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Lerkendal Stadion
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Rosenborg vs Sandefjord prediction: this Eliteserien clash at Lerkendal Stadion pits a surging fifth-placed side against a struggling mid-table outfit. Rosenborg have been excellent at home, winning seven of eleven, and arrive on the back of three straight wins including a 5-3 thriller over Tromso and a comfortable 4-0 victory against Ham-Kam.
Sandefjord sit sixth from bottom with a negative goal difference and have managed just three wins on the road all season. Their away form reads one win in ten, conceding freely against stronger opposition, though they did pick up a battling draw against Brann last month.
Rosenborg's attack has clicked into gear, scoring 39 goals in 21 games, nearly double Sandefjord's output of 21. Several injuries affect Rosenborg's squad depth, but the goal-scoring form has continued regardless. Sandefjord's own absentee list is longer and more concerning defensively, with multiple backline and midfield injuries ahead of this trip to Trondheim.
The gap in points per game, home scoring rate, and overall quality strongly favors the hosts. Expect Rosenborg to dominate possession and chances, with Sandefjord likely to sit deep and try to frustrate. Given the attacking numbers involved and Rosenborg's home scoring rate, goals look likely in this one, with the home side best placed to take all three points at Lerkendal Stadion.
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2026 Season
Last 10 head-to-head matchups
These sides have met regularly in recent seasons, with the April 2026 meeting ending goalless and the October 2025 fixture...
These sides have met regularly in recent seasons, with the April 2026 meeting ending goalless and the October 2025 fixture at Lerkendal finishing 1-1. Sandefjord's only win in this stretch came away from home in July 2025, a 2-0 scoreline. The pattern shows tight, competitive matches between these two, often low-scoring, though Rosenborg's current home form marks a clear upgrade from the draws seen in recent head-to-head meetings.
Last 15 matches across all competitionsEliteserien matches highlighted
10 of 15 in Eliteserien
Form Rating
7.7/10
Rosenborg have won five of their last six competitive matches, scoring freely with wins of...
Rosenborg have won five of their last six competitive matches, scoring freely with wins of 5-3, 4-0, and 3-1 in that stretch. Their home record this season is outstanding at seven wins from eleven, with only two home defeats all campaign. The attack has been the standout feature, averaging 1.86 goals per game, though the defense has occasionally been porous, conceding 30 across the season. Several injuries including Fossum and Islamovic test squad depth, but the goal-scoring form has carried through regardless. With 21 days of rest before this fixture, fatigue is not a concern, and Rosenborg look well-placed to continue their home dominance.
13 of 15 in Eliteserien
Form Rating
4/10
Sandefjord's season has been a struggle, sitting eleventh with just six wins from 21 matches...
Sandefjord's season has been a struggle, sitting eleventh with just six wins from 21 matches and a negative goal difference. Their away form is particularly weak, just three wins in ten on the road with seven defeats. Scoring has been a persistent issue, managing only one goal per game on average. A lengthy injury list including Melchior and Loftesnes-Bjune compounds their problems ahead of this trip. A recent win over Start and a cup victory offer some encouragement, but Sandefjord have struggled against stronger sides, losing to Bodo/Glimt and Fredrikstad in recent weeks, suggesting a difficult night awaits at Lerkendal.
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Rosenborg vs Sandefjord - Match Analysis
Rosenborg's home record is outstanding this season, winning seven of eleven matches at Lerkendal Stadion and riding a three-match winning streak with goals flowing freely. Sandefjord, by contrast, have won just once away from home all season and are missing several key players through injury. The points-per-game gap and scoring disparity between these teams make Rosenborg clear favorites for this Eliteserien fixture.
Beyond the straight home win, Over 2.5 Goals stands out given the 2.86 combined goals per game signal and Rosenborg's attacking form at home. Draw No Bet: Rosenborg offers a safer alternative for those wanting insurance against a surprise draw. A small Asian Handicap on Rosenborg could also suit bettors looking for better odds, though it carries added risk given Sandefjord's recent resilience in tight matches.
Rosenborg's recent form is a major factor, with three consecutive wins and high-scoring performances suggesting real momentum heading into this fixture. Sandefjord's form is far more mixed, with wins against weaker sides but losses to stronger opponents like Bodo/Glimt. This form disparity, combined with Rosenborg's home advantage, strongly supports backing the hosts to continue their good run at Lerkendal Stadion.
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