Our prediction for this Norway Eliteserien match:
Following a 2-1 loss to Tromso, Sarpsborg 08 will be aiming to get back on course in the Eliteserien when they face Viking on Matchday 10. Sarpsborg failed to extend their winning run to four games, with the team dropping to 6th place in the standings, but the fact that they defeated both Brann and Aalesund in the previous two home games is surely giving fans a reason for optimism.
The Dark Blues, on the other hand, struggled at the back in back-to-back losses to Bodo (1-5) and Molde (3-4), which is probably the main reason why home win should be considered. Sondre Bjorshol misses out through suspension, while fellow defender Magnar Odegaard has yet to overcome a knee injury. You should know that Sarpsborg defeated Viking thanks to Tobias Heintz’s goal in their last meeting in the Norwegian elite division.
Highlighted Team (Viking):
Founded back in 1899, Viking are both one of the oldest and the most successful Norwegian teams. The dark blues won their eight domestic trophy in 1991, but they have not been as successful in the 21st century.
Viking won the Norwegian Cup on five occasions (1953, 1959, 1979, 1989, 2001) and knocking Chelsea out of the UEFA Cup during the 2002/2003 season is considered the team’s best achievement in European competitions.