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

Valerenga

L W L W W

8th place in Norwegian Tippeligaen

3-2

16/05/2026 14:00

Sarpsborg 08

L W W W D

6th 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 are currently 8th with 20 points after 15 matches.
Sarpsborg 08 sit 6th with 21 points from 14 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Valerenga to win with probability 47%.

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 Bodo Glimt	38	16	12	2	2	41	11	30
02 Viking	34	14	11	1	2	34	14	20
03 Tromso IL	31	15	9	4	2	26	15	11
04 Lillestrom	25	15	8	1	6	22	18	4
05 Molde	23	14	7	2	5	25	19	6
06 Sarpsborg 08	21	14	6	3	5	15	16	-1
07 Ham-Kam	21	15	6	3	6	23	26	-3
08 Valerenga	20	15	6	2	7	22	27	-5
09 Brann	19	15	6	1	8	30	25	5
10 Rosenborg BK	18	14	5	3	6	19	18	1
11 Sandefjord	15	14	4	3	7	13	20	-7
12 Fredrikstad	14	14	4	2	8	15	27	-12
13 Aalesund FK	13	14	2	7	5	19	29	-10
14 KFUM Oslo	12	14	3	3	8	15	25	-10
15 Kristiansund BK	12	14	3	3	8	12	23	-11
16 Start Kristiansand	10	15	2	4	9	16	34	-18

Valerenga Last 6 matches

01/08/2026 00:00

Valerenga 0 - 3 Ham-Kam Norway Eliteserien

26/07/2026 19:30

Brann 2 - 3 Valerenga Norway Eliteserien

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

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Sarpsborg 08

26/07/2026 22:00

Sarpsborg 08 1 - 0 Ham-Kam Norway Eliteserien

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

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Norwegian Tippeligaen

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Valerenga

Sarpsborg 08

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.63

Scored

Avg. per game

0.86

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.43

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 8 home matches

YesNo

5 (63%)3 (38%)

In last 8 home matches

NoYes

6 (86%)1 (14%)

Valerenga

Recent matches

Sarpsborg 08

Under /Over

(75%)6 2(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(57%)4 3(43%)

Under /Over

(38%)3 5(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(43%)3 4(57%)

Under /Over

(63%)5 3(37%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 7(100%)

/Yes

(50%)4 4(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(57%)4 3(43%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Valerenga

Sarpsborg 08

Shots

Valerenga

Total shots

16.86 avg / game

Blocked

29 total

Avg. 4.14

Sarpsborg 08

Total shots

13.00 avg / game

Blocked

29 total

Avg. 4.83

Valerenga Pass Sarpsborg 08

Total passes

2801

Avg. 400 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

45%

Total passes

2543

Avg. 363 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

43%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Valerenga

Played games

Sarpsborg 08

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.13

Clean sheets

0.29

7.13

Corners

5.86

14.63

117

Throw-ins

134

19.14

0.63

Offsides

1.29

3.38

GK saves

2.71

Valerenga

DISCIPLINARY

Sarpsborg 08

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.88

1.43

0.13

0.00

9.50

Fouls

11.71

11.88

Tackles

9.29

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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

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