Sunday 25/05/2014, 18:00, Norway Tippeligaen, Round 11, Sogndal vs Sandnes
Sogndal vs Sandnes Betting Preview
Three victories in the last four games lifted Sogndal from the relegation area and they can now inflict a serious hit to one of their counter candidates. Sandnes is seeking its first victory this month and their chronic inability to score on the road can be exploited by Sogndal.
Sogndal vs Sandnes Betting Odds
Sogndal 1.80, Draw 3.80, Sandnes 4.70
Sogndal vs Sandnes Betting Tips
Nobody expected Sogndal to play so well against better opponents, but it all began with the 2-0 victory in the Norwegian cup. They won both home games so far and managed to score twice each time, while coming very close to winning on the road at Aalesund.
The lack of experience was self-evident in that game, that the visitors dominated from start to end but were unable to defend a comfortable lead. The hosts scored twice in 4 min. and earn a precious point, while denying their opponents a chance to win four consecutive games for the first time in three years.
One way to explain Sogndal's recent success is to take a look at the starting formation, that featured three strikers in those games played at home. This is the kind of approach that suits top Norwegian teams, but they took a leap of faith with a more aggressive starting formation and results exceeded expectations.
Flo and Nielsen's contribution shouldn't be underestimated, but the best player in their rotation is by far Otoo from Cameroon who has scored five goals in eight games. He's expected to spearhead the offensive and it is only natural to assume that he would have plenty of opportunities to improve his record against Sandnes.
The visitors lost back-to-back games, before drawing the most recent two rounds and they even failed to secure victory over last placed Haugesund. Rubio is the only striker to have scored a goal this season and it makes perfect sense for manager Andersen to use the Chilean against Sogndal.
Key Facts
- In six games played so far with Sogndal as hosts, the points were equally distributed, with each team winning twice and two games ended undecided.
- Sogndal won the last two games and scored a combined five goals, while allowing a goal in each match.
Sogndal vs Sandnes Betting Prediction
Sogndal is the team in better form and as long as Otoo keeps playing at this level, they have plenty of room to grow. The hosts won't settle for a point against Sandnes, because this is one of the teams that they will be competing against to avoid relegation. Bookmakers have adjusted the odds and they now stand at 1.80 with the best value being currently offered by Winner Sports.
Bet: Sogndal @ 1.80 with Winner Sports
