Valerenga vs Sarpsborg 08: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 May

Valerenga

L W L W L

9th place in Norwegian Tippeligaen

3-2

16/05/2026 14:00

Sarpsborg 08

W L W W W

8th place in Norwegian Tippeligaen

Norwegian Tippeligaen

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Valerenga vs Sarpsborg 08 on 16 May 2026 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Valerenga vs Sarpsborg 08 preview before placing your bet.

Valerenga will face Sarpsborg 08 in Norwegian Tippeligaen on May 16, 2026 at 14:00.
Valerenga are currently 9th with 17 points after 13 matches.
Sarpsborg 08 sit 8th with 18 points from 13 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.88.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:00

2026-05-16

Valerenga vs Sarpsborg 08 - Prediction & Odds

Valerenga

Sarpsborg 08

2026-05-16 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/05/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Tromso IL	31	15	9	4	2	26	15	11
02 Viking	30	12	10	0	2	31	12	19
03 Bodo Glimt	29	13	9	2	2	31	11	20
04 Lillestrom	25	13	8	1	4	21	12	9
05 Molde	20	13	6	2	5	21	17	4
06 Brann	19	14	6	1	7	28	22	6
07 Ham-Kam	18	12	5	3	4	20	22	-2
08 Sarpsborg 08	18	13	5	3	5	14	16	-2
09 Valerenga	17	13	5	2	6	19	22	-3
10 Rosenborg BK	15	13	4	3	6	15	18	-3
11 Sandefjord	15	13	4	3	6	13	17	-4
12 Fredrikstad	14	13	4	2	7	15	23	-8
13 KFUM Oslo	12	13	3	3	7	13	21	-8
14 Aalesund FK	12	13	2	6	5	18	28	-10
15 Kristiansund BK	12	13	3	3	7	11	21	-10
16 Start Kristiansand	7	14	1	4	9	14	33	-19

Valerenga Last 6 matches

17/07/2026 00:00

Valerenga 6 - 1 Aalesund FK

Norway Eliteserien

11/07/2026 23:00

Tromso IL 4 - 0 Valerenga

Norway Eliteserien

04/07/2026 19:00

Valerenga 3 - 1 Fredrikstad

International Club Friendly

27/06/2026 19:00

Valerenga 1 - 2 GAIS

International Club Friendly

18/06/2026 22:00

IFK Goteborg 1 - 1 Valerenga

International Club Friendly

30/05/2026 00:00

Valerenga 3 - 1 Kristiansund BK

Norway Eliteserien

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Sarpsborg 08

18/07/2026 21:00

Kristiansund BK 0 - 0 Sarpsborg 08

Norway Eliteserien

13/07/2026 00:15

Sarpsborg 08 1 - 0 Viking

Norway Eliteserien

03/07/2026 17:00

Lillestrom 3 - 1 Sarpsborg 08

International Club Friendly

30/05/2026 00:00

Brann 1 - 2 Sarpsborg 08

Norway Eliteserien

25/05/2026 22:00

Sarpsborg 08 2 - 1 Molde

Norway Eliteserien

17/05/2026 01:00

Valerenga 3 - 2 Sarpsborg 08

Norway Eliteserien

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Norwegian Tippeligaen

Played games

Valerenga

Sarpsborg 08

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.87

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.57

Scored

Avg. per game

1.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.33

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 23 matches

YesNo

18 (78%)5 (22%)

In last 23 matches

NoYes

19 (79%)5 (21%)

Valerenga

Recent matches

Sarpsborg 08

Under /Over

(78%)18 5(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(79%)19 5(21%)

Under /Over

(52%)12 11(48%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(54%)13 11(46%)

Under /Over

(43%)10 13(57%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(29%)7 17(71%)

/Yes

(57%)13 10(43%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(54%)13 11(46%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Valerenga

Sarpsborg 08

Shots

Valerenga

Total shots

14.80 avg / game

Blocked

56 total

Avg. 4.67

Sarpsborg 08

Total shots

10.90 avg / game

Blocked

37 total

Avg. 4.11

Valerenga Pass Sarpsborg 08

Total passes

5499

Avg. 458 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

4620

Avg. 385 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Valerenga

Played games

Sarpsborg 08

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

0.29

6.35

146

Corners

120

5.00

10.22

235

Throw-ins

276

11.50

0.61

Offsides

1.25

1.52

GK saves

1.42

Valerenga

DISCIPLINARY

Sarpsborg 08

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.52

1.13

0.00

0.04

6.57

151

Fouls

150

6.25

6.43

148

Tackles

126

5.25

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How We Build the Valerenga vs Sarpsborg 08 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Valerenga vs Sarpsborg 08 on 16 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Norwegian Tippeligaen fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Valerenga vs Sarpsborg 08 Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Valerenga's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Sarpsborg 08's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Norwegian Tippeligaen Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Norwegian Tippeligaen standings and the Norwegian Tippeligaen form table to understand exactly where Valerenga and Sarpsborg 08 sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Norwegian Tippeligaen predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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