Vålerenga Fotball vs Rosenborg BK Prediction: Both sides will find the net

Rosenborg will be eager to turn their fortunes around as they embark on a trip to the Intility Arena on Sunday to take on Valerenga, who are also facing challenges in the league. This encounter presents an opportunity for both teams to improve their standing and regain momentum in the competition. Previews, possible starting 11, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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Vålerenga come into this match after suffering two consecutive losses, falling 2-0 to Lillestrøm and 2-1 to Brann. Their recent form hasn't been particularly strong, as they have managed to win only one of their last five games in all competitions, with that win coming in a 2-1 victory against Sandefjord.

Currently, Vålerenga find themselves in the 13th position in the league, which is the last spot of safety. They have accumulated 24 points in 25 games, scoring 33 goals while conceding 43. Notably, they share the same number of points with the 14th-placed Stabæk, highlighting the close competition to avoid relegation.

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Rosenborg's recent form has been declining, as they have been unable to secure a victory in their last five matches and have now gone without a win in their last eight outings. In their most recent game against Stabæk, they managed to level the score with a goal from Ole Sæter, who has been in excellent form, scoring in each of his last three appearances. Sæter's goal came in the 33rd minute, equalizing the match after they had conceded a goal just 13 minutes into the game. Stabæk had an opportunity to regain the lead, but Nicolai Næss missed from the penalty spot just before halftime.

As of now, Rosenborg occupy the 10th position in the league table, having accumulated 30 points from 25 games. They have scored 32 goals while conceding 41.

Valerenga - Jacob Storevik, Eneo Bitri, Stefan Strandberg, Fredrik Jensen, Magnus Riisnaes, Petter Strand, Elias Kristoffersen Hagen, Henrik Björdal, Daniel Håkans, Mohamed Ofkir, Andrej Ilic.

Rosenborg - Sander Tangvik, Adam Andersson, Hakon Rosten, Ulrik Jenssen, Adrian Nilsen Pereira, Sverre Nypan, Ole Selnaes, Olaus Skarsem, Emil Frederiksen, Ole Saeter, Jayden Nelson.

The recent statistics indicate a likelihood of a high-scoring match. In 8 of Valerenga's last 10 home matches, there have been over 2.5 goals, and they have conceded 2 or more goals in 6 of those 10 matches. On the other hand, in 8 of Rosenborg's last 10 away matches, there have been over 2.5 goals, and Rosenborg has conceded 2 or more goals in 7 of their last 10 away matches. Additionally, it's expected that both teams will score, and the first half of the match may conclude with a draw.

• BTTS for 1.60 odds
• HT: X for 2.30 odds
• Over 2.5 for 1.67 odds