Prediction: Viking vs Sandefjord – Eliteserien – 18/07/2026

18 July 2026 - 17:00

17:00

Eliteserien

Norway

Viking

Sandefjord

Preview

Viking will host Sandefjord at their home stadium on Sunday, 18th July 2026, at 6:00 PM BST in the Eliteserien. The home team currently sits second in the table with 27 points from 11 matches, while their opponents are ninth with 15 points from 12 games. Viking has been in good form lately, with four wins and one draw in their last five matches. They have also shown resilience, with two wins and one draw in their last five games, despite facing some tough opponents. Their last victory was a 6-3 win over Start, while their only defeat in the last five games was a 1-0 loss to Sarpsborg 08. Sandefjord, on the other hand, has had a mixed run of results, with two wins, two draws, and one defeat in their last five matches. They have struggled to find consistency, but their last victory was a 2-0 win over Kristiansund. They have also shown some resilience, with a 2-2 draw against HamKam, but their only defeat in the last five games was a 3-1 loss to Lillestrøm. The match between Viking and Sandefjord promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to gain an advantage in the Eliteserien. Viking's strong form and home advantage will make them slight favourites, but Sandefjord's recent results suggest they will be a tough opponent to beat.

Viking

Sandefjord

home

69.92%

draw

17.27%

away

12.82%

1	x	2
1 1.28	x 5.75	2 9.00

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1.29

5.50

8.50

1.28

6.13

8.65

Viking will host Sandefjord on 18th July 2026 in Eliteserien. Our experts believe that Viking will have a slight advantage in this match. The team has been in good form lately, with four wins and one draw in their last five games. They have shown impressive skills, particularly in their 6-3 victory over Start and their 2-0 win over KFUM. However, they did suffer a 1-0 defeat to Sarpsborg 08, which might affect their confidence. Sandefjord, on the other hand, has had a mixed run of results. They have two draws and three defeats in their last five games, including a 2-2 draw with HamKam and a 3-1 loss to Lillestrøm. They did manage to beat Kristiansund 2-0, but their overall performance has been inconsistent. In terms of key players, our research suggests that both teams can count on all their players for this match. There is no information available on any player absences due to injury or suspension. As for rumors, we couldn't find any information on potential match-fixing or other controversies surrounding this game. In terms of shape, Viking's recent form has been impressive, with four wins and one draw in their last five games. They have shown a strong attacking prowess, particularly in their 6-3 victory over Start and their 2-0 win over KFUM. However, they did suffer a 1-0 defeat to Sarpsborg 08, which might affect their confidence. Sandefjord, on the other hand, has had a mixed run of results. They have two draws and three defeats in their last five games, including a 2-2 draw with HamKam and a 3-1 loss to Lillestrøm. They did manage to beat Kristiansund 2-0, but their overall performance has been inconsistent. Our experts believe that Viking will win this match, given their recent form and the team's overall performance. However, Sandefjord cannot be ruled out, and it's likely to be a closely contested game.

Viking

Sandefjord

draw_home

87.19%

draw_away

30.09%

home_away

82.74%

1x	12	x2
1x 1.07	12 3.50	x2 1.14

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1.13

1.07

3.60

Our statistical model recommends a Double Chance bet on Viking for the game against Sandefjord, considering this a moderate risk bet.

Viking

Sandefjord

yes

59.06%

40.94%

yes	no
yes 1.70	no 2.05

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Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Viking and Sandefjord. In the last five games, Viking scored a total of 12 goals, while Sandefjord found the net 5 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.

Viking

Sandefjord

Over 1.5

yes

86.5%

13.5%

Over 2.5

yes

68.51%

31.49%

Over 3.5

yes

47.27%

52.73%

Over 4.5

yes

33.55%

66.45%

Over 2.5

Over 2.5
yes	no
yes 1.36	no 3.10

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yes 1.36

no 3.10

yes 1.37

no 3.06

Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Viking and Sandefjord. In the last five games, Viking scored a total of 20 goals, while Sandefjord scored 16 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.

Viking

Sandefjord

Viking

40%

Draw

Sandefjord

60%

Average statistics (latest matches)

Average goals 4.4

Both teams score 80

Goals scored(time 1) 2.2

Goals scored(time 2) 2.2

Over 2,5 100

Under 2.5 0

24/09/2023 - Eliteserien

Viking

4 - 3

Sandefjord

20/05/2024 - Eliteserien

Sandefjord

0 - 3

Viking

02/11/2024 - Eliteserien

Viking

3 - 2

Sandefjord

16/05/2025 - Eliteserien

Viking

3 - 1

Sandefjord

10/08/2025 - Eliteserien

Sandefjord

1 - 2

Viking

Sandefjord

25 matches

wins

draws

wins

13 wins (52%)

6 draws (24%)

6 wins (24%)

