 12 or 14 teams, and the winners of each group was promoted to the 2. divisjon. Ten sections consisted of 14 teams each, from the South of Norway, the last two sections consisted of 12 teams each, from the Northern Norway. In the sections with 14 teams, the bottom three teams were relegated to the 4. divisjon, and in the two sections with 12 teams each, the bottom two teams were relegated.
2017–
After changes in the Norwegian football pyramid, no teams were promoted from the 3. divisjon after the 2016 season. The fourth tier was split into six groups which for the 2017 season consisted of the teams finishing from 7th to 14th in the 2016 2. divisjon groups and the top 4 teams from the 3. divisjon groups along with the 8 best 5th-placed teams in the 3. divisjon. The rest of the teams in the 2016 3. divisjon was relegated. As of the 2018 season, the 3. divisjon consist of 6 groups of 14 teams.
Like in the rest of the Norwegian Football league system, all the teams play each other twice, once at home and once away. Three points are awarded for a win, one for a draw, and if two teams are equal on points, the one with the best goal difference is above the other on the table. The teams are placed in the 6 sections according to geographic considerations. Travel times have also been considered occasionally; Bjørnevatn IL in the outskirts of Kirkenes was placed in a group dedicated to the greater Oslo area in the 2017 and 2018 seasons, as commuting by plane between Kirkenes Airport and Gardermoen Airport was deemed easier than travelling westwards through northern Norway by road.
The tournament features a round-robin format, where each team competes against every other team in the group. The matches are played in different stadiums across Norway, providing an opportunity for fans to witness thrilling soccer action in their local communities.
The teams participating in Division 3 Group 5 are known for their skill, determination, and commitment to the game. They consist of both experienced players and promising young talents, creating an exciting blend of experience and potential on the field.
The tournament not only showcases the talent of the players but also highlights the rich soccer culture and tradition in Norway. Fans can expect to witness fast-paced matches, skillful dribbling, precise passing, and spectacular goals as the teams battle it out for supremacy.
The atmosphere during the matches is electric, with passionate fans cheering on their respective teams, creating an intense and vibrant ambiance. The tournament provides an excellent opportunity for supporters to come together and celebrate their love for the sport.
As the tournament progresses, the competition becomes more intense, with teams fighting tooth and nail to secure a top spot in the group standings. The top-performing teams will advance to the playoffs, where they will have a chance to compete for promotion to higher divisions.
The Norway Division 3 Group 5 soccer tournament is a thrilling and captivating event that showcases the best of Norwegian soccer. It is a must-watch for soccer enthusiasts and a testament to the country's passion for the beautiful game.