Vålerenga - Sarpsborg 08 betting tips and odds

A home win should not be questioned in this game. Vålerenga are seen as huge favourites to register an easy win against Sarpsborg 08 and we recommend you take the generous offer of 1.58.

With a matchup like this, it seems like we already know the outcome. Sarpsborg 08 stand little chance of achieving anything except an appearance. Most bookies price an away win for this match at 6.00, marking an insurmountable difference.

The first half of Vålerenga’s previous away match against Stabæk was a stalemate, but they pulled far ahead as the game progressed, ending in a decisive 0:2 victory.

Sarpsborg 08 fans at their home stadium were quite pleased when their team took the lead in a game against Viking, who are considered more or less equal in terms of strength. However, their excitement was quickly cut short during the sub-par second half. The lack of decisiveness cost them the game in the end, as Viking walked off with a 1:2 away victory.

Though the 5 concessions over the past 3 away games for Vålerenga may not directly affect this particular match, such a history may be cause for concern for their supporters.

The visitors’ main concern will be cutting down the concession rate. They conceded more than 5 times in their latest 3 matches, and bucking the trend will be a great step in the right direction.

If there’s one thing to note about the history of this matchup, it’s a fact their matches tend to end in a draw. Several matches this season ended inconclusively, so it neems neither team is able to reliably tip the scales one way or another.

Fortunately, both teams will be able to give their all this Thursday. Neither squad has been affected by injuries or suspensions, allowing the coaches to work with all the tools at their disposal.

Going for a -1.5 Handicap on the favourite’s score is the best way to get some value out of this match. You’ll eliminate the possibility of a draw, for one. More importantly, this way you might actually get a decent payout for backing the stronger team.