Bilal Njie has returned to action for KFUM Oslo after his suspension was lifted, featuring on the bench for their Eliteserien clash against Sarpsborg 08 on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
The 27-year-old midfielder, who had been suspended alongside his brother Moussa following allegations of match-fixing related to sports betting, was included in the squad after the Norwegian Football Federation’s disciplinary committee lifted the suspension earlier this month. KFUM Oslo confirmed his availability via their official channels, noting that no valid suspension remained in place as of the match date.
Njie entered the game in the 70th minute to a warm reception from the home crowd, marking his first appearance since the controversy erupted in late February. His return coincided with a crucial victory for KFUM Oslo over Sarpsborg 08, securing three vital points in their Eliteserien campaign.
While Njie did not speak to the media after the match, KFUM Oslo head coach Johannes Moesgaard praised the midfielder’s impact, stating that the team had missed his presence and expressing relief at seeing him back in action.
The Njie brothers remain under investigation by authorities for alleged corruption tied to betting on matches, with police confirming the investigation involves three specific games. However, officials have stated there is no evidence to suggest the alleged match-fixing influenced the actual outcomes of those contests.
Despite the ongoing legal situation, both brothers have been reinstated to KFUM Oslo’s first-team squad following the suspension lift, though only Bilal was named in the matchday squad for the Sarpsborg 08 encounter, with his brother Moussa omitted from the traveling party.
The victory represented a significant moment for KFUM Oslo as they look to build momentum in the Eliteserien standings, with the team aiming to move past the off-field distractions and focus on their sporting objectives for the remainder of the 2026 season.
