Amine Chiakha nears top scorer award in Norwegian league

Algerian international forward Amine Chiakha is moving steadily toward clinching the top scorer title in the 2026 Norwegian league. Following an 88th-minute penalty goal in Rosenborg's 4-1 victory over Start during the 26th round, Chiakha has reached 18 league goals, establishing a five-goal lead over his closest rival. His total contribution across all competitions, including the Norwegian Cup, stands at 19 goals and 4 assists. Rosenborg currently holds third place with 46 points, with four matches remaining in the season, which kicked off last March due to weather conditions. Chiakha is set to return to Algeria to join the national team for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers against Togo on November 14 and 17.