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Sarpsborg 08 FF vs Valerenga Prediction, Tips & Odds

Sarpsborg 08 FF vs Valerenga

EliteserienRegular Season - 20
Sarpsborg 08 FF
#9 · Eliteserien
DWDWD
2 - 2
Sarpsborg Stadion, Sarpsborg (8,022)
Referee: M. Grotta
Valerenga
#11 · Eliteserien
DLWLW
★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.40
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.38 (implied 72.7%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 75.2% probability (an expert ratio of 1.33). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (75.2% vs 72.7%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Sarpsborg 08 FF to win against Valerenga, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Sarpsborg currently sits in 9th place in the Eliteserien standings, with a record of 6 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses from 17 matches. They have scored 20 goals while conceding 23, resulting in a goal difference of -3. Their recent form shows some resilience, with two wins and a draw in their last five matches. Valerenga, on the other hand, is positioned just below Sarpsborg in 11th place, having played the same number of matches but with slightly weaker results, recording 6 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses. They have a higher goal tally of 28 but have conceded 34 goals, leading to a goal difference of -6. Their form is similar to Sarpsborg's, with two wins and a draw in the last five matches, but they have struggled defensively throughout the season. The model indicates a win probability of around 55% for Sarpsborg, with a projected score of 2-1. However, a potential pitfall could be Sarpsborg's inconsistency, especially if they fail to convert chances or if Valerenga capitalizes on any defensive lapses. The full methodology behind this prediction can be found in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team utilizes an in-house model that evaluates 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
Sarpsborg 08 FF Win50%1.95
Draw21%3.93
Valerenga Win29%3.27
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.3866.1%

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

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.3965.4%

Combined goal output is high (3.5 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Sarpsborg 08 FF 1-1 Valerenga
8.1312.4%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 12.4% probability.

Asian Handicap
Sarpsborg 08 FF -0.5
1.8644%

Sarpsborg 08 FF have been the stronger side, winning 50% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
8.13
12.4%
2-1
8.48
11.9%
2-2
10.16
10.0%
1-2
10.86
9.4%
3-1
12.19
8.4%
1-0
12.27
8.3%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 12.4% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Sarpsborg 08 FF
-0.0
1.49
Valerenga
+0.0
2.56
Sarpsborg 08 FF
-0.3
1.72
Valerenga
+0.3
2.70
Sarpsborg 08 FF
-0.5
1.86
Valerenga
+0.5
3.15
Sarpsborg 08 FF
-1.5
3.00
Valerenga
+1.5
6.00

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. Sarpsborg 08 FF 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

Sarpsborg 08 FF vs Valerenga
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
2.003.903.201.402.881.352.88
Marathonbet
1.933.923.341.352.761.362.83
Betfair
1.904.333.251.402.881.402.88
Pinnacle
1.954.303.461.422.97
SBO
2.143.372.59
William Hill
1.913.903.251.402.80
Bet365
1.904.003.401.402.881.402.75
1xBet
1.984.013.421.352.761.362.89
Unibet
1.913.903.401.382.751.382.75
Betano
1.983.803.301.422.771.382.82
Superbet
1.973.853.351.392.851.372.85
BetVictor
1.873.903.301.362.881.362.88

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
94%
Over 1.5 Goals
84.7%
Over 2.5 Goals
65.4%
Over 3.5 Goals
47.2%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XSarpsborg 08 FF or Draw
71%1.31
12Sarpsborg 08 FF or Valerenga
79%1.22
X2Draw or Valerenga
50%1.82

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Valerenga leads 5-3)
3 Sarpsborg 08 FF2 Draw5 Valerenga
Aug 25
Valerenga
4-0
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Eliteserien
Apr 25
Sarpsborg 08 FF
1-1
Valerenga
Eliteserien
Feb 25
Valerenga
1-0
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Friendlies Clubs
Mar 24
Valerenga
5-3
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Friendlies Clubs
Nov 23
Sarpsborg 08 FF
3-2
Valerenga
Eliteserien
Apr 23
Valerenga
0-2
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Eliteserien
Jan 23
Valerenga
4-1
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Friendlies Clubs
Oct 22
Valerenga
3-3
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Eliteserien
Jul 22
Sarpsborg 08 FF
0-1
Valerenga
Eliteserien
Oct 21
Sarpsborg 08 FF
2-1
Valerenga
Eliteserien

In the last 10 matches between Sarpsborg 08 FF and Valerenga, Valerenga has won 5 times, Sarpsborg 08 FF has won 3 times, and there have been 2 draws. The scorelines indicate a mix of tight contests and more decisive victories, with Valerenga achieving a notable 4-0 win in their most recent encounter. There have been several high-scoring matches, such as the 5-3 friendly in favor of Valerenga, highlighting an ability for both teams to find the net. Sarpsborg's last victory over Valerenga was in April 2023, suggesting a competitive rivalry with no clear dominance from either side.