Viking

Wins

4/6 (66.67%)

Draws

1/6 (16.67%)

Losses

1/6 (16.67%)

Average statistics (latest matches)

Total goals 3.33

Both score 50%

Goals scored 2.33

Goals conceded 1

Over 2,5 50

Less 2,5 50

Eliteserien - 01/05/2026

Viking

3 - 0

Rosenborg

Eliteserien - 10/05/2026

KFUM

0 - 2

Viking

Eliteserien - 16/05/2026

Viking

6 - 3

Start

Eliteserien - 24/05/2026

Kristiansund

1 - 2

Viking

Club Friendlies 3 - 03/07/2026

Sønderjyske Fodbold

1 - 1

Viking

Eliteserien - 12/07/2026

Sarpsborg 08

1 - 0

Viking

Sandefjord

Wins

2/6 (33.33%)

Draws

2/6 (33.33%)

Losses

2/6 (33.33%)

Average statistics (latest matches)

Total goals 2.67

Both score 66.67%

Goals scored 1.33

Goals conceded 1.33

Over 2,5 50

Less 2,5 50

Eliteserien - 03/05/2026

Sandefjord

1 - 0

Aalesund

Eliteserien - 10/05/2026

Sandefjord

2 - 0

Kristiansund

Eliteserien - 16/05/2026

Lillestrøm

3 - 1

Sandefjord

Eliteserien - 25/05/2026

Sandefjord

1 - 1

Fredrikstad

Eliteserien - 30/05/2026

Molde

2 - 1

Sandefjord

Eliteserien - 12/07/2026

Sandefjord

2 - 2

HamKam

Latest news and statistics from Viking

The Viking is preparing for the 14th round of the 2026 Eliteserien against Sandefjord, sitting comfortably in second place with 27 points from 11 games. In their last five matches, they have shown a mix of positive and negative results. On July 12, they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Sarpsborg 08 in the Eliteserien, which was a setback after a promising start to the season. However, they bounced back with a 1-1 draw against Sønderjyske Fodbold in a Club Friendlies 3 match on July 3, demonstrating their ability to adapt to different opponents and formats. Their recent form in the Eliteserien has been inconsistent, with a 1-2 win over Kristiansund on May 24 and a 6-3 victory over Start on May 16, followed by a 0-2 loss to KFUM on May 10. This fluctuating performance may raise concerns about their ability to maintain a consistent level of play, but it also highlights their resilience and capacity to respond to challenges. As the Viking looks ahead to the upcoming match against Sandefjord, they will need to regroup and refocus their efforts. With their current position in the league and the recent results, they have a slight advantage going into the match. However, they cannot afford to underestimate their opponents, who will be eager to cause an upset. The Viking's preparation will be crucial in determining the outcome of this match, and they will need to draw on their experience and skills to emerge victorious.

Latest news and statistics from Sandefjord

Sandefjord is gearing up for the 14th round of the 2026 Eliteserien against Viking, with the team sitting in 9th position and boasting 15 points after 12 games. In their last five matches, Sandefjord has shown a mix of resilience and vulnerability. Their 2-2 draw against HamKam was a hard-fought result, while their 2-1 loss to Molde was a setback. However, Sandefjord has also managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Fredrikstad and a 2-0 win over Kristiansund, demonstrating their ability to compete with various opponents. As Sandefjord prepares to face Viking, they will be looking to build on their recent performances and improve their standing in the league. With a solid defense and a growing attacking prowess, Sandefjord has the potential to cause an upset against Viking, who are currently ranked higher in the table. The match promises to be an intense and closely contested affair, with both teams vying for a crucial three points.

Viking

Sandefjord

Lineup

30.

Lubomir Belko

Henrik Heggheim

Gianni Stensness

21.

Anders Bærtelsen

28.

Kristoffer Haugen

Joe Bell

26.

Simen Kvia-Egeskog

Kristoffer Askildsen

23.

Niklas Fuglestad

20.

Peter Christiansen

10.

Zlatko Tripic

Lineup

Elias Hadaya

30.

Fredrik Carson Pedersen

Stian Kristiansen

47.

Xander Lambrix

44.

Vetle Walle Egeli

Marcus Melchior

20.

Sander Risan Mørk

Edvard Sundbø Pettersen

14.

Evangelos Patoulidis

Nikolaj Möller

11.

Bendik Berntsen

19.

Regular Season

team

Pts

-2

-3

-7

-8

-5

-6

-7

-10

-16

Viking vs Sandefjord when?

The match between Viking and Sandefjord will take place on 18/07/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!

Viking vs Sandefjord what time?

The game between Viking and Sandefjord will start at 17:00 Brasília time on 18/07/2026.

Viking vs Sandefjord who won?

We don't know who will win the duel between Viking and Sandefjord, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Viking can be a moderate risk choice.