Aalesund vs Rosenborg Prediction: Rosenborg to make a mark here

Aalesund's struggles have left them at risk of falling further behind the other teams in the league if they cannot start earning more victories consistently. On the other hand, Rosenborg, one of the traditionally strong teams in Norwegian football, is also experiencing a poor start to the season. Previews, possible starting 11, expert tips, and odds are provided below, as we expect an exciting clash between these two teams.

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After a three-week break, Aalesund will be eager to get back to Eliteserien action. Their last league match ended in a 3-2 home defeat against Tromso, despite initially taking the lead through Bjorn Kristensen. The loss marked their third consecutive defeat, leaving them with a significant task ahead to ensure they can maintain their position in the top division for a third year.

Aalesund's current season in the Eliteserien has been challenging, and they are considered strong candidates for relegation. With only four points from the first 11 matches, they find themselves in an uncomfortable position at the bottom of the table. Their priority will be to secure their second win of the campaign as they face struggling Rosenborg at the Color Line Stadion on Sunday.

One notable issue for Aalesund has been their struggles in front of goal. They have struggled to score consistently, managing only seven goals in 11 games, which is the second-lowest tally in the league. Addressing their attacking woes will be crucial for their survival hopes in the Eliteserien.

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Rosenborg, despite their storied history as perennial winners in the Eliteserien, are currently going through one of their toughest campaigns in recent memory. The team's struggles have put manager Svein Maalen under intense scrutiny, particularly after their disappointing 3-0 home loss to Sarpsborg 08.

In that match, Rosenborg suffered a first-half collapse, conceding three goals to Mikkel Maigaard, Eirik Wichne, and Kristian Opseth. The deficit proved insurmountable for the Troll Children, leaving them with a mountain to climb in the second half that ultimately went unconquered.

Sitting in 11th place in the Eliteserien standings, Rosenborg have collected just 13 points from their first 12 matches. They find themselves eight points behind third-placed Brann and only four points ahead of 14th-placed Sandefjord. These results have put the team in a precarious position, raising doubts about their ability to climb the table.

June brought little solace for Rosenborg, as their only victory came against struggling HamKam. Their inconsistent performances have raised questions about Maalen's future as the team's manager, and it remains to be seen if he will still be in charge when Rosenborg begin their Europa Conference League campaign against either Haka or Crusaders on July 27.

These challenging circumstances call for significant improvements from Rosenborg if they hope to turn their season around and recapture their winning form.

Aalesund - Sten Grytebust, Alexander Juel Andersen, David Fällman, Ole Martin Kolskogen, Alexander Munksgaard, Erlend Segberg, Nikolai Hopland, John Kitolano, Kasper Lunding Jakobsen, Björn Martin Kristensen, Markus Karlsbakk.

Rosenborg - André Hansen, Erlend Dahl Reitan, Samuel Rogers, Ulrik Jenssen, Adrian Nilsen Pereira, Olaus Skarsem, Carlo Holse, Santeri Vaananen, Edvard Tagseth, Jayden Nelson, Kristall Mani Ingason.

It certainly seems like the upcoming match between Aalesund and Rosenborg has the potential for a lopsided scoreline. Aalesund's struggles throughout the season, including their consistent conceding of three or more goals per game, suggest that they may struggle against a stronger opponent like Rosenborg.

While Rosenborg may be going through a rough patch, it's important to remember their status as one of the top clubs in the league. Their quality should give them an advantage over Aalesund, and they have the potential to score multiple goals in this match.

• BTTS for 1.70 odds
• W2 for 2.10 odds
• Over 2.5 for 1.87 odds