Sandefjord v Valerenga prediction
Team pages: Sandefjord · Valerenga · Head-to-head
TACTIX’s free model pick for Sandefjord v Valerenga, Eliteserien on Sun, 13 Dec 2026 16:00 GMT posts shortly before kick-off. Form, head-to-head and league standing for both sides are below.
The match
Sandefjord host Valerenga in the Eliteserien on Sunday 13 December (kick-off 16:00 UK).
The key numbers
Sandefjord have scored 22 goals, the fewest of the 16 clubs (2026 so far).
12 of Valerenga’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (80%).
Form and the table
Eight of Sandefjord’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (53%). Both teams scored in nine of Sandefjord’s last 15 results in all competitions (60%). At home, Sandefjord have one win, four draws and three defeats in their last 8 home matches in all competitions — 0.88 points per game, scoring 0.88 and conceding 1.25. Sandefjord have conceded 30 goals, the third-fewest of the 16 clubs (2026 so far).
Both teams scored in 11 of Valerenga’s last 15 results in all competitions (73%). Away from home, Valerenga have one win, two draws and four defeats in their last 7 away matches in all competitions — 0.71 points per game, scoring 1.57 and conceding 2.71. Valerenga have scored 38 goals, the eighth-most of the 16 clubs (2026 so far). Valerenga have conceded 46 goals, the fifth-most of the 16 clubs.
Sandefjord (13th) and Valerenga (11th) are two points apart, 2026 so far. TACTIX’s Glicko-2 team ratings have Sandefjord the stronger side, 55 rating points above Valerenga (Sandefjord 1548, Valerenga 1492, after at least 265 rated matches each).
Head-to-head
The most recent meeting, on 15 March 2026, finished Valerenga 1–0 Sandefjord.
Team news
Predicted Sandefjord XI (4-1-4-1): E. Hadaya, X. Lambrix, F. Pedersen, R. Holten, V. Egeli, S. Mörk, E. Pettersen, E. Patoulidis, E. Gigović, J. Dunsby, O. Kapskarmo — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, Zinedin Smajlović (4.3 per match over 10 appearances, one assist) and O. Kapskarmo (3.7 per match over six appearances, one goal and two assists) have been Sandefjord’s most influential players 2026, all competitions. In numbers for Sandefjord (2026, all competitions, before kick-off), Zinedin Smajlović averages 1.8 tackles per 90 over 1172 minutes, with a tackle in four of the last 10 appearances. O. Kapskarmo averages 1.9 shots per 90 over 423 minutes, with a shot in four of the last six appearances.
Predicted Valerenga XI (4-4-2): O. Hedvall, H. Sjatil, S. Jarl, A. Olsen, K. Finnsson, C. Lange, L. Haren, P. Strand, M. Westergaard, M. Grundetjern, O. Saeter — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, Carl Lange (4.3 per match over 23 appearances, six goals and one assist) and Aaron Kiil Olsen (4.2 per match over seven appearances, one goal and one assist) have been Valerenga’s most influential players 2026, all competitions. In numbers for Valerenga (2026, all competitions, before kick-off), Carl Lange averages 1.2 key passes per 90 over 1937 minutes, with a key pass in eight of the last 10 appearances. Aaron Kiil Olsen averages 1.7 tackles per 90 over 623 minutes, with a tackle in five of the last seven appearances.
Written from the matches TACTIX holds for both sides; each figure names the games it is counted over.
The numbers
- Kick-off: · Eliteserien · Jotun Arena
- Head-to-head (last 6): Sandefjord 2 · draws 0 · Valerenga 4 · 3.17 goals/game
- Recent form: Sandefjord 1W 2D 2L · Valerenga 1W 2D 2L
Sandefjord v Valerenga (Eliteserien): the key numbers are on this page — and TACTIX’s live, market-by-market track record is one click away (as of 30 July 2026). See the live track record →
Key stats
Per game, last 8 completed matches, to 18 October 2026. Over/under figures use standard thresholds, not bookmaker lines.
