Kristiansund vs Sarpsborg 08 Prediction 13.07.2025
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Kristiansund vs Sarpsborg 08 Prediction
Kristiansund vs Sarpsborg 08 Prediction and Betting Tips for this weekend’s Eliteserien fixture on Sunday, July 14. The Owls host an in-form Sarpsborg side at Kristiansund Stadion, aiming to bounce back from recent stumbles. In this piece, you’ll get the latest Eliteserien Predictions from XpertStats, plus key stats you shouldn’t miss.
- Sarpsborg 08 head into Sunday’s clash unbeaten in five straight competitive matches.
- Kristiansund have only one win in their last five Eliteserien games.
- Both teams have scored in 50% of Kristiansund’s league matches this season.
Kristiansund come into this match after a mixed run of form, having taken just two points from their last two league games, including a dramatic late equalizer against Bodø/Glimt. The home side sits ninth in the standings with 18 points from 14 matches, showing inconsistency in front of goal with an average of 1.17 goals scored and conceded per game. Kristiansund’s biggest threat remains Sander Kilen, who has netted 10 times this season, but they will need more collective firepower to challenge Sarpsborg’s resilient defense.
Defensively, Kristiansund have been vulnerable, keeping clean sheets in only half of their games and conceding an average of 1.17 goals per match. The team’s record at Kristiansund Stadion has also been modest, with seven points from six home fixtures so far. Coach Amund Skiri must find a way to tighten up at the back if they are to stop a Sarpsborg side that has scored in nearly every match and boasts the third-best away record in the league.
Sarpsborg 08 are riding high on confidence after back-to-back wins, including a statement victory over Bodo/Glimt and a comfortable 3-1 result against Haugesund. The visitors have scored an impressive average of 1.67 goals per game while conceding just 0.83, highlighting their balanced approach. Daniel Karlsbakk remains in prolific form with 13 goals in 14 appearances, and Alagie Sanyang continues to contribute crucial goals from wide areas. With just one defeat in their last eight matches in all competitions, Sarpsborg look well-placed to extend their run.
Another advantage for Sarpsborg is their solid defensive shape, which has seen them concede only 12 goals this season — the third-best record in the league. While they haven’t kept a clean sheet in any of their previous meetings with Kristiansund, their recent defensive discipline could change that trend. With momentum and games in hand, Sarpsborg will be determined to grab another three points and keep pressure on the teams above them. Expect the visitors to dictate the pace and make full use of Kristiansund’s inconsistent defense in this Eliteserien Predictions clash.
Sarpsborg 08 to Win stands out for several reasons backed by solid statistics. The visitors are in superb form with four consecutive wins across competitions and only one defeat in their last eight. Their scoring output sits at an impressive 1.67 goals per game, while they concede less than a goal per match on average, a stark contrast to Kristiansund’s balanced but uninspiring 1.17 goals both scored and conceded. Kristiansund have struggled at home, managing just seven points from six matches. Meanwhile, Sarpsborg hold the third-best away record in the division, picking up 12 points on the road. They’ve also recently beaten higher-ranked teams like Bodo/Glimt, showcasing their ability to deliver under pressure. With their potent attack led by Daniel Karlsbakk’s 13 goals in 14 matches and solid defensive unit, Sarpsborg have both the momentum and squad depth to claim all three points against an inconsistent Kristiansund side.
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