Haugesund vs Viking Prediction & Preview
Preview
The 15th round of the Norway Eliteserien sees Haugesund host Viking at Haugesund Stadion on Sunday, July 21st. The home side, led by coach Sancheev Manoharan, currently sits 13th in the league with 14 points, while Viking, under the guidance of Bjarte Lunde Aarsheim, occupies 4th place with 28 points.
Haugesund's recent form has been inconsistent, with one win, three losses, and one draw in their last five matches. In their previous outing, they drew 1-1 against Brann away from home at Brann Stadion. On the other hand, Viking has been on a roll, boasting four wins and one draw in their last five games. They recently defeated Kristiansund 2-0 at SR-Bank Arena.
The head-to-head record between these teams shows Viking with an upper hand, having won three of their last five meetings, with Haugesund securing one win and the remaining match ending in a draw. Their most recent encounter on March 17th, 2024, saw Viking emerge victorious with a 2-0 win at SR-Bank Arena.
Haugesund's home form has been a concern, scoring an average of 0.5 goals per game while conceding 1.5 goals per match. Meanwhile, Viking's away performances have been impressive, netting an average of 2 goals per game and allowing 1.33 goals per outing.
Bet
Considering the recent form and head-to-head record, Viking appears to be the stronger side in this matchup. With odds of 1.95 for an away win, it presents a decent value bet. Although Haugesund's home struggles are a concern, Viking's ability to score an average of 2 goals per game on the road makes them a compelling choice.
Recommended Bet: Away Win (Viking) @ 1.95
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