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Sandefjord
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Start vs Sandefjord prediction: this Eliteserien clash pits the division's bottom club against a mid-table side with little left to play for but pride. Start sit 16th, already staring at relegation to OBOS-ligaen, while Sandefjord occupy a comfortable 12th spot four places and 0.36 points-per-game clear of their hosts.
Start's recent form has been alarming defensively, shipping six at Molde and four to Ham-Kam in their last two league outings, a continuation of a season where they've conceded 2.18 goals per game. Sandefjord, by contrast, have built their campaign on defensive solidity, conceding just 1.27 per game with six clean sheets, even if their own attack has stalled with only one goal scored across their last four league matches.
Sandefjord thrashed Start 3-0 in their only competitive meeting this season, underlining the gulf in defensive organisation between these sides. Both squads carry notable absentees, with Sandefjord missing several defenders through injury and a suspension, which could open room for Start to find goals if they ever settle at the back.
Given Start's leaky defense and Sandefjord's superior league position, the away side is favored, though their own goal-shy form keeps a draw firmly in play. Expect a tight, low-scoring affair with Sandefjord edging it or sharing the points.
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2026 Season
Last 10 head-to-head matchups
The two sides have met twice within the last two years, both occasions won comfortably by Sandefjord. The competitive Eliteserien...
The two sides have met twice within the last two years, both occasions won comfortably by Sandefjord. The competitive Eliteserien meeting in September 2026 ended 3-0 to Sandefjord, while a March 2026 friendly also went the away side's way, 3-2. There's no recent sign of Start troubling their rivals, and this pattern of Sandefjord dominance, built on defensive discipline against a leaky Start backline, looks set to continue into this fixture.
Last 15 matches across all competitionsEliteserien matches highlighted
11 of 15 in Eliteserien
Form Rating
4.7/10
Start's season has been defined by defensive collapse, conceding 48 goals in 22 games and...
Start's season has been defined by defensive collapse, conceding 48 goals in 22 games and shipping six and four in their last two league outings against Molde and Ham-Kam respectively. Sitting rock-bottom with only four league wins all season, their home record of three wins, three draws and five losses from eleven games shows occasional resilience, but confidence is clearly fragile. Injuries to Tonnesen, Husebo and Manojlovic further thin an already stretched squad. Any threat going forward will need to come from quick transitions, as Start have failed to score in seven matches this season and rarely control games for long stretches against mid-table opposition.
12 of 15 in Eliteserien
Form Rating
4.3/10
Sandefjord have carved out a respectable mid-table season built on defensive solidity, conceding just 1.27...
Sandefjord have carved out a respectable mid-table season built on defensive solidity, conceding just 1.27 goals per game with six clean sheets in 22 outings. Their away form is patchy, however, with only three wins from eleven on the road and a tendency to draw rather than win, evident in their recent run of a loss, a draw, a cup win, and another draw. Multiple injuries and a suspension, including two defenders and a key squad member, could test their backline's recent resilience. Goals have been hard to come by too, with just one scored in four league matches, meaning their path to victory likely relies on continuing to frustrate opponents rather than overwhelming them.
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Start vs Sandefjord - Match Analysis
Sandefjord's advantage comes from defensive quality rather than attacking firepower. They concede under 1.3 goals per game with six clean sheets, while Start have shipped six and four goals in their last two outings. That defensive gap, combined with Sandefjord's four-place position edge and the 3-0 head-to-head win earlier this season, makes them the logical favorites even with a shaky away scoring record.
Double Chance: Sandefjord or Draw is the standout alternative, combining the away side's win probability with their tendency to draw rather than lose. Under 2.5 Goals also appeals given both teams' recent scoring struggles. Bettors seeking value could pair these markets rather than relying solely on a straight Sandefjord moneyline bet, which carries more risk given their inconsistent away finishing.
Start are fighting a losing battle against relegation, sitting bottom of the table with automatic OBOS-ligaen drop already looming per their league description. Sandefjord have little pressure, sitting safely in mid-table with no European or relegation implications. This motivation gap could work either way, Start may show desperate urgency, while Sandefjord might lack sharpness without major stakes on the line.
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