Both Valerenga and Molde have endured poor starts to the Eliteserian season so far, as they sit in 12th and 11th place respectively in the table at the time of writing. Their clash on Sunday afternoon already feels like it could be a relegation six-pointer already, given that they are both currently only five points clear of the dreaded drop zone, having played a game more than a number of teams directly below them.
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Valerenga vs Molde prediction: All square in love and war?
Key stats
- Valerenga have only picked up a mere one point from their last three home games.
- Molde have lost five of their last six matches in all competitions.
- Valerenga and Molde are averaging just 1.5 and one goal per game across their last four matches.
Correct score prediction: Valerenga 1-1 Molde
Given that both teams have been struggling for form of late, they could play out a draw which would edge both further away from the relegation zone. Both sides are also struggling to score goals, so this could end up being a fairly low-scoring affair.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Valerenga just favoured for victory
- HOME: 13/10 (2.30) – 43.5%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 6/4 (2.50) – 40.0%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As shown by the implied probabilities, Valerenga are slight favourites ahead of Molde to claim all three points on home soil. A draw is given a decent chance too by bookmakers at just under 30%.
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Most recent H2Hs: Molde on unbeaten run
Molde are actually on a five-game unbeaten run against Valerenga, and have kept three clean sheets in their last four meetings. However, given their poor form, we do not fancy the visitors to keep the hosts out this time.
Norway Eliteserien 19/08/23
Molde
Valerenga
Norway Eliteserien 15/07/23
Valerenga
Molde
Norway Eliteserien 13/11/22
Valerenga
Molde
Norway Eliteserien 02/04/22
Molde
Valerenga
Norway Eliteserien 19/09/21
Valerenga
Molde
Valerenga preview: Hedenstad may miss out
Vegar Hedenstad may miss out for Valerenga after he had to come off injured early against Tromso last time out. Fellow right-back Hakon Sjatil could take his place in the starting XI.
Predicted lineup: Sjoeng (GK), Sjatil, Olsen, Jarl, Nogueira, Hagen, Ambina, Lange, Thorvaldsen, Rijks & Sorensen
Norway Eliteserien 11/05/25
L
Sandefjord
2
Valerenga
1
Norway Eliteserien 03/05/25
L
SK Brann
4
Valerenga
2
Norway Eliteserien 27/04/25
W
Kristiansund BK
0
Valerenga
2
Norway Eliteserien 21/04/25
L
Rosenborg
2
Valerenga
0
Norway Cup 13/04/25
L
Gamle Oslo
1 (3)
Valerenga
1 (1)
Molde preview: Enggard available from suspension
Mads Enggard is available from suspension for Molde having served a one-game ban. The visitors have no fresh injury concerns to report.
Predicted lineup: Karlstrom (GK), Stenevik, Haugan, Lund, Haugen, Enggard, Breivik, Hestad, Eikrem, Eriksen & Gulbrandsen
Norway Eliteserien 11/05/25
W
Bryne
0
Molde
3
Norway Cup 07/05/25
W
Rana FK
0
Molde
4
Norway Eliteserien 04/05/25
W
Haugesund
1
Molde
2
Norway Eliteserien 27/04/25
D
Rosenborg
0
Molde
0
Norway Cup 24/04/25
W
Tru00e6ff
1 (11)
Molde
1 (12)
Player to watch: Elias Sorensen
Elias Sorensen has been involved in two goals in his last two games for Valerenga, securing a goal and assist. The winger boasts four goal contributions in total in the Norwegian top flight so far.
Sorensen actually started the season at Portsmouth, where he managed to find the net once in 12 matches in the English Championship. Falling out of favour, he made the move to Norway, and has so far been a key player for Valerenga.