Hellan & Kapskarmo Fire Sandefjord to 3-0 Home Opener
Sandefjord Fotball got their crucial six-game home run at Jotun Arena off to the perfect start with a commanding 3-0 win over IK Start on September 20. Goals from M. Hellan and O. Kapskarmo in the final twenty minutes sealed the points in front of 4,481 fans. Days later, match-winner Kapskarmo signed a permanent deal tying him to the club until 2030.
A Turning Point on the Artificial Turf
Sandefjord Fotball launched their pivotal six-game home run in emphatic fashion, ending a tense goalless first half with a dominant second-half performance that earned a comprehensive 3-0 victory over IK Start at Jotun Arena on September 20.
Goals from M. Hellan and O. Kapskarmo — both arriving late in the match at the 72nd and 80th minutes respectively — sealed the three points in front of 4,481 supporters at the Sandefjord ground.
The Atmosphere Behind the Result
With the international break looming, the stakes could not have been higher. The home faithful packed into Jotun Arena's stands knowing that a win would provide both precious Eliteserien points and a strong platform of confidence heading into the autumn fixture pile-up.
The attendance of 4,481 reflected solid supporter backing for a midseason fixture, and the crowd was rewarded with a composed and ultimately dominant home display that grew in authority as the second period progressed.
Kapskarmo Committed Until 2030
The victory was swiftly followed by a major piece of off-pitch news: goalscorer Oscar Kapskarmo has signed a permanent contract with the club extending until 2030, as confirmed by Sandefjord Fotball on September 25. The long-term deal ties one of the match-winners directly to Jotun Arena well beyond the current season, providing a significant boost to the club's planning for future campaigns.
What Comes Next
Sandefjord's home schedule does not let up. Five further Eliteserien opponents are still to visit Jotun Arena before the season closes, with Lillestrøm (18 October), Molde (8 November), Tromsø (29 November), and Vålerenga (13 December) all pencilled in. After a perfect opening to the home run, the stadium's artificial surface will be the stage for a succession of contests that could yet define where Sandefjord finish in the 2026 standings. Tickets remain available through TicketCo, and the club's SF Ekstra membership initiative continues to keep supporters connected between matchdays.
