Molde - Haugesund predictions

Molde should stroll into a fairly easy victory this Sunday. The odds are decidedly in their favour, with most top bookies pricing a home win at 1.27.

With a price of 10.80 on an away win among most online sportsbooks, it’s clear Haugesund will likely not fare well against Molde. Even a draw seems to be too optimistic for the away team.

An away win from the last Eliteserien round would have been a proper surprise for Molde supporters. Despite the unfavourable betting odds (4.99) Molde were leading the way by the halftime mark. However, they let a potentially big win split through their fingers having to settle for a Bodø / Glimt draw.

Previously in the Eliteserien, Haugesund recorded an HT/FT home defeat with a considerable 1:3 goal difference. Most bookies saw them as the clear underdogs before kick-off, though, so the fact that they were trounced is hardly surprising.

Molde leave quite the impression whenever we see them play in front of their fans at Aker Stadion. They scored more than 5 goals in total the last 3 times they did so, which is a solidly impressive record.

The two teams already met this season in the Eliteserien, with Molde taking the victory. It’s understandable why most bookies consider them the favourites, though the advantage is not overwhelming.

Sunday's matchup will feature both teams at full strength, allowing for a fair and competitive game.

Though some punters may prefer more exciting options, the Under 3.5 Goals market is a solid opportunity for this fixture. It offers a surprisingly solid balance between risk and betting value – though the returns on their own aren’t much to look at.