In the lead-up to the upcoming season of Norwegian football, confidence in Rosenborg BK (RBK) is at an all-time low according to commentators and fans. Birger Løfaldli, a commentator for Adressa, observes that the team appears to be in poor form, stating that it looks historically bad for the club. As the team prepares for a crucial match against their arch-rivals Molde, discussions of medals and championship aspirations are notably absent. Instead, there is a consensus that RBK will likely have a season characterized by mediocrity.

The lack of optimism is echoed by Inge Braa, the leader of the supporter group Kjernen, who comments on the team's performance during the winter training period. With just five goals in seven matches, the team has experienced three wins, one draw, and three losses, including a recent defeat to Vålerenga. Such statistics are alarming for a club with a storied history of 26 league titles. Fans and analysts alike are left feeling disheartened as discussions of potential medal wins have dwindled significantly.

In response to the growing concerns regarding the team's future, Rosenborg's managing director, Tore Berdal, has expressed confidence in the team's potential to compete at the top level this upcoming season. However, this optimism stands in stark contrast to the general sentiment among supporters and commentators, who have set lowered expectations. As the season unfolds, the question remains if Rosenborg can indeed rise from these low expectations to reclaim their status as a dominant force in Norwegian football.