Eliteserien Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Bodo/Glimt
19152249153447
WWWWW
2
Viking
19142343192444
DWLWW
3
Tromso
19105434221235
LDLWW
4
Molde
1910363829933
WWWLD
5
Lillestrom
199282626029
WLDLL
6
Rosenborg
198383126527
WLWWL
9
Sarpsborg 08 FF
196672225-324
DDLLD
11
Valerenga
196493340-722
DLDLL
14
KFUM Oslo
1954102033-1319
LLDWW
15
Aalesund
193973043-1318
WLDDL
16
Start
1934122041-2113
LWLLW

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Sarpsborg 08 FFHome
4W3D2L
9 playedGF 11 · GA 91.67 pts/game
ValerengaAway
2W3D4L
9 playedGF 14 · GA 221.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Sarpsborg 08 FFValerenga
1.5Goals p.g.2.03
1.18Goals conceded p.g.1.75
36%Clean sheets19%
50%Win rate47%
2.68Avg goals in match3.78
1.29xG per game1.51
-0.42xGA per game-1.02
43%Possession %51%
3.9Shots on target / game6.2
4.3Corners per game6.5
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Recent Form

Sarpsborg 08 FF have won 9 of their last 13 matches at home, drawing 3 and losing 1. Their recent home fixtures include beat Sarpsborg 08 FF 1-0 and beat Sarpsborg 08 FF 1-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 14W 6D 8L from the last 28 games (50% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Sarpsborg 08 FFAll competitions
30 Aug
Tromso
0-0
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Eliteserien
22 Aug
Sparta Sarpsborg
0-2
Sarpsborg 08 FF
NM Cupen
02 Aug
Molde
3-3
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Eliteserien
26 Jul
Sarpsborg 08 FF
1-0
Ham-Kam
Eliteserien
18 Jul
Kristiansund BK
0-0
Sarpsborg 08 FF
Eliteserien
12 Jul
Sarpsborg 08 FF
1-0
Viking
Eliteserien
14
Win
50%
6
Draw
21%
8
Lost
29%
Valerenga
Recent Form

Valerenga have won 4 of their last 14 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 7. Their recent away fixtures include drew with Valerenga 2-2 and beat Christiania BK 2-7.

Overall, the wider run reads 15W 5D 12L from the last 32 games (47% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: ValerengaAll competitions
06 Sept
Sarpsborg 08 FF
2-2
Valerenga
Eliteserien
30 Aug
Valerenga
3-4
Molde
Eliteserien
23 Aug
Christiania BK
2-7
Valerenga
NM Cupen
31 Jul
Valerenga
0-3
Ham-Kam
Eliteserien
26 Jul
Brann
2-3
Valerenga
Eliteserien
16 Jul
Valerenga
6-1
Aalesund
Eliteserien
15
Win
47%
5
Draw
16%
12
Lost
38%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

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

Unavailable Players

6 players

Sarpsborg 08 FF3

F. Carstensen
Missing FixtureInjury
M. Svenningsen Gronn
Missing FixtureAnkle Injury
S. Rosted
Missing FixtureAnkle Injury

Valerenga3

F. Ambina
Missing FixtureMuscle Injury
M. Grundetjern
Missing FixtureYellow Cards
M. Sjoeng
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

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 Goals1.39 (65.4%)
Both Teams Score1.38 (66.1%)
Value Bets
Sarpsborg 08 FF Win1.95 (50.2%)
Valerenga Win3.27 (29.1%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.84 (34.6%)
BTTS No2.83 (33.9%)
Speculative
Draw3.93 (20.7%)

Yellow Card Prediction

M. Grotta has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by M. Grotta to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Sarpsborg 08 FF have averaged 4.3 corners per match at home; Valerenga 6.5 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.4 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Sarpsborg 08 FF have generated 1.29 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 50% of them. They put 3.9 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Sarpsborg 08 FF player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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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.