The excitement is mounting as Brann prepares to take on Sarpsborg 08 FF in the upcoming Norwegian Eliteserien on 29.05.2026. With Brann having a slight advantage in the odds, the anticipation for a close match is high. Our site offers a deep dive into the teams' recent performances, player statistics, and potential game changers. Check out our expert predictions and comprehensive analysis before placing your bets on this thrilling encounter!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Sandefjord | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 9/11 | 14 |
| 8 | Brann | 11 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 23/18 | 13 |
| 9 | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 11/15 | 11 |
| 10 | KFUM Oslo | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 12/17 | 11 |
Key Player Statistics: Brann vs Sarpsborg 08 FF
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x 1 x 4Brann vs Sarpsborg 08 FF Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliteserien | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Brann | 02.08.2025 | 1-4 |
| Eliteserien | Brann | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 16.05.2025 | 2-2 |
| Eliteserien | Brann | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 01.09.2024 | 1-3 |
| Eliteserien | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Brann | 20.07.2024 | 1-1 |
| Eliteserien | Brann | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 03.09.2023 | 1-0 |
| Eliteserien | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Brann | 13.05.2023 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Brann | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 17.02.2023 | 3-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Brann | 17.02.2023 | 3-3 |
| Eliteserien | Brann | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 12.12.2021 | 2-1 |
| Eliteserien | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Brann | 13.06.2021 | 0-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliteserien | Bodo/Glimt | Brann | 24.05.2026 | 3-1 |
| Eliteserien | Aalesund | Brann | 20.05.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eliteserien | Brann | KFUM Oslo | 16.05.2026 | 2-1 |
| NM Cupen | Bodo/Glimt | Brann | 09.05.2026 | 2-2 |
| Eliteserien | Brann | Fredrikstad | 02.05.2026 | 3-1 |
| Eliteserien | Tromso | Brann | 29.04.2026 | 0-5 |
| Eliteserien | Rosenborg | Brann | 25.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| NM Cupen | Brann | Aalesund | 22.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eliteserien | Viking | Brann | 18.04.2026 | 3-2 |
| Eliteserien | Brann | Sandefjord | 12.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliteserien | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Molde | 25.05.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eliteserien | Valerenga | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 16.05.2026 | 3-2 |
| Eliteserien | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Fredrikstad | 09.05.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eliteserien | Lillestrom | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 03.05.2026 | 4-0 |
| Eliteserien | KFUM Oslo | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 26.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Eliteserien | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Tromso | 19.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Eliteserien | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Bodo/Glimt | 15.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Eliteserien | Rosenborg | Sarpsborg 08 FF | 12.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eliteserien | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Start | 06.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Sarpsborg 08 FF | Ham-Kam | 26.03.2026 | 2-2 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Brann VS Sarpsborg 08 FF
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Brann vs Sarpsborg 08 FF
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Brann vs Sarpsborg 08 FF
Eight points separate these two mid-table sides, but don't let the standings fool you. When Brann host Sarpsborg 08 at Brann Stadion, the intensity always goes up several notches.
Here's what you need to watch for: Brann are a team of two very different personalities. They hammered Tromso 5-0 away and crushed Ham-Kam 5-1 on the road. But at home? They've slipped to Sandefjord and Tromso already this season. That split personality is crucial for your betting decisions.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Brann being heavy favourites at 1.55. Their home form tells a more complicated story than those odds suggest.
Sarpsborg arrive in shaky shape, I'll be honest. Four defeats and a draw in their last five Eliteserien outings is genuinely poor. They've scored just 11 goals in 10 games too, making them one of the league's more toothless attacks. Their defensive record of 15 conceded isn't inspiring either.
Yet here's a surprising insight that most bettors will miss completely. The last time these sides met in Bergen, back in September 2024, Sarpsborg won 3-1. And in the most recent head-to-head overall, just earlier this season, Sarpsborg were hammered 4-1 away. These fixtures swing wildly. Goals are almost always involved.
For the betting angles, I'd steer you firmly towards both teams to score and over 2.5 goals. The last five competitive meetings between these clubs have produced 17 goals combined. That's a remarkable average. The bookmakers seem to be pricing this purely on league position rather than the historical goalfest this fixture consistently delivers.
Brann's N. Holm and K. Ingason share the scoring burden with four goals each, while U. Mathisen pulls the strings with four assists from midfield. I fully expect Mathisen to be the architect of something here. Watch for him specifically in the first half when Sarpsborg's legs are fresh but their defensive organisation tends to wobble.
Mamour Ndiaye of Sarpsborg carries four yellow cards already. Playing him in a derby atmosphere at a hostile Brann Stadion is a booking waiting to happen. The card market looks genuinely attractive there.
My prediction: Brann 3-1 Sarpsborg 08. Home win, first goal before the 30-minute mark, and at least one yellow card for the visitors.
The lights come on in Bergen this weekend. Make sure you're watching.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Þorsteinsson | Iceland | 27 | Attacker | 177 | 73 |
| J. Sørensen | Denmark | 28 | Midfielder | 184 | 77 |
| F. Myhre | Norway | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 75 |
| B. Finne | Norway | 31 | Attacker | 173 | 70 |
| V. Dragsnes | Norway | 32 | Defender | 187 | 82 |
| F. Knudsen | Norway | 29 | Defender | 190 | 83 |
| T. Pedersen | Norway | 29 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Dyngeland | Norway | 30 | Goalkeeper | 187 | 71 |
| J. Soltvedt | Norway | 30 | Defender | 188 | n/a |
| U. Mathisen | Norway | 27 | Midfielder | 185 | n/a |
| K. Eriksen | Norway | 30 | Midfielder | 177 | 74 |
| N. Holm | Norway | 25 | Attacker | 186 | 87 |
| D. De Roeve | Belgium | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Haaland | Norway | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| R. Holten | Norway | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Hellan | Norway | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Klausen | Norway | 18 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| J. Eikrem | Norway | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| J. Lægreid | Norway | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| N. Boakye | Ghana | 20 | Defender | 187 | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B. Utvik | Norway | 30 | Defender | 183 | 75 |
| S. Rosted | Norway | 31 | Defender | 188 | 80 |
| M. Koch | Netherlands | 31 | Defender | 195 | 78 |
| S. Sørli | Norway | 30 | Midfielder | 178 | 67 |
| A. Sher | Sweden | 23 | Midfielder | 175 | 65 |
| M. Ødegaard | Norway | 33 | Defender | 186 | 80 |
| C. Kouakou | Côte d'Ivoire | 26 | Midfielder | 175 | 68 |
| E. Wichne | Norway | 29 | Defender | 174 | 69 |
| D. Karlsbakk | Norway | 23 | Attacker | 186 | 79 |
| N. Williams | Sweden | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Christiansen | Norway | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| C. Niyukuri | Norway | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| L. Øy | Norway | 22 | Goalkeeper | 182 cm | n/a |
| A. Nibe | Denmark | 23 | Attacker | 186 | 78 |
| J. Gregersen | Norway | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Hiim | Norway | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Mamour Ndiaye | Senegal | 20 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| V. E. Halvorsen | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| M. Svenningsen Gronn | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| Bop Gueye | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
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