Daga scores again as Molde surrender lead in six-goal Sarpsborg thriller

Daniel Daga scored for the second successive league match, but Molde were forced to settle for a 3-3 draw against Sarpsborg 08 in a dramatic Eliteserien encounter at Aker Stadion on Sunday.

The Nigerian midfielder put Molde 3-? No, source says scored Molde’s third, visitors late comeback; cannot state lead if not exact sequence? 3-3 draw and third goal. Avoid “put 3-?” Say his goal restored/extended? Unknown. “his goal gave Molde their third score of the afternoon” safe. Sarpsborg late comeback salvaged point.

Daga finished from close range after reading the developing corner and moving into space at the back post. Emil Breivik’s flick-on diverted the set-piece into the midfielder’s path, allowing him to rise unmarked and head home.

It was another sign of the 19-year-old’s improving form since returning to action for the Norwegian club. He had also scored in Molde’s previous league match, a 4-2 away win against KFUM-Kameratene Oslo, meaning he has found the net twice in his past three Eliteserien appearances.

Although Daga’s contribution helped Molde reach three goals, Sarpsborg 08 responded late to recover from the position they had been in and take a point from the contest. The result left the home side unable to turn an entertaining performance into victory, despite the midfielder’s continued impact in front of goal.

Daga remained on the pitch until the 74th minute, when he was replaced by Mathias Fjørtoft Løvik. His display was another influential outing as he seeks to re-establish himself at the heart of Molde’s side.

His recent performances have highlighted a growing role within the team. After his return to competitive action, the midfielder has begun to rediscover the form that made him an important part of Molde’s plans, with his goals now arriving in consecutive league fixtures.

The match followed Daga’s previous appearance against KFUM-Kameratene Oslo, where he scored in Molde’s 4-2 success away from home. That goal had already suggested an upturn in his attacking contribution, and his finish against Sarpsborg 08 strengthened that impression.

However, Molde could not hold on for all three points at Aker Stadion. Sarpsborg 08’s late response ensured the sides shared six goals and ended the Eliteserien fixture level at 3-3.

Daga’s latest goal nevertheless extended a productive spell for the Nigerian midfielder. Across his last three league appearances, he has now scored twice, while his 74-minute contribution against Sarpsborg 08 provided another indication that his influence is increasing as Molde’s campaign continues.