Friday 16/05/2014, 20:00, Norway Tippeligaen, Round 9, Stromgodset vs Sarpsborg
Stromgodset vs Sarpsborg Betting Preview
Stromgodset have a flawless home record so far and every intention to keep it that way tonight, when they take on Sarpsborg. The hosts won four games in a row and overpowered opponents, not to mention that tradition is on their side. As for the visiting team, they are still searching for their first victory on the road, but are unlikely to push for all three points tonight against a better opponent.
Stromgodset vs Sarpsborg Betting Odds
Stromgodset 1.50, Draw 5.00, Sarpsborg 6.25
Stromgodset vs Sarpsborg Betting Tips
Stromgodset played the most difficult match of the season last round, when they traveled to leading Molde for a match that could've propelled them to the top position. Unfortunately for the visiting team, they were always one step behind the hosts and in fact they can consider themselves lucky not to suffer a defeat.
Mostly on defensive and trying to speculate any mistakes in the opponent's defense, Stromgodset trailed by one goal for most of the match and tied the score in the last minute of overtime. Kovacs is one of the few foreign players in their starting formation and he scored both goals, to keep his team within striking distance of Molde.
It goes without saying that he will spearhead the offensive tonight as well, but he will be probably joined up front by veteran Sorum. He played six games so far and scored twice, with both players having crossed the 30 years threshold, yet they are still an asset for Stromgodset.
While the hosts start with an aggressive 4-4-2 starting formation, the visitors will do their very best to defend with five midfielders. Olanare is their top scorer with five goals in eight games, but he is very likely to be left alone, with Dja Djedje to start on the bench. The two African players have been preferred by coach Deane in all games so far and he proved to be an excellent acquisition.
Key Facts
- Stromgodset won four out of four games in front of their fans, while the visitors lost 3 out of 4 on the road
- The two teams met seven times and Stromgodset won five games while to ended undecided.
Stromgodset vs Sarpsborg Betting Prediction
The odds for a home win are quite low, but this comes as no surprise given the difference between the two teams. Punters shouldn't hesitate to back Stromgodset at high odds to cover the -1.5 goals spread as Pinnacle Sports offers odds of 2.30, just hours before kickoff.
Bet: Stromgodset -1.5 goals @ 2.30 with Pinnacle Sports
