Vålerenga - Strømsgodset predictions

With the 1.80 being what they are, we don’t expect anything other than a home win. Pulling off anything else would be a gargantuan task for Strømsgodset, so we’d stay away unless you’re looking for a long shot on purpose.

It’s highly unlikely that Strømsgodset will manage to get some points this round. Vålerenga are at a considerable advantage, so even a draw would be a success for the visitors.

A HamKam defeat was not something Vålerenga fans can exactly be happy about. Their team trailed at the break and lost in the end but, if it’s any consolation, a narrow, one-goal margin defeat is a smaller pill to swallow than any away thumping.

Strømsgodset’s latest performance on their home field left their fans devastated. The first half was as inconclusive as one might expect from the balanced matchup against Fredrikstad – but they crumbled in the later stages of the game, losing it 0:3.

With 6 concessions over the last 3 matches, Vålerenga will definitely have to make some improvements in their defensive line.

A quick look at the visiting team’s recent history tells us a lot about their weaknesses. Specifically, we’re talking about the fact that they’ve allowed more than 5 goals over their 3 most recent Eliteserien outings.

The latest example of a clash between these two sides we have is from last season when Vålerenga managed to walk away with a solid victory and a 2+ goal difference. If the 1.80 betting odds for a home win are to be believed, most bookies are expecting them to repeat that success.

Sunday's match will see both teams at their strongest, with no players missing due to injury or suspension.

Despite the risks involved, the strongest prediction in terms of value is an HT/FT bet that the hosts will take lead in the second half. It’s as risky as you might expect, though the 4.00 odds offer a decent return.