Svensson out until World Cup, Buberg extends

May 19, 2026

Captain out until after the World Cup

Jonas Svensson is done for Rosenborg until after this summer's World Cup. The captain's absence is a brutal blow for your side, he's been the anchor and leader, and now you're looking at several key matches without him on the pitch (1).

Buberg commits long-term

Andrea Buberg has signed a new long-term contract with Rosenborg. One of the most important profiles in the squad is locked in for the future, and that's a genuine bright spot in today's news cycle for RBK fans (2).

Sources

1. adressa.no — RBK-kapteinen ferdigspilt
2. adressa.no — Ny langtidskontrakt for RBK-profil

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