Molde FK vs Vålerenga Fotball Prediction: Can the visitors end their hosts’ home record?

Saturday's Eliteserien matchday 19 contest between Molde and Valerenga will take place at the Aker Stadion in Molde. In their most recent match, which took place in July, Molde earned a 4-0 victory on the road. Do the guests have a chance of getting their own back? Previews, possible starting 11, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

Molde

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Molde's recent performance has showcased their resilience and determination. In their latest fixture, they secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Klaksvik in the UEFA Champions League qualifier's second leg. The match saw Kristian Eriksen's pivotal 17th-minute goal, which ultimately led to extra time. During the extended play, Martin Linnes' strike in the 112th minute secured Molde's advancement to the playoff round of the competition.

As Molde shift their focus back to domestic competition, they aim to build on their recent successes. In their most recent league match, they played out an intense 2-2 draw against Sandefjord. While the outcome was a tie, the match showcased their attacking prowess, as they managed to find the back of the net twice. This draw, however, kept them in the fourth position in the league standings, where they have accumulated 33 points from 18 games. Their performance on the pitch has been noteworthy, having scored an impressive 41 goals and conceded 21 throughout the season.

Molde's consistent performances both domestically and in European competitions indicate their determination to succeed on multiple fronts. Their ability to adapt to various challenges and deliver strong performances reflects their ambition to continue their successful run in both national and international arenas.

Vålerenga

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Valerenga are currently facing a challenging situation in their league campaign, as they find themselves second-from-bottom in the standings with 15 points from 17 matches. Their journey so far has seen them score 22 goals while conceding 30.

In their most recent fixture, Valerenga played to a 1-1 draw against Haugesund at their home ground. The match saw an early goal from Sory Diarra for the visitors in the seventh minute. However, Valerenga managed to equalize through Petter Strand's 71st-minute strike, resulting in a share of the points.

As Valerenga prepares to face Molde, they are up against a formidable opponent, especially when playing at Molde's home ground. Molde have been showcasing an impressive form with a 10-game winning streak at home across various competitions. This adds an extra layer of challenge for Valerenga, as they aim to secure a positive result against a team that has demonstrated consistent dominance on their home turf.

Possible Starting 11

Molde - Jacob Karlstrøm, Benjamin Tiedemann Hansen, Martin Bjørnbak, Anders Hagelskjaer, Erling Knudtzon, Markus André Kaasa, Sivert Mannsverk, Magnus Grødem, Mathias Fjörtoft Lövik, Eric Kitolano, Veton Berisha.

Valerenga - Jacob Storevik, Vegar Hedenstad, Aleksander Hammer Kjelsen, Stefan Strandberg, Fredrik Jensen, Simen Juklerod, Petter Strand, Elias Kristoffersen Hagen, Daniel Håkans, Seedy Jatta, Magnus Riisnaes.

Expert Betting Tips

Against Molde FK, Vlerenga should have a sufficient number of opportunities to find the back of the net, but in all likelihood, this will not be enough to prevent a loss for Vlerenga. Molde will win from the first 45 minutes on and score as many goals as possible.

• Over 2.5 for 1.60 odds
• BTTS for 1.67 odds
• HT: W1 for 1.90 odds