Reigning champions Viking will be eager to bounce back from their narrow 1-0 defeat to Sarpsborg when they welcome Sandefjord to Stavanger in Round 14 of the Eliteserien. The hosts remain firmly in the title race and know that a victory could see them overtake Tromso at the top of the standings. Defender Henrik Falchener is back from international duty, giving Viking another boost ahead of this important fixture. Despite last weekend's setback, the home side have been outstanding this season, winning nine of their last ten matches in all competitions. Their home record is particularly impressive, with five consecutive victories, an average of 4.2 goals scored per game, and a perfect three points per match.
Sandefjord, meanwhile, travel to Stavanger on a four-match winless run and face an uphill task against one of the league's strongest home sides. Midfielder Jakob Vester serves a suspension, reducing the visitors' options in the middle of the park. While Sandefjord have managed to score in each of their last five away matches and 80% of those games have seen both teams find the net, they have also conceded 1.8 goals per away fixture. Viking have historically enjoyed this matchup as well, winning 10 of the previous 18 meetings between the sides. Considering the hosts' outstanding form and attacking firepower, it is difficult to look beyond a comfortable home victory.
As Viking have won nine of their last ten matches and boast a perfect home record in their last five, we are tempted to place our bets on Home Win. Additionally, Viking Over 1.5 and Over 2.5 goals total markets seem appealing (thirteen of the previous 18 meetings have produced at least three goals, while Viking average 5.4 total goals per home match).
This Norway Eliteserien match will be played on Saturday 18 July 2026 at 17:00.
What is our Viking vs Sandefjord prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Viking 3 - 0 Sandefjord
Viking vs Sandefjord Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 3-0 @ 800 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): No @ 100 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -275 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -120 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -275 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -1000 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Peter Christiansen @ -125 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Peter Christiansen @ 375 Odds
- To be Booked: Jakob Maslo Dunsby @ 200 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Sandefjord +3.5 @ -527 Odds
- European Handicap: Viking FK -1 @ -150 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 7.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 175 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -800 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Viking FK to Win @ -1400 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Viking FK to Win/Viking FK to Win @ -138 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Viking FK - Yes @ 120 Odds
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View OfferViking Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwwwwwwwwl | 2.70 |
| Home | wwwww | 3.00 |
| Away | wwwwl | 2.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 90% | 100% | 80% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.70 | 5.40 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 2.80 | 4.20 | 1.40 |
| Conceded | 0.90 | 1.20 | 0.60 |
| BTTS | 50% | 60% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 0% | 20% |
| Expected Goals | 1.73 | 1.88 | 1.57 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.18 | 1.14 | 1.22 |
Sandefjord Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwdlwwldld | 1.50 |
| Home | dwwdd | 1.80 |
| Away | wwlll | 1.20 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.40 | 1.80 | 3.00 |
| Scored | 1.20 | 1.20 | 1.20 |
| Conceded | 1.20 | 0.60 | 1.80 |
| BTTS | 60% | 40% | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 60% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.51 | 1.58 | 1.43 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.57 | 1.53 | 1.61 |
Viking vs Sandefjord Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Viking (56%)
18 Matches
Sandefjord (22%)
Viking vs Sandefjord Past Results
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