Eliteserien
Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 - 16:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Sarpsborg Stadion
Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord Prediction & Stats - Eliteserien 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord carries real history into this round of the Eliteserien.
The two sides meet on 16/08 (Sunday) at Sarpsborg Stadion, 16:00 (UK time).
Read the Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 4.5 Goals
Last updated on 14-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Sarpsborg 08 the side to beat, with roughly 52% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Eliteserien odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Sarpsborg 08 Preview
Sarpsborg 08 reach this fixture 16 match into their Eliteserien. Here is where Sarpsborg 08 stand:
In this competition
6 won, 4 drawn, 6 lost
1.38 points per game
19 scored, at 1.19 a game
21 conceded, at 1.31 a game
Sarpsborg 08, season-wide
6 won, 4 drawn, 6 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Daniel Seland Karlsbakk, 5 goals
Most assists: Claus Babo Niyukuri, 4 assists
Recent results — Sarpsborg 08
08/08/2026 10:00
02/08/2026 11:00
26/07/2026 11:00
18/07/2026 10:00
12/07/2026 13:15
Sandefjord: how they are travelling
Sandefjord come in 16 matches into their Eliteserien.
Here is what Guttane have produced:
In this competition
4 won, 3 drawn, 9 lost
0.94 points per game
13 scored, at 0.81 a game
22 conceded, at 1.38 a game
Guttane, season-wide
4 won, 3 drawn, 9 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Evangelos Patoulidis, 3 goals
Most assists: Vetle Walle Egeli, 2 assists
Recent results — Guttane
07/08/2026 13:00
01/08/2026 10:00
26/07/2026 11:00
18/07/2026 12:00
12/07/2026 11:00
The head-to-head favours Sarpsborg 08
Recent meetings have tended to go Sarpsborg 08's way against Sandefjord.
From 22 match(es):
Sarpsborg 08: 12 win(s)
Sandefjord: 7 win(s)
Drawn: 3
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord prediction.
Form comparison Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Sarpsborg 08
Norway - Eliteserien
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
W
D
W
|
1.38 |
| Home |
W
W
W
W
L
|
2 |
| Away |
L
D
D
W
L
|
0.89 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 57% | 22% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 1.86 | 3 |
| Scored | 1.19 | 1.14 | 1.22 |
| Conceded | 1.31 | 0.71 | 1.78 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 57% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 29% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 14% | 33% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.44 | 1.43 | 1.45 |
|
xGA
|
1.62 | 1.56 | 1.66 |
Away Team
Sandefjord
Norway - Eliteserien
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
L
L
|
0.94 |
| Home |
L
L
L
D
D
|
1.13 |
| Away |
L
L
L
L
L
|
0.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 25% | 25% |
| Goals | 2.19 | 1.88 | 2.5 |
| Scored | 0.81 | 0.75 | 0.88 |
| Conceded | 1.38 | 1.13 | 1.63 |
| Both Teams to Score | 44% | 25% | 63% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 38% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 38% | 50% | 25% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.46 | 1.5 | 1.42 |
|
xGA
|
1.64 | 1.63 | 1.65 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Sarpsborg 08 to Win
Backing Sarpsborg 08 to win the match is our top betting tip.
Heading into this clash with Sandefjord, Sarpsborg 08 is set to be the favourite, thanks to their dominant home performances throughout the season.
👉 Prediction: Sarpsborg 08 to Win the 1st Half
Sarpsborg 08 has been strong in the opening 45 minutes at home this season. Whether it's their tactical approach or the boost from their home crowd, they consistently come out strong.
We expect them to follow the same pattern against Sandefjord, making Sarpsborg 08 to win the first half a strong betting option.
