Sarpsborg vs Viking Prediction 12 July 2026
🔊 In this round of the Eliteserien, Sarpsborg are set to face Viking. The hosts have endured an inconsistent campaign, hovering around mid-table. Viking, meanwhile, sit atop the standings, boasting an impressive attacking record and riding a confident winning streak in recent matches. The contrast between the visitors’ consistent firepower and the hosts’ unpredictable form could prove decisive in shaping the outcome of this clash.
Head-to-Head
The most recent official meeting between these sides took place on 27 September 2025 and ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw. Here’s a comparative look at the key stats from that encounter (Viking were the home team):
- Possession: 46% vs 54%;
- Corners: 6 vs 11;
- Yellow cards: 2 vs 2.
📊 Head-to-head stats from official encounters between Sarpsborg and Viking:
- They have faced off 28 times;
- The hosts have claimed 7 wins, while the visitors have come out on top 14 times, with 7 draws;
- Goals scored: 29 for the home side, 39 for the away side;
- Average goals in the first half: 0.96, in the second half: 1.46;
- Average total goals per match: 2.43.
Head-to-head statistics Sarpsborg - Viking
Sarpsborg Team Overview
Sarpsborg have struggled to find consistency this season. Over their last five official matches, they've picked up three wins but also suffered two defeats. Stretching the timeline further, the picture is less encouraging: just three victories and five losses in their previous ten outings. Their attacking output at home is modest, averaging 1.1 goals per game, while defensively they concede more often, allowing an average of 1.6 goals per match during this period. With little at stake in terms of league position, as they sit comfortably mid-table, Sarpsborg lack the motivation to push for the top spots at this stage. As a result, the side have not shown much reliability either in attack or at the back.
Match Results: Sarpsborg
Viking Team Overview
Viking are enjoying a strong campaign, sitting comfortably at the top of the table and standing out for their prolific attack. Over their last ten official fixtures, Viking have recorded nine wins and just one defeat. They are averaging 2.9 goals per game during this stretch, well above the league average, highlighting the visitors’ attacking firepower. Defensively, they have also been solid, conceding just one goal per match on average across those ten outings. With the title race still very much alive, Viking remain highly motivated; leading the standings, they know they must maintain their impressive points tally even on the road.
Match Results: Viking
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 28;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 5; for visitors away - 3; number of draws - 6;
- Average first-half total: 0.96;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.5, while the visitors net 0.46.
First-Half Stats: Sarpsborg (home) vs Viking (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 5;
- wins: 1 (20%) vs 4 (80%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 1 (20%);
- draws: 4 (80%) vs 0 (0%);
- Average goals scored: 1.4 vs 1.4;
- Average goals conceded: 0.6 vs 0.4.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 2 vs 9;
- losses: 2 vs 1;
- draws: 6 vs 0;
- Average first-half total: 1.9 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 1) vs 2.1 (scored - 1.6, conceded - 0.5).
- Viking have won the 1st half in 9 of last 10 games.
- Viking have won the 1st half in 8 of last 9 games (Eliteserien).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 28;
- home team wins - 7, away team wins - 14, draws - 7.
Statistics: Sarpsborg vs Viking
- matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 10;
- wins: 4 vs 9;
- win percentage: 36% vs 90%;
- losses: 5 vs 1;
- draws: 2 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 9;
- losses: 5 vs 1;
- draws: 2 vs 0.
- Sarpsborg won with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of last 12 games against Viking.
- Sarpsborg won with a +1.5 handicap in 10 of last 11 games against Viking (Eliteserien).
- Sarpsborg won with a +1.5 handicap in 9 of last 10 home games against Viking.
- Sarpsborg won with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 home games against Viking (Eliteserien).
- Sarpsborg won with a +1.5 handicap in 12 of last 13 games (Eliteserien).
- Sarpsborg won with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of last 12 games.
- Sarpsborg won with a +1.5 handicap in last 6 home games (Eliteserien).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.04, the guests - 1.39;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.43;
- both teams scored: overall - 16; at the home team's field - 9.
Statistics: Sarpsborg vs Viking
- average total in the tournament: 2.64 vs 3.9;
- average total goals scored: 1.18 vs 2.9;
- average total in the 1st half: 1 vs 1.6;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.18 vs 1.3;
- Sarpsborg: average total at home in the tournament - 1.2;
- Viking: average total away in the tournament - 1.6;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.1 (home - 1.2) vs 2.9 (away - 1.75).
- Viking have scored over 1.5 goals in 6 of last 7 away games against Sarpsborg (Eliteserien).
- Viking have scored over 1.5 goals in last 7 games (Eliteserien).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 28;
- both teams scored all-time - 16 times;
- on the home team’s field - 9 times.
Statistics: Sarpsborg vs Viking
- number of matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 10;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 7 vs 6;
- number of BTTS matches for Sarpsborg at home - 4 (80%);
- number of BTTS matches for Viking away - 3 (60%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Sarpsborg at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Viking away - 2 (50%).
- Sarpsborg have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 home games against Viking (Eliteserien).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (11/89, 12.4%), 2:0 (11/89, 12.4%);
- Sarpsborg at home most often finish matches: 1:1 , 2:1 (2/5, 40%);
- Viking away most often play: 1:2 (2/5, 40%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
0:1 - 11.56% (odds 10)
1:1 - 10.8% (odds 8)
0:2 - 9.35% (odds 10)
⭐ Editor's Pick
The current trends point to just one sensible bet: under 3.5 goals. Sarpsborg have seen this line hit in each of their last eight home matches, highlighting a controlled approach to scoring at this venue. The hosts' recent form further suggests a lack of attacking firepower, averaging just 1.1 goals per game, and while their defense is far from solid, the visitors tend to play pragmatically and rarely get involved in high-scoring shootouts. Viking possess a potent attack, but their away fixtures are often more subdued as they look to maintain their position at the top and avoid unnecessary risks. All signs suggest a low-scoring encounter. Our prediction - under 3.5 goals.
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