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On Friday night, Sarpsborg 08 hosts Bodo/Glimt in a Norwegian Eliteserien clash at Sarpsborg Stadion.
Sarpsborg 08, struggling in the lower regions of the league, will face the formidable league leaders Bodo/Glimt.
Current Form
Sarpsborg 08 Form
Sarpsborg 08 is currently second-bottom in the league with 10 points from 11 games.
They have only managed three wins, one draw, and seven losses this season. Their recent 3-1 defeat to Kristiansund highlights their defensive vulnerabilities, having conceded 19 goals in their last five matches and 25 goals overall this season.
Bodo/Glimt Form
Bodo/Glimt, on the other hand, sits atop the table with 27 points from 12 games. They are tied with Brann but have a game in hand.
Known for their offensive prowess and solid defense, Bodo/Glimt has scored 25 goals while conceding only eight.
They have an impressive away record with five wins from six games, scoring 15 goals and conceding only four.
Team News
Sarpsborg 08
Sarpsborg 08 will be without Jeppe Andersen due to suspension, while Serge-Junior Ngouali and Jo Inge Berget are sidelined with injuries. Niklas Sandberg is doubtful due to a sprained ankle.
Bodo/Glimt
Bodo/Glimt has several players out due to injuries, including Omar Elabdellaoui and Syver Skeide with cruciate ligament tears.
Other absentees include Sondre Sorli (ankle), Fredrik Bjorkan (thigh), Daniel Bassi (thigh), Sondre Brunstad Fet (knock), and Runar Espejord (hamstring).
Prediction
Given Sarpsborg 08’s defensive struggles and Bodo/Glimt’s offensive strength, a comfortable victory for Bodo/Glimt is anticipated.
Historically, Bodo/Glimt has dominated this fixture, and their current form suggests a continuation of this trend.
We predict a 2-0 win for Bodo/Glimt.
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Source link : https://www.footballcritic.com/news/sarpsborg-08-vs-bodo-glimt-prediction/5196
Author : [email protected] (Jake Skudder)
Publish date : 2024-06-28 06:30:00
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