Viking vs Aalesunds Prediction 18 March 2026
🔊 The clash between Viking and Aalesund promises to be intriguing. The season has just kicked off, and neither team has yet displayed top-notch football. This makes progressing to the next round of the Cup all the more crucial. Viking are marked as the strong favorites, but their opponents are capable of surprising with their tenacity. We offer a prediction for the event and a bet at reasonable odds.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 25 June 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 0-1. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (Aalesund were the home side):
- possession: 41% vs 59%;
- corners: 5 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Viking and Aalesund:
- 32 matches played;
- home victories - 17, away victories - 10, draws - 5;
- goals scored - 59 to 42;
- average total in the first half - 1.31, in the second half - 1.84;
- average total goals per match - 3.16.
Head-to-head statistics Viking - Aalesunds
Viking Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on in the Eliteserien, featuring Ham-Kam as the home side against Viking. The game concluded with a 2-1 victory.
Here's the match statistics (Viking vs Ham-Kam):
- possession: 61% vs 39%;
- corners: 13 vs 6;
- fouls: 14 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Viking are defending their championship title this year, which comes as a surprise. Last season was a breakthrough for the team. However, they're now feeling the pressure, especially after losing their opening match of the season to Ham Kam (1-2). As heavy favorites, Viking fell short and, crucially, didn't put up much resistance. Their defensive struggles and underestimation of their opponent are concerning. An important Cup match is on the horizon, and securing a victory is crucial, primarily to boost their own confidence.
Match Results: Viking
Aalesunds Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Eliteserien, where they faced Aalesund away. The game ended in a 1-3 victory for Lillestrom.
Here are the match stats (Aalesund vs Lillestrom):
- possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corners: 3 vs 6;
- fouls: 11 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 7 vs 7.
Aalesund are still finding their feet in the top tier, so expectations for heroics are low. The team faces a long journey of self-improvement, which should eventually yield results. Along the way, advancing through another round of the Cup would be a welcome achievement, though it promises to be a formidable challenge. They suffered a 3-1 defeat to Lillestrom in their league opener, yet they impressed with their football organization. The key area for improvement is defensive attentiveness, while their attack could prove effective over the long haul.
Match Results: Aalesunds
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 32;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 4; for visitors away - 5; number of draws - 7;
- Average first-half total: 1.31;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.72, while the visitors net 0.59.
First-Half Stats: Viking (home) vs Aalesunds (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 0 vs 3;
- wins: 0 (0%) vs 2 (66.67%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- Average goals scored: 0 vs 2;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.67.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 6 vs 4;
- losses: 1 vs 1;
- draws: 3 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 2 (scored - 1.5, conceded - 0.5) vs 1.8 (scored - 1.2, conceded - 0.6).
- Viking have drawn in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 home games against Aalesunds.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 32;
- home team wins - 17, away team wins - 10, draws - 5.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.84, the guests - 1.31;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.16;
- both teams scored: overall - 23; at the home team's field - 12.
Statistics: Viking vs Aalesunds
- average total in the tournament: 3 vs 4.33;
- average total goals scored: 3 vs 3;
- average total in the 1st half: 1 vs 1.33;
- average total in the 2nd half: 2 vs 1.67;
- Viking: average total at home in the tournament - 0;
- Aalesunds: average total away in the tournament - 3;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.9 (home - 4) vs 2.2 (away - 2.6).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Viking games (NM Cup).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 32;
- both teams scored all-time - 23 times;
- on the home team’s field - 12 times.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
In the clash between Viking and Aalesund, the key factor will be each team's offensive capabilities. Viking have shown consistency in their attack, though their defense has faltered at times, as evidenced by their recent loss to Ham Kam. Aalesund also know how to find the back of the net but struggle defensively on their side of the pitch. Considering recent trends, as well as the form and statistics of both teams, a well-founded prediction would be to bet on both teams scoring. Our pick is both teams to score. The potential scoreline could be 3-1 in favor of Viking.No comments
Betting Tips: Viking - Aalesunds
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