Molde FK vs. Sarpsborg 08 |
- Molde: 2023 cup winners, in robust form domestically (W4 D1 L0 last 5), exhibiting depth in attack (avg. 2.3 goals per Eliteserien match).
- Sarpsborg: Defensive frailties (16 goals conceded in last 8 league/cup matches).
- Tactics: Expect Molde's wing play and high pressing to overwhelm Sarpsborg’s narrow midfield.
- Key Stat: Molde has won their last 6 cup home matches by at least 2 goals.
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- Molde -1.5 Asian Handicap (1.85 odds)
- Molde Over 1.5 Team Goals (1.60 odds)
- Anytime goalscorer: Ola Brynhildsen (2.50 odds)
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Brann vs. Viking FK |
- Brann: On a seven-game unbeaten run, high possession stats (56%), tight defensive record (0.9 goals conceded per game, all comps).
- Viking: Cup specialists, but squad rotation likely due to league commitments.
- Head-to-head: Last 4 meetings: 1 win Brann, 2 draws, 1 win Viking; often cagey, low-scoring affairs.
- Key Player Trends: Niklas Castro (Brann)—4 goals in last 6 appearances; Z. Tripic (Viking)—go-to man in big games.
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- Under 2.5 Goals (1.95 odds)
- Draw/Brann Double Chance (1.45 odds)
- Niklas Castro anytime assist (3.25 odds)
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Fredrikstad FK vs. Lillestrøm SK |
- Fredrikstad: Newly promoted but unbeaten in six, home crowd a vital factor.
- Lillestrøm: High-pressing, vulnerable defensively in transition (conceded in both previous cup rounds).
- Upset Potential: Fredrikstad have scored in 11 straight games—expect them to trouble Lillestrøm early.
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- Both Teams to Score (1.70 odds)
- Over 2.5 Goals (1.85 odds)
- Fredrikstad +0.5 Handicap (1.82 odds)
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Bodø/Glimt vs. Stromsgodset |
- Bodø/Glimt: Most prolific attack in Norway over the last 24 months, key men fit and available.
- Stromsgodset: Struggling away; only 1 win in last 9 on the road.
- Home Fortress: Bodø/Glimt lost just once at Aspmyra Stadium in past 25 games (all comps).
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- Bodø/Glimt -1.5 Asian Handicap (1.95 odds)
- Over 3.5 Match Goals (2.05 odds)
- Pellegrino anytime assist (3.10 odds)
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