Sandefjord Fotball vs FK Haugesund Prediction: Both sides are desperate for a win

Sandefjord will on Sunday welcome Haugesund to the Release Arena in one of the most entertaining clashes of the weekend. Previews, possible starting 11, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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Sandefjord faced a setback in their recent match, suffering a 1-0 defeat to Tromso. The only goal of the match was scored by Jakob Romsaas in the 85th minute, leading to Sandefjord's defeat. Unfortunately, Sandefjord struggled to create opportunities, managing just 1 shot on target during the game. Their lack of clinical finishing proved to be a significant factor in their loss.

In their last 5 matches, Sandefjord has managed to secure just 2 victories, which has led them to occupy the 13th position on the league table. With 17 points from 18 games, they have scored 27 goals while conceding 36. The team's challenge now is to find ways to convert their opportunities into goals and improve their overall performance to climb the league standings.

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Haugesund is currently in search of their first win after enduring a series of challenging results in their recent matches. Over the course of their last 4 games, they have encountered 3 losses and managed to secure 1 draw. In their most recent match, they faced a 3-1 defeat against Bodo/Glimt, despite taking the lead with a goal from Sory Diarra in the 48th minute.

The team's recent struggles have left them positioned at 12th on the league table with 19 points earned from 19 games played. Throughout this period, they have managed to score 18 goals but have conceded 29, indicating a need to improve their defensive performances.

Sory Diarra has emerged as a key player to watch for Haugesund due to his recent goal-scoring form. Having scored in each of the last 3 games, he has become a crucial source of goals for the team, contributing a total of 6 goals so far this season. His ability to find the back of the net makes him a player capable of making a significant impact in upcoming matches.

Sandefjord - Hugo Keto, Vetle Walle Egeli, Jesper Taaje, Sander Moen Foss, Fredrik Palerud, Sander Risan Mørk, Filip Ottosson, Aleksander Nilsson, Jakob Dunsby, Franklin Nyenetue, Gilbert Koomson.

Haugesund - Egil Selvik, Claus Niyukuri, Anders Bærtelsen, Kevin Martin Krygård, Peter Therkildsen, Bruno Leite, Magnus Christensen, Mads Sande, Julius Eskesen, Sory Ibrahim Diarra, Bilal Njie.

Based on the current analysis, it is anticipated that both sides exhibit comparable levels of strength, leading to an expected outcome of a draw during the initial 45 minutes. Nonetheless, it is expected that both teams would successfully score goals, resulting in a higher number of goals being recorded.

• HT: X for 2.00 odds
• Over 2.5 for 1.80 odds
• BTTS for 1.60 odds