Match Preview
Sarpsborg 08 will host Brann at Sarpsborg Stadion on Saturday, 2 August, in a crucial Eliteserien clash. The home side is struggling, having recorded just one point from their last five matches, while Brann arrives in solid form, winning four of their last five fixtures. Sarpsborg's recent performances have raised concerns, particularly in defence, as they have conceded in all but one of those games. This could prove pivotal against a Brann side that has shown a knack for finding the net, scoring in their last five outings.
Historically, matches between these two teams have been closely contested, with their last ten encounters ending with three wins apiece for both sides and four draws. Notably, seven of those matches have seen both teams score, suggesting that a bet on both teams to score (BTTS) could be a promising angle for this fixture. With the odds for BTTS at 1.4, it seems a reasonable wager given both teams' current form and attacking capabilities. Expect an engaging match as Sarpsborg aims to turn their fortunes around against a confident Brann side.