Molde vs Sarpsborg 08 tips and predictions

Sheer class from Molde?

It won't be long after they line up before the visitors are contemplating defeat. If you're a neutral you'll be pumped for this.

With 8 points between them, it's third placed Molde versus eigth placed Sarpsborg 08 in this Eliteserien clash.

You can get a big price on Sarpsborg 08 but there's no value in it. This home side will not be contemplating any thoughts of succumbing.

The hosts come into the match with 11 wins in their last 18 games.

The hosts are making the most of a recent purple patch and they've looked energised. Molde have scored two or more goals in 15 of their recent 18 matches.

When tested away from home Sarpsborg 08 have actually conceded three or more goals in 5 of their last 13 matches. Their harsher critics might be more concerned about their recent form at the other end of the pitch though. In front of goal the visitors have been underwhelming. They've been goalless in 5 of their last 7 matches.

This is not the first time they've met. Molde have won 2 of the last 3 fixtures between the two teams. Some analysts like to ignore them but the head-to-head stats could be an indication of what will unfold.

With the fundamental supremacy of Molde it's likely that they keep Sarpsborg 08 out of contention. It's not a strong view so maybe give it a miss but the No BTTS bet is fair enough. And in the total goals line, it's less than three goals that's been picked out - but that might not appeal.