Sandefjord vs Rosenborg Prediction 6 July 2025
πThe upcoming clash between Sandefjord and Rosenborg promises to be an intriguing affair. Both teams are eager to solidify their positions on the league table, but their current forms tell different stories. Sandefjord have been impressive at home, consistently scoring over 1.5 goals, showcasing their attacking prowess. However, the visitors from Trondheim are known for their solid defense and rarely suffer defeats on the road. It will be fascinating to watch this tactical showdown: will we witness an open game with plenty of goals, or will it be a hard-fought battle with limited chances?
Head-to-Head
The last official clash between the teams took place on 29 September 2024 and ended with a 0-1 scoreline. Here's the comparative stats from that encounter (Sandefjord were the home side):
- possession: 47% vs 53%;
- corners: 7 vs 1;
- fouls: 6 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 4.
πStatistical preview of official encounters between Sandefjord and Rosenborg:
- 27 matches played;
- home wins - 2, away wins - 20, draws - 5;
- goals scored - 24 for Sandefjord, 64 for Rosenborg;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.52, second half - 1.74;
- average total goals per match - 3.26.
Head-to-head statistics Sandefjord - Rosenborg

Sandefjord Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Eliteserien, with Brann hosting Sandefjord. The match concluded with a 1-0 victory.
Here are the match statistics (Sandefjord vs Brann):
- possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corners: 3 vs 9;
- fouls: 12 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 0 vs 8.
Sandefjord sit sixth in the standings and have been putting on commendable performances at home, securing victories in 6 of their last 11 matches. The team is known for their aggressive style of play and their ability to swiftly transition from defense to attack, which often results in creating dangerous opportunities in front of the opponent's goal. They boast an average of 1.82 goals per match-an impressive figure for a club of their caliber. However, it's worth noting their defensive inconsistencies, which sometimes let them down during crucial moments of games.
Match Results: Sandefjord

Rosenborg Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Eliteserien, where Rosenborg hosted Viking. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match stats (Rosenborg vs Viking):
- possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corners: 9 vs 5;
- fouls: 7 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 2 vs 4.
Rosenborg are currently third in the league standings, thanks to their disciplined play both in attack and defense. Over the last ten matches, they have shown varied form with four wins and three losses, yet they have maintained consistent results by conceding an average of just 0.92 goals per game. The head-to-head history suggests an advantage for the visitors, as the most recent encounter ended in a 1-0 victory for Rosenborg.
Match Results: Rosenborg
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 27;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 1; for visitors away - 6; number of draws - 7;
- Average first-half total: 1.52;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.52, while the visitors net 1.
First-Half Stats: Sandefjord (home) vs Rosenborg (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 6;
- wins: 4 (80%) vs 3 (50%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 2 (33.33%);
- draws: 1 (20%) vs 1 (16.67%);
- Average goals scored: 1.6 vs 1.67;
- Average goals conceded: 0.2 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 3 vs 3;
- losses: 2 vs 4;
- draws: 5 vs 3;
- Average first-half total: 1 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.5) vs 1.7 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.9).
- Sandefjord scored in the 1st half in last 5 home games (Eliteserien).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 27;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 20, draws - 5.
Statistics: Sandefjord vs Rosenborg
- matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 13;
- wins: 6 vs 6;
- win percentage: 55% vs 46%;
- losses: 5 vs 2;
- draws: 0 vs 5.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 4;
- losses: 4 vs 3;
- draws: 0 vs 3.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 0.89, the guests - 2.37;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.26;
- both teams scored: overall - 16; at the home team's field - 8.
Statistics: Sandefjord vs Rosenborg
- average total in the tournament: 3.27 vs 2.08;
- average total goals scored: 1.82 vs 1.15;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.82 vs 0.54;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1 vs 0.62;
- Sandefjord: average total at home in the tournament - 2.8;
- Rosenborg: average total away in the tournament - 1.17;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.8 (home - 2.75) vs 1.6 (away - 1.83).
- Sandefjord have scored under 1.5 goals in 19 of last 21 games against Rosenborg.
- Sandefjord have scored under 1.5 goals in 18 of last 20 games against Rosenborg (Eliteserien).
Prediction on corners
Sandefjord: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.64; at home field - 3.4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.6; at home field - 4.
Rosenborg: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.77, away - 5.83;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.5; away - 5.
- Sandefjord have taken under 4.5 corners in 6 of last 7 games against Rosenborg (Eliteserien).
- Sandefjord have taken under 4.5 corners in last 8 games.
- Sandefjord have taken under 4.5 corners in last 7 games (Eliteserien).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.62 (1.81 for home team and 1.81 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.57 (1.71 for home team and 0.86 for away team).
Sandefjord: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.73; at home - 1.4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.4; at home - 1.
Rosenborg: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.92, away - 2.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; away - 2.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 27;
- both teams scored all-time - 16 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 8 times.
Statistics: Sandefjord vs Rosenborg
- number of matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 13;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 6 vs 5;
- number of BTTS matches for Sandefjord at home - 2 (40%);
- number of BTTS matches for Rosenborg away - 2 (33%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Sandefjord at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Rosenborg away - 2 (33%).
β Editorial Prediction
We anticipate a tense clash between two ambitious teams with contrasting playing styles: the hosts with their attacking flair and the visitors known for their organized approach. Considering Sandefjord's home performance stats and Rosenborg's traditional reliability on the road, a moderately scoring outcome without a clear favorite seems likely. In such conditions, Rosenborg, with their solid defensive play, are likely to feel more at ease. The venue won't matter much for them, making the choice straightforward. Our bet is on Rosenborg not to lose.