Sarpsborg vs Molde
26th May 1900hrs
Football – Norway – Eliteserien
Pick Away Win by One Goal
Bookmaker Unibet
Odds: 10/3 odds taken 1516 GMT, Wednesday 25 May
Erling Moe takes his Molde troops to Sarpsborg Stadion this Thursday to play Stefan Billborn’s Sarpsborg in Eliteserien action. Molde, who were runners-up last term, currently find themselves just four points behind joint leaders Lillestrom and Viking. Can the visitors leave Sarpsborg with a big three points in the bag? Moe’s side are the favourites, but the hosts can be a tough nut to crack on their day. Keep reading for the latest betting odds and top tips.
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Sarpsborg Preview – Can the home team avoid a third straight loss?
Sarpsborg made a strong start to their season, winning three and drawing one of four after beginning with a disappointing 1-0 home loss to Viking. Stefan Billborn’s troops beat Kristiansund, Tromso and Odd Grenland and drew with Rosenborg.
Since that win over Odd, Sarpsborg have suffered back-to-back defeats to Lillestrom and Aalesund. Those losses have halted their momentum, with the club, who were formed just 14 years ago, slipping down to seventh.
Sarpsborg will be hoping to get back to winning ways after losing the last two, but they are the second favourites with the bookies at 7/4.
Molde Preview – Can the visitors secure a fourth straight win?
Molde finished second behind Bodo/Glimt last season, and Erling Moe’s men are one of the favourites for the title this term. They have made a decent enough start, winning five of their opening eight fixtures.
Overall, Molde have won five, drawn one and lost two, scoring 15 and shipping eight. They find themselves in third position ahead of this round of matches, four points behind both Lillestrom and Viking. Molde have won three in a row, seeing off Odd Grenland, Aalesund and Kristiansund.
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Molde will fancy their chances of making it four wins on the bounce with three points at Sarpsborg Stadion on Thursday. The visitors are currently priced at 29/20 to get the victory.
Sarpsborg vs Molde Betting Advice
When these two sides last went head-to-head, a Steffen Skalevik goal gave Sarpsborg a 1-0 home win in July 2021. A few weeks before, Molde had thumped them 4-1 at Aker Stadion.
Molde have struggled on this ground in recent years, losing four and drawing two of the last six meetings in Sarpsborg. Their last victory here came in July 2015.
Key Facts – Sarpsborg vs Molde Betting Tip
- Sarpsborg have suffered three straight defeats
- Molde have won three on the spin
- Molde have failed to win any of their last six visits to Sarpsborg (two draws, four defeats)
Sarpsborg Stadion has not been a happy hunting ground for Molde in recent times, but they head to Sarpsborg in fine fettle and will back themselves to leave with maximum points. It could be close on the scoreline, so take a punt on Molde to win by one goal at 10/3.
Molde midfielder Magnus Grodem has scored two in his last three games. The 23-year-old is available at the decent price of 11/4 to net anytime in this one.
The best betting odds for Sarpsborg vs Molde
Sarpsborg to win: 7/4 at Bet365
Draw: 5/2 at Bet365
Molde to win: 29/20 at Bet365
