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Lerkendal Stadion
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Viking
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This Rosenborg vs Viking prediction centers on a huge gulf in current form. Viking sit second in Eliteserien with 37 points from 15 games, winning 12 of them, while Rosenborg languish in 10th with just 18 points and a mid-table points-per-game rate less than half of their visitors.
Rosenborg have been streaky, alternating winning and losing runs, and their home record (4 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses) shows they can be competitive at Lerkendal Stadion. But Viking's away form is outstanding too, with six wins from nine on the road and comfortably the meanest defense in the division at 0.93 goals conceded per game.
Injuries compound Rosenborg's task, with several first-team players ruled out, while Viking's absences look less central to their attacking output given their depth and scoring rate of nearly 2.5 goals per game.
Head-to-head results over the past two seasons heavily favor the visitors, including a 3-0 away win earlier this season. With Viking's superior points-per-game, attacking output, and defensive record all pointing the same direction, the value lies with the away side, though Rosenborg's home form keeps this from being a total mismatch. Expect Viking to control the game and be the more likely side to leave Trondheim with the points, in what should be a competitive but ultimately away-leaning contest given the current gap in quality between these sides.
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2026 Season
Last 10 head-to-head matchups
Viking have dominated this fixture recently, winning three of the last four meetings since 2024, including a comfortable 3-0 away...
Viking have dominated this fixture recently, winning three of the last four meetings since 2024, including a comfortable 3-0 away win at Lerkendal Stadion back in May 2026. The only exception was a 1-1 draw in mid-2025. Rosenborg's sole win in this stretch came in August 2024. The pattern strongly favors Viking, both in this venue and overall, reinforcing the current form gap between these two Eliteserien rivals heading into round 18.
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12 of 15 in Eliteserien
Form Rating
5.3/10
Rosenborg have been inconsistent, with their most recent five league matches showing three losses mixed...
Rosenborg have been inconsistent, with their most recent five league matches showing three losses mixed with a win and a draw. They've scored and conceded exactly 1.4 goals per game this season, reflecting a side capable of goals but equally prone to defensive lapses. Home form is their strongest asset, with four wins from eight, including a recent 4-0 thrashing of Fredrikstad. However, several injuries to key squad players will test their depth against a much stronger opponent. Their attack has shown flashes of quality, but consistency remains the issue heading into this clash with Viking.
13 of 15 in Eliteserien
Form Rating
8.7/10
Viking have been the standout team in Eliteserien, winning ten of their last eleven matches...
Viking have been the standout team in Eliteserien, winning ten of their last eleven matches and sitting second in the table with a league-best goal difference of +23. Their away record is particularly impressive: six wins, one draw, and just two losses from nine road trips, scoring freely while conceding sparingly. Despite a lengthy injury list, their squad depth has allowed them to maintain results, scoring 2.47 goals per game on average. Their attacking form makes them a threat in any match, and their away form suggests they're well-equipped to handle the trip to Trondheim.
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Rosenborg vs Viking - Match Analysis
Viking sit second in Eliteserien with a points-per-game rate more than double Rosenborg's, plus a league-best +23 goal difference. Their away record features six wins from nine matches, and they've also won three of their last four meetings with Rosenborg since 2024, including a 3-0 away victory earlier this season. This combination of superior current form and recent head-to-head success makes them clear favorites for this matchup.
It's possible. Rosenborg's home record this season (four wins, two draws, two losses from eight) shows they're far more competitive on their own turf than their overall table position suggests. They also recently thrashed Fredrikstad 4-0 at home. However, multiple injuries to key squad members and Viking's superior attacking and defensive numbers make an upset a longer shot than a home banker.
Beyond backing Viking outright, Draw No Bet: Viking offers solid value by protecting against a shock home draw while still capturing most of the expected return. Over 2.5 Goals is also worth considering, given a combined average of 3.87 goals per game between these two sides this season. Both markets align well with the attacking tendencies and quality gap on display in this fixture.
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