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Aalesund vs Valerenga Prediction, Tips & Odds

Aalesund vs Valerenga

EliteserienRegular Season - 18
Aalesund
#15 · Eliteserien
DDLDL
5 - 5
Color Line Stadion
Referee: M. Kellerhals
Valerenga
#11 · Eliteserien
LLWWL
★ OUR PICK
Over 2.5 Goals
Both sides average plenty of goals and trend toward open games — the over is the value pick here.
Totals
1.42
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.38 (implied 72.4%) for Over 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 74.9% probability (an expert ratio of 1.34). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (74.9% vs 72.4%), driven by both sides' high goal output and tendency toward open games. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Valerenga to win against Aalesund, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Valerenga sits in 9th place in the league, having accumulated 20 points from 15 matches. Their season has been marked by six wins, although they have also faced seven defeats. Notably, they have scored 22 goals while conceding 27, indicating a moderate offensive performance with some defensive vulnerabilities. On the other hand, Aalesund is struggling in 14th place with only 13 points from 15 matches, reflecting a challenging season with just two wins. Their goal difference of -14, with 21 goals scored and 35 conceded, highlights significant defensive issues that have plagued their campaign. Recent form shows a slight improvement with one win in their last five matches, but consistency remains a concern. The model gives Valerenga a win probability significantly higher than Aalesund, suggesting they are the more likely side to secure three points. However, Aalesund's home advantage could complicate matters, as they will be eager to improve their standing. For full details on the prediction methodology, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where our in-house model analyzes expected goals and actual results throughout the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Aalesund Win39%2.61
Draw21%3.72
Valerenga Win40%2.37
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.3569.2%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.3868.5%

Combined goal output is high (3.6 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Aalesund 1-1 Valerenga
7.7613.0%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.0% probability.

Asian Handicap
Valerenga -0.0
1.8034%

Valerenga have been the stronger side, winning 47% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
7.76
13.0%
1-2
9.00
11.2%
2-2
9.64
10.5%
2-1
9.69
10.4%
0-1
13.62
7.5%
1-3
14.39
7.2%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 13.0% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Aalesund
-0.0
1.99
Valerenga
+0.0
1.80
Aalesund
-0.3
2.28
Valerenga
+0.3
2.12
Aalesund
-0.5
2.60
Valerenga
+0.5
2.18
Aalesund
-1.5
5.00
Valerenga
+1.5
4.50

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Valerenga are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Aalesund vs Valerenga
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.803.902.201.402.901.352.90
Marathonbet
2.593.682.411.362.721.342.93
Betfair
2.603.802.381.333.001.303.20
Pinnacle
2.693.932.461.413.02
SBO
2.473.572.25
William Hill
2.503.602.381.362.88
Bet365
2.623.702.451.402.881.402.75
1xBet
2.653.772.471.362.721.342.99
Unibet
2.753.652.281.382.751.352.85
888Sport
2.503.602.381.402.801.362.88
Betano
2.603.652.451.422.751.362.92
BetVictor
2.503.802.301.362.901.303.10

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
94.1%
Over 1.5 Goals
84.7%
Over 2.5 Goals
68.5%
Over 3.5 Goals
47.7%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XAalesund or Draw
61%1.55
12Aalesund or Valerenga
79%1.24
X2Draw or Valerenga
61%1.45

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Valerenga leads 7-0)
0 Aalesund3 Draw7 Valerenga
Sept 24
Valerenga
4-1
Aalesund
1. Division
May 24
Aalesund
0-2
Valerenga
1. Division
Sept 23
Valerenga
3-1
Aalesund
Eliteserien
Apr 23
Aalesund
0-1
Valerenga
Eliteserien
Aug 22
Valerenga
4-0
Aalesund
Eliteserien
Jun 22
Aalesund
2-2
Valerenga
Eliteserien
Nov 20
Aalesund
1-1
Valerenga
Eliteserien
Jul 20
Valerenga
2-2
Aalesund
Eliteserien
Oct 17
Valerenga
5-1
Aalesund
Eliteserien
May 17
Aalesund
0-1
Valerenga
Eliteserien

In the last 10 matches between Aalesund and Valerenga, Valerenga has won 7 times, Aalesund has drawn 3 times, and Aalesund has yet to secure a victory. The scorelines indicate that Valerenga has often dominated, with several heavy wins, including a 4-1 and a 4-0 victory. The drawn matches have been limited, suggesting that Aalesund struggles to compete effectively. Notably, Aalesund has not won against Valerenga in their last 10 encounters, which underscores a significant historical advantage for Valerenga in this matchup.

