Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg Predictions

Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

Match Details: July 18, 2025 | Sarpsborg Stadion | Eliteserien | 17:00 (BST)

Sarpsborg 08 and Rosenborg meet in a crucial game in the Eliteserien on Friday night as both teams look to take a giant leap towards European football at the Sarpsborg Stadion, with our advanced algorithm predicting a victory for Sarpsborg. The team placed 6th in the top tier of Norwegian football come into the game on a run of five games unbeaten.

Key Betting Tip: Sarpsborg 08 to win at 1.45 odds (QuinnBet) represents superb value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg Predicted Lineups

Sarpsborg 08 Predicted XI: N’diaye, Wichne, Koch, Uchenna, Jeahze, Halvorsen, Christiansen, Sanyang, Tangen, Orjasaeter, Karlsbakk.

Rosenborg Predicted XI: Tangvik, Witry, Racic, Nemcik, Pereira, Vaananen, Selnaes, Zeidan, Holm, Islamovic, Ceide.

Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg Current League Standings

Despite being placed lower in the division compared to their opponents, Sarpsborg come into this clash on top form, being unbeaten in their last seven games and winning three out of their last three matches.

Scoring eight goals in their last five fixtures, Sarpsborg have been in fantastic form in front of goal. However, the foundations of their success have been built in their backline, with the Norwegian outfit keeping clean sheets in both of their last two games.

Their opponents, Rosenborg, are placed in 4th spot in the Eliteserien table and after a phenomenal start to the season, Rosenborg’s campaign has began to fizzle out, with Alfred Johansson’s side winning one out of their last five matches.

The last time out, away from home, for Rosenborg, was a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Sandefjord.

Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg Head-to-Head Timeline

With both teams meeting in Norwegian football, Sarpsborg 08 and Rosenborg have clashed on several occasions, meeting 28 times since 2011. The duo’s meeting in March 2018 would see the first victory for Sarpsborg, with Rosenborg dominating the early fixtures between the sides. Since then, the two sides have closely battled, with Rosenborg coming out as the victors with 15 wins overall.

Recent Head-to-Head Results: • June 2023: Rosenborg 0-3 Sarpsborg 08

• October 2023: Sarpsborg 08 5-2 Rosenborg

• July 2024: Sarpsborg 08 4-1 Rosenborg

• November 2024: Rosenborg 1-1 Sarpsborg 08

• June 2025: Rosenborg 2-2 Sarpsborg 08

Recent Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg Matches Analysis

Sarpsborg 08 Last 5 Matches:

• Rosenborg 2-2 Sarpsborg 08

• Bodo/Glimt 1-2 Sarpsborg 08

• Sarpsborg 08 3-1 FK Haugesund

• Sarpsborg 08 1-0 Viking

• Kristiansund BK 0-0 Sarpsborg 08

Sarpsborg 08 have been in brilliant form, winning three out of their last four matches. Playing at home against a team in a similar position in the table, Sarpsborg will be looking to pick up all three points and move closer to the division’s European spots.

Rosenborg Last 5 Matches:

• Kristiansund BK 4-1 Rosenborg

• Rosenborg 2-2 Sarpsborg 08

• Rosenborg 1-1 Viking

• Sandefjord 2-0 Rosenborg

• Rosenborg 2-0 HamKam

Rosenborg have struggled in recent weeks, falling behind the pack at the top of the table that are chasing the Eliteserien title. Rosenborg also face Sarpsborg on difficult form against the hosts, with the 4th placed team in the Norwegian top-flight winless in their last seven meetings with Sarpsborg.

Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in a Sarpsborg 08 victory. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Sarpsborg 08 to win at @ 1.45 odds (QuinnBet) - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a Sarpsborg 08 win in this fixture. Their superior form and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Key Players To Watch: Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg

Daniel Seland Karlsbakk (Sarpsborg 08): Sarpsborg striker Karlsbakk has been in excellent form throughout the season, netting 10 goals and assisting once in 12 Eliteserien appearances this season. With 0.89 goals averaged per 90, the 22-year-old has quickly gained a reputation as one of the most clinical strikers in Norway.

Emil Konradsen Ceide (Rosenborg): A tricky and creative winger, Ceide has had a great start to the season for Rosenborg, scoring three goals and recording two assists. Compared to other attacking wingers and midfielders, Ceide sits above 77% for chances created.

Sarpsborg 08 vs Rosenborg Match Facts

League Position: Despite being placed in 6th spot, Sarpsborg could move up to 2nd place in the Eliteserien table with the hosts having two games in hand compared to the teams above them.

Stadium Information: Located in the south of Norway, the Sarpsborg Stadion was opened in 1930 and holds a capacity of 8,022.