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Sandefjord vs Brann Prediction, Tips & Odds

Sandefjord vs Brann

EliteserienRegular Season - 19
Sandefjord
#13 · Eliteserien
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VS
Jotun Arena, Sandefjord (6,598)
Brann
#6 · Eliteserien
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Match Preview

The model favours Brann to win this match against Sandefjord, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Brann currently sits in 6th place in the Eliteserien standings, having amassed 25 points from 17 matches. Their season has been marked by a strong attacking output, with 36 goals scored, showcasing their ability to find the back of the net consistently. Despite a recent loss, their form remains solid, with four wins in their last five matches. On the other hand, Sandefjord finds itself struggling in 13th place, with only 18 points from their 17 games. Their recent form has been particularly concerning, managing just one win in their last five outings, which includes four consecutive losses. With 15 goals scored and 23 conceded, they are facing challenges both in attack and defense, further complicating their efforts to climb the standings. The model gives Brann a win probability of 60%, with the projected score being 2-1. A key market percentage to note is their likelihood to cover the spread. However, one caveat is Sandefjord's potential for an upset, particularly if they can capitalize on any defensive lapses from Brann. For a deeper understanding of the prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where The Daily Punt Analysis Team details their in-house model based on expected goals and actual results throughout the season.

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Brann leads 4-1)
1 Sandefjord4 Draw4 Brann
12 Apr
Brann
0-1
Sandefjord
Eliteserien
Sept 25
Sandefjord
0-3
Brann
Eliteserien
Jun 25
Brann
1-0
Sandefjord
Eliteserien
Sept 24
Sandefjord
2-2
Brann
Eliteserien
May 24
Brann
2-1
Sandefjord
Eliteserien
Oct 23
Sandefjord
1-1
Brann
Eliteserien
May 23
Brann
0-0
Sandefjord
Eliteserien
Mar 23
Brann
3-0
Sandefjord
NM Cupen
Nov 21
Sandefjord
2-2
Brann
Eliteserien
Oct 21
Brann
-
Sandefjord
Eliteserien

In the last 10 matches between Sandefjord and Brann, the record shows Sandefjord with 1 win, 4 draws, and Brann with 4 wins. The scorelines indicate a fairly competitive rivalry, with several matches ending in draws and a mix of narrow and heavier victories. Notably, Brann has achieved three wins by a margin of two or more goals, suggesting they have had the upper hand in terms of goal difference. Sandefjord's last victory over Brann came in April 2026, highlighting a significant gap since they last claimed a win in this matchup.

Eliteserien Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Bodo/Glimt
17132243123141
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2
Viking
17131340172340
LWWDW
3
Tromso
17104334201434
LWWWD
4
Molde
178363226627
WLDWL
5
Lillestrom
178272321226
DLLLW
6
Brann
178183627925
WWLWW
13
Sandefjord
175391523-818
WLLLL
14
Kristiansund BK
1743101527-1215
LWLLD
15
Aalesund
172962741-1415
DDLDL
16
Start
1724111638-2210
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Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
SandefjordHome
2W3D3L
8 playedGF 6 · GA 91.13 pts/game
BrannAway
3W1D4L
8 playedGF 19 · GA 141.25 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
SandefjordBrann
1.36Goals p.g.1.94
1.29Goals conceded p.g.1.63
32%Clean sheets6%
46%Win rate40%
2.64Avg goals in match3.57
1.04xG per game1.50
-0.11xGA per game-0.29
51%Possession %59%
3.6Shots on target / game4.8
5.5Corners per game5.9
Sandefjord
Recent Form

Sandefjord have won 9 of their last 16 matches at home, drawing 4 and losing 3. Their recent home fixtures include lost to Sandefjord 0-1 and lost to Sandefjord 0-3.

Overall, the wider run reads 13W 5D 10L from the last 28 games (46% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: SandefjordAll competitions
16 Aug
Sarpsborg 08 FF
1-2
Sandefjord
Eliteserien
07 Aug
Sandefjord
0-1
KFUM Oslo
Eliteserien
01 Aug
Fredrikstad
1-0
Sandefjord
Eliteserien
26 Jul
Sandefjord
0-3
Bodo/Glimt
Eliteserien
18 Jul
Viking
2-1
Sandefjord
Eliteserien
12 Jul
Sandefjord
2-2
Ham-Kam
Eliteserien
13
Win
46%
5
Draw
18%
10
Lost
36%
Brann
Recent Form

Brann have won 6 of their last 16 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 7. Their recent away fixtures include beat Apollon Limassol 2-4 and drew with Universitatea Cluj 2-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 14W 6D 15L from the last 35 games (40% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: BrannAll competitions
16 Aug
Brann
3-0
Ham-Kam
Eliteserien
11 Aug
Apollon Limassol
2-4
Brann
UEFA Europa Conference League
05 Aug
Brann
0-1
Apollon Limassol
UEFA Europa Conference League
02 Aug
Brann
3-2
Rosenborg
Eliteserien
30 Jul
Brann
3-1
Universitatea Cluj
UEFA Europa Conference League
26 Jul
Brann
2-3
Valerenga
Eliteserien
14
Win
40%
6
Draw
17%
15
Lost
43%

Lineups

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Unavailable Players

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Sandefjord

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Brann

No reported absences

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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.