Eliteserien Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Bodo/Glimt
17132243123141
WWWWW
2
Viking
17131340172340
LWWDW
3
Tromso
17104334201434
LWWWD
4
Molde
178363226627
WLDWL
5
Lillestrom
178272321226
DLLLW
6
Brann
178183627925
WWLWW
11
Valerenga
176382834-621
DLLWW
14
Kristiansund BK
1743101527-1215
LWLLD
15
Aalesund
172962741-1415
DDLDL
16
Start
1724111638-2210
LLWLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
AalesundHome
1W6D3L
10 playedGF 20 · GA 260.90 pts/game
ValerengaAway
2W2D4L
8 playedGF 12 · GA 201.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
AalesundValerenga
1.8Goals p.g.1.8
2Goals conceded p.g.1.67
13%Clean sheets20%
30%Win rate47%
3.8Avg goals in match3.47
1.60xG per game1.50
-0.65xGA per game-0.78
42%Possession %50%
4.9Shots on target / game5.8
5.7Corners per game6.8
Aalesund
Recent Form

Aalesund have won 4 of their last 16 matches at home, drawing 6 and losing 6. Their recent home fixtures include drew with Valerenga 5-5 and lost to Tromso 2-6.

Overall, the wider run reads 9W 9D 12L from the last 30 games (30% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: AalesundAll competitions
16 Aug
Aalesund
5-5
Valerenga
Eliteserien
09 Aug
Ham-Kam
1-1
Aalesund
Eliteserien
02 Aug
Aalesund
2-6
Tromso
Eliteserien
26 Jul
Aalesund
1-1
Viking
Eliteserien
16 Jul
Valerenga
6-1
Aalesund
Eliteserien
11 Jul
Aalesund
2-2
Molde
Eliteserien
9
Win
30%
9
Draw
30%
12
Lost
40%
Valerenga
Recent Form

Valerenga have won 3 of their last 12 matches on the road, drawing 2 and losing 7. Their recent away fixtures include beat Brann 2-3 and lost to Tromso 4-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 14W 4D 12L from the last 30 games (47% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: ValerengaAll competitions
08 Aug
Valerenga
1-2
Bodo/Glimt
Eliteserien
31 Jul
Valerenga
0-3
Ham-Kam
Eliteserien
26 Jul
Brann
2-3
Valerenga
Eliteserien
16 Jul
Valerenga
6-1
Aalesund
Eliteserien
11 Jul
Tromso
4-0
Valerenga
Eliteserien
04 Jul
Valerenga
3-1
Fredrikstad
Friendlies Clubs
14
Win
47%
4
Draw
13%
12
Lost
40%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

10 players

Aalesund6

A. Kjelsen
Missing FixtureThigh Injury
D. Johannsson
Missing FixtureInjury
J. Seehusen
Missing FixtureInjury
P. Aukland
QuestionableInjury
P. Ngongo
Missing FixtureSurgery
U. Syversen
Missing FixtureInjury

Valerenga4

F. Ambina
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
H. Bjordal
Missing FixtureRed Card
M. Sjoeng
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
M. Westergaard
QuestionableInjury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Over 2.5 Goals1.38 (68.5%)
Both Teams Score1.35 (69.2%)
Value Bets
Aalesund Win2.61 (39.3%)
Valerenga Win2.37 (39.5%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.84 (31.5%)
BTTS No2.94 (30.8%)
Speculative
Draw3.72 (21.3%)

Yellow Card Prediction

M. Kellerhals has averaged 1.0 yellow cards per match across 2 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Aalesund have averaged 5.7 corners per match at home; Valerenga 6.8 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 7.3 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Valerenga have generated 1.50 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 47% of them. They put 5.8 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Valerenga player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Over

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.