Molde vs Sandefjord Prediction & Betting Tips

Molde vs Sandefjord Match Preview

Molde host Sandefjord in a crucial Eliteserien clash as both sides aim to end their inconsistent runs. The home team need points to climb back into the top half, while Sandefjord continue to surprise everyone by staying in European contention despite a modest defensive record. Expect an open game between two teams that rarely settle for stalemates.

Molde’s Home Form Offers Hope Despite Setbacks

Molde’s recent form has been uneven, but their home record remains their main strength. They’ve won four of their last five league matches at Aker Stadion, including a convincing 4-1 win over Valerenga. During that stretch, they kept clean sheets in three victories and scored multiple times in each win.

Defensive lapses have been their undoing in away games, but at home, the Blue Army look far more composed. Despite a recent 2-1 loss to Fredrikstad, they continue to create chances with ease and often dictate the rhythm in front of their supporters.

Sandefjord’s Away Spirit Balances Their Inconsistency

Sandefjord have become one of the league’s trickiest travellers this season. They’ve scored in each of their last five away matches, securing wins at Haugesund and Kristiansund, and a draw at Sarpsborg. However, their defense remains fragile, conceding twice or more in four of those outings.

At home, results have swung sharply between big wins and heavy defeats. A 3-0 victory over Bryne showed their potential, yet the 0-3 loss to Brann exposed their defensive issues. On the road, they tend to start fast but struggle to protect leads, which could prove costly against a side like Molde.

Smart Insights by LeagueLane®

• Molde have scored two or more goals in four of their last five home games.
• Sandefjord have netted in all of their previous five away league fixtures.
• Three of the last four H2H meetings at this venue saw Over 2.5 goals.
• Both teams have scored in four of their last six league encounters.

Molde vs Sandefjord Prediction

Molde’s strong home record and attacking sharpness make them clear favourites. Their ability to dominate possession and create high-quality chances at Aker Stadion should help them control this contest. Sandefjord’s energetic style and recent away form suggest they won’t go quietly, but their defensive gaps are hard to ignore.

A high tempo game looks likely, especially since both sides tend to find goals in the second half. Backing Molde to win aligns with their dominant home trend, while Over 1.5 goals in the second half fits both teams’ recent scoring patterns.

Given Molde’s consistency at home and Sandefjord’s tendency to concede late, a 2-1 home win looks a realistic outcome.

Finn Larsson- October 16, 2025

Molde vs Sandefjord Betting Tips

Molde win

OK

1.80 Odds

Over 1.5 Goals Second Half

OK

1.73 Odds

Molde 2-1

OK

8.50 Odds