Fixture information - Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord
Match: Sarpsborg 08 vs Sandefjord
Competition: Eliteserien
Date: Sunday, 16/08/2026
Kick-off: 16:00 (UK time)
Venue: Sarpsborg Stadion
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Stats
The statistics for Sarpsborg 08 vs Hvalfangerne that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.18
League: 3.01
Both Teams to Score
60%
League: 55%
Over 1.5+
60%
League: 84%
Over 2.5+
46%
League: 60%
Cards
3.17
League: 3.59
Corners
11.24
League: 10.75
Home Team
Sarpsborg 08
Norway - Eliteserien
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
W
D
W
|
1.38 |
| Home |
W
W
W
W
L
|
2 |
| Away |
L
D
D
W
L
|
0.89 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 57% | 22% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 1.86 | 3 |
| Scored | 1.19 | 1.14 | 1.22 |
| Conceded | 1.31 | 0.71 | 1.78 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 57% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 29% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 14% | 33% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.44 | 1.43 | 1.45 |
|
xGA
|
1.62 | 1.56 | 1.66 |
Away Team
Sandefjord
Norway - Eliteserien
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
L
L
L
|
0.94 |
| Home |
L
L
L
D
D
|
1.13 |
| Away |
L
L
L
L
L
|
0.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 25% | 25% |
| Goals | 2.19 | 1.88 | 2.5 |
| Scored | 0.81 | 0.75 | 0.88 |
| Conceded | 1.38 | 1.13 | 1.63 |
| Both Teams to Score | 44% | 25% | 63% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 38% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 38% | 50% | 25% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.46 | 1.5 | 1.42 |
|
xGA
|
1.64 | 1.63 | 1.65 |
Corners
10.25 / Match
+21% Corners / Match
Sandefjord received +21% more corners than Sarpsborg 08 in the Eliteserien
12.38 / Match
Viking
(8)
Molde
(4)
HamKam
(4)
Kristiansund
(7)
Viking
(3)
Brann
(5)
Molde
(2)(5)
KFUM
(5)
Fredrikstad
(2)
FK Bodo/Glimt
(5)
Viking
(4)
HamKam
(10)
Molde
(6)
Fredrikstad
Cards
1.5 / Match
+37% Cards / Match
Sandefjord received +37% more cards than Sarpsborg 08 in the Eliteserien
2.06 / Match
Viking
(3)
Molde
(1)
HamKam
(3)
Kristiansund
(2)
Viking
(0)
Brann
(2)
Molde
(1)(2)
KFUM
(0)
Fredrikstad
(3)
FK Bodo/Glimt
(3)
Viking
(1)
HamKam
(3)
Molde
(2)
Fredrikstad
Goals Scored
1.19 / Match
+47%
Sarpsborg 08 is +47% better in terms of goals scored
0.81 / Match
Viking
(1)
Molde
(3)
HamKam
(1)
Kristiansund
(0)
Viking
(1)
Brann
(2)
Molde
(2)(0)
KFUM
(0)
Fredrikstad
(0)
FK Bodo/Glimt
(1)
Viking
(2)
HamKam
(1)
Molde
(1)
Fredrikstad
Goals Conceded
1.31 / Match
+5%
Sandefjord condeded +5% more goals than Sarpsborg 08
1.38 / Match
Viking
(2)
Molde
(3)
HamKam
(0)
Kristiansund
(0)
Viking
(0)
Brann
(1)
Molde
(1)(1)
KFUM
(1)
Fredrikstad
(3)
FK Bodo/Glimt
(2)
Viking
(2)
HamKam
(2)
Molde
(1)
Fredrikstad
Eliteserien Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
FK Bodo/Glimt
|
17 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 43 | 12 | 31 | 41 | 2.41 |
| 2 |
Viking
|
16 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 39 | 15 | 24 | 40 | 2.5 |
| 3 |
Tromsø
|
16 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 32 | 17 | 15 | 34 | 2.13 |
| 4 |
Lillestrøm
|
16 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 22 | 20 | 2 | 25 | 1.56 |
| 5 |
Molde
|
16 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 29 | 24 | 5 | 24 | 1.5 |
| 6 |
Brann
|
16 | 7 | 1 | 8 | 33 | 27 | 6 | 22 | 1.38 |
| 7 |
Sarpsborg 08
|
16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 19 | 21 | -2 | 22 | 1.38 |
| 8 |
HamKam
|
16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 24 | 27 | -3 | 22 | 1.38 |
| 9 |
Rosenborg
|
16 | 6 | 3 | 7 | 23 | 21 | 2 | 21 | 1.31 |
| 10 |
Vålerenga
|
16 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 23 | 29 | -6 | 20 | 1.25 |
| 11 |
Fredrikstad
|
16 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 17 | 27 | -10 | 20 | 1.25 |
| 12 |
KFUM
|
16 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 18 | 26 | -8 | 18 | 1.13 |
| 13 |
Sandefjord
|
16 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 22 | -9 | 15 | 0.94 |
| 14 |
Kristiansund
|
16 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 26 | -11 | 15 | 0.94 |
| 15 |
Aalesund
|
16 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 22 | 36 | -14 | 14 | 0.88 |
| 16 |
Start
|
17 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 16 | 38 | -22 | 10 | 0.59 |
Odds
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