Start had a promising start to the match against Fredrikstad but ended up losing 2-1. Jesper Cornelius gave Start the lead early in the game, but Fredrikstad turned the match around with goals from Daniel Eid and Oskar Øhlenschlæger. Start, trying to build on their first win of the season against Vålerenga, could not maintain their lead. Fredrikstad reduced the pressure after halftime and had several chances, but Start also had opportunities to extend their lead. Towards the end of the match, Start was reduced to ten men after Altin Ujkani received his second yellow card. Now, Start must prepare for their next match away against Brann on July 12, while Fredrikstad faces Lillestrøm the day before.