Stromsgodset are set to host Sandefjord at Marienlyst Stadion in Norway's Eliteserien on Monday.
This match could significantly impact both the relegation battle and the race for European football. Here’s a detailed analysis of the prediction, team form, and latest news.
Match Preview
Stromsgodset currently sit sixth in the table with 18 points. They are just four points behind fourth-placed Fredrikstad, who occupy the final Europa Conference League playoff spot.
Meanwhile, Sandefjord languish at the bottom of the table with nine points, four away from guaranteed safety.
Team Form
Stromsgodset's Recent Form
Stromsgodset have had a mixed season so far, averaging 1.5 points per game, slightly better than last season’s 1.4 average.
Under the management of Jorgen Isnes since December 2022, they have scored 14 goals and conceded 15 in the Eliteserien this season.
Their recent form includes two wins and two draws in their last four matches, including a commendable 0-0 draw against title challengers Brann.
Sandefjord's Recent Form
In stark contrast, Sandefjord have struggled, losing five of their last seven matches and failing to secure a win in this period.
They are winless in their last eight away league games, with their last away win coming over 29 games ago.
The joint management of Andreas Tegstrom and Hans Erik Odegaard has seen the team average just 0.69 points per game this season.
Team News
Stromsgodset
The hosts will be missing centre-back Sondre Fosnaess Hanssen due to a back injury, and midfielder Kreshnik Krasniqi, who is out until early August.
Attacking midfielder Eirik Ulland Andersen and striker Ole Kristian Enersen are doubts for the game. Lars Christopher Vilsvik is also a doubt after an injury against Brann.
Sandefjord
Sandefjord will be without midfielder Aleksander Nilsson and striker Darrell Tibell, both out with knocks.
Top scorer Eman Markovic, who was active in their last match, is expected to lead the attack again.
Prediction
Given Sandefjord's poor form and Stromsgodset's recent positive results, including a draw against title contenders, the home side is likely to come out on top.
Our Prediction: Stromsgodset 3-1 Sandefjord
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