The 1946

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was the 41st season of the

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annual knockout

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tournament. The tournament was open for all members of NFF, except those from

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. The final was played at

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on 13 October 1946, and was contested by the same two teams as in last year's final. The defending champions Lyn won 3-2

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against last year's losing finalist

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and secured their sixth title.

Third round

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Fourth round

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Quarter-finals

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Semi-finals

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Final

References

* * * {{1946–47 in European football (UEFA) Norwegian Football Cup seasons

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