| Per game | Sandefjord for / against | Line | Valerenga for / against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals scored | 1.13 for · 1.13 against n 8 Last 5 | 2.5standard | 2 for · 2.38 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Corners won | 4.38 for · 5.25 against n 8 Last 5 | 9.5standard | 7.25 for · 6.63 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots | 15.25 for · 16.38 against n 8 Last 5 | 19.5standard | 18.25 for · 15.13 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots on target | 4.75 for · 5.75 against n 8 Last 5 | 8.5standard | 5.5 for · 5.5 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Fouls committed | 13.5 for · 14.38 against n 8 Last 5 | 21.5standard | 10.88 for · 9.63 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Cards shown | 2.25 for · 2.25 against n 8 Last 5 | 3.5standard | 1.63 for · 0.88 against n 8 Last 5 |
Sandefjord
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foster Apetorgbor n 8 | 29 | 3.5 | 1.2 | — |
| G. Højbjerg n 8 | 37.5 | 2.4 | 0.9 | — |
| J. Vester n 8 | 58.1 | 2.1 | 1.5 | — |
| Jakob Maslo Dunsby n 8 | 67.4 | 2 | 2.8 | — |
| Xander Lambrix n 8 | 89 | 1.8 | 1.1 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bendik Berntsen n 8 | 46.6 | 2.7 | 1 |
| Sebastian Holm Mathisen n 8 | 32.8 | 2.4 | 1.4 |
| Jakob Maslo Dunsby n 8 | 67.4 | 2.2 | 0.7 |
| Edvard Pettersen n 8 | 67.6 | 2 | 0.7 |
| O. Kapskarmo n 8 | 66.5 | 2 | 0.8 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foster Apetorgbor n 8 | 29 | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| E. Gigović n 4 | 81.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| M. Sauer n 8 | 33.1 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| O. Kapskarmo n 8 | 66.5 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Sebastian Holm Mathisen n 8 | 32.8 | 0.3 | 0 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Evangelos Patoulidis n 8 | 56.4 | 3 |
| Martin Hellan n 8 | 32.4 | 2.8 |
| G. Højbjerg n 8 | 37.5 | 2.1 |
| Xander Lambrix n 8 | 89 | 2 |
| Vetle Walle Egeli n 8 | 67 | 1.8 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Elias Hadaya n 8 | 82.6 | 4.2 |
| Alf Grønneberg n 3 | 56 | 1.6 |
Valerenga
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O. Saeter n 8 | 31.5 | 3.2 | 0.4 | — |
| Ambina Fidèle Brice n 8 | 63.1 | 3 | 1.4 | — |
| Kevin Tshiembe n 8 | 22.4 | 2.5 | 0 | — |
| Gabriel Rajkovic n 8 | 28.1 | 2.4 | 1.6 | — |
| Magnus Westergaard n 8 | 59.3 | 2.3 | 1.1 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| O. Sæter n 8 | 19.8 | 4.6 | 1.7 |
| Lucas Haren n 8 | 79 | 3.4 | 2 |
| Mathias Grundetjern n 8 | 77.4 | 3.2 | 1.6 |
| O. Saeter n 8 | 31.5 | 3.2 | 0 |
| M. Ofkir n 8 | 57.6 | 2.1 | 0.8 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| M. Ofkir n 8 | 57.6 | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Gabriel Rajkovic n 8 | 28.1 | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Henrik Bjørdal n 8 | 73.5 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| Lucas Haren n 8 | 79 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
| Mathias Grundetjern n 8 | 77.4 | 0.4 | 0.3 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Odin Thiago Holm n 8 | 26.6 | 3.8 |
| Ambina Fidèle Brice n 8 | 63.1 | 3.7 |
| Hakon Sjatil n 8 | 74.3 | 3.5 |
| Magnus Westergaard n 8 | 59.3 | 3 |
| Henrik Bjørdal n 8 | 73.5 | 2.6 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Oscar Hedvall n 8 | 90 | 3 |
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Form, head-to-head & standings
The numbers behind Sandefjord v Valerenga — recent results, past meetings and where each side sits. (TACTIX’s model forecast is in the projections below.)
- 2026-03-15 Valerenga 1–0 Sandefjord
- 2025-08-03 Valerenga 2–1 Sandefjord
- 2025-05-11 Sandefjord 2–1 Valerenga
- 2023-10-01 Sandefjord 1–2 Valerenga
- 2023-07-29 Valerenga 2–3 Sandefjord
- 2022-09-18 Valerenga 4–0 Sandefjord
Frequently asked questions
- What is the head-to-head record between Sandefjord and Valerenga?
- In their last 6 meetings, Sandefjord won 2, Valerenga won 4 and there were 0 draws, averaging 3.17 goals per game.
- What is the recent form of Sandefjord and Valerenga?
- Recent form — Sandefjord 1W 2D 2L; Valerenga 1W 2D 2L.
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