Kristiansund vs Sandefjord - Eliteserien
Fixture Preview - 17 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
In this Eliteserien clash, Kristiansund hosts Sandefjord at Kristiansund Stadion on Sunday, 17 August. Both teams are struggling for consistency, with Kristiansund managing just two draws in their last five matches, while Sandefjord has shown some improvement, securing two wins in the same timeframe. Historically, Kristiansund has dominated this fixture, winning eight of their last ten encounters, which could provide them with a psychological edge. One notable angle to consider is the potential for goals, given the teams' recent form and their head-to-head statistics. Six of the last ten meetings have featured over 2.5 goals, and both teams have found the net in five of those encounters. With Kristiansund's defensive vulnerabilities and Sandefjord's attacking resurgence, backing both teams to score (BTTS) at odds of 1.44 seems a promising bet. The home side will be keen to leverage their historical advantage, but Sandefjord's recent form suggests they could pose a significant threat. Expect an engaging match with opportunities at both ends.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |  Brann | 18 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 36 |
| 4 |  Tromsø | 18 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 33 |
| 5 |  Rosenborg | 18 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 30 |
| 6 |  Sandefjord | 18 | 9 | 1 | 8 | 28 |
| 7 |  KFUM | 18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 26 |
| 8 |  Fredrikstad | 18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 26 |
| 9 |  Molde | 18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 24 |
| 10 |  Vålerenga | 18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 24 |
| 11 |  Sarpsborg 08 | 18 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 22 |
| 12 |  HamKam | 18 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 20 |
| 13 |  Kristiansund | 18 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 20 |
| 14 |  Bryne | 18 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 19 |
| 15 |  Strømsgodset | 18 | 3 | 0 | 15 | 9 |
| 16 |  Haugesund | 18 | 1 | 2 | 15 | 5 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 17, 2025 | Kristiansund | 2–2 | Sandefjord | Eliteserien |
| July 20, 2025 | Sandefjord | 6–0 | Kristiansund | Eliteserien |
| October 5, 2024 | Kristiansund | 2–1 | Sandefjord | Eliteserien |
| August 25, 2024 | Sandefjord | 1–0 | Kristiansund | Eliteserien |
| September 4, 2022 | Kristiansund | 3–1 | Sandefjord | Eliteserien |
| July 27, 2022 | Sandefjord | 2–0 | Kristiansund | Eliteserien |
| December 5, 2021 | Sandefjord | 3–2 | Kristiansund | Eliteserien |
| July 18, 2021 | Kristiansund | 2–0 | Sandefjord | Eliteserien |
| August 30, 2020 | Sandefjord | 0–2 | Kristiansund | Eliteserien |
| July 29, 2020 | Kristiansund | 3–1 | Sandefjord | Eliteserien |