Viking host Sarpsborg 08 FF in the Eliteserien on Saturday 8 August, with kick-off at 15:00 (WAT) at Lyse Arena. Viking are 1st with 62 points from 26 games (top of the table), while Sarpsborg 08 FF sit 9th on 31 points (in the bottom half). A gap of 31 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Viking's last 5: WDWWL Most recently they beat Start 3–0 away. They average 1.5 scored and 0.8 conceded.
Sarpsborg 08 FF's last 5: DWDWW Most recently they drew with Molde 3–3 away. On the road they have won 1 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.5 scored and 0.8 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Sarpsborg 08 FF arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.3 points a game against 1.8.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 12 July 2026, finished Sarpsborg 08 FF 1–0 Viking.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.3 goals: 2.4 for Viking and 0.9 for Sarpsborg 08 FF. That suggests an open game – over 2.5 goals is 67% likely and both teams score in 61% of our simulations.
Our pre-match pick was Viking to win – a 68% chance at odds of 1.35. Predicted score: Viking 2–0 Sarpsborg 08 FF. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Viking68%fair 1.46 · @1.35
Draw20%fair 5.05 · @5.25
Sarpsborg 08 FF12%fair 8.53 · @7.25
3.29Expected goals
2.37Viking xG
0.92Sarpsborg 08 FF xG
61%Both score
67%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–010%
2–110%
1–09%
3–08%
1–18%
3–18%
From our goals model: Viking 2.4 – 0.9 Sarpsborg 08 FF expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Viking vs Sarpsborg 08 FF?
Our pick is Viking to win with a 68% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.35.
Who will win Viking vs Sarpsborg 08 FF?
On our numbers Viking have a 68% chance of winning, the draw 20% and Sarpsborg 08 FF 12%.
How many goals will there be in Viking vs Sarpsborg 08 FF?
We expect about 3.3 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 67% likely and both teams score 61% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Viking vs Sarpsborg 08 FF?
Our predicted score is Viking 2–0 Sarpsborg 08 FF, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.3 goals in total.
When is Viking vs Sarpsborg 08 FF?
Viking vs Sarpsborg 08 FF (Eliteserien) kicks off on Saturday 8 August 2026 at 15:00 (West Africa Time) at Lyse Arena.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
