Sandefjord host Viking in Norway's Eliteserien on 4 September. Viking are second in the league with 43 points and a Champions League qualification spot, while Sandefjord are 12th with 19 points.
Sandefjord are managed by Andreas Tegstrom and have won two and drawn one of their last three matches, scoring 17 goals and conceding one. This run includes a 15-0 away win at Eidanger and a 0-0 home draw against Brann. Viking, managed by Bjarte Aarsheim, have won all of their last three games, scoring eight goals and conceding three. In 25 head-to-head meetings, Viking have won 12 to Sandefjord's seven, with six draws. Sandefjord's squad market value is EUR 12.7 million, compared to Viking's EUR 48.98 million. Sandefjord have D. Koswal, M. Melchior, and N. Moller out with injuries, while F. Loftesnes-Bjune is doubtful with a thigh injury. Viking are without A. Baertelsen and V. Berisha, and S. Bjorshol, H. Falchener, and M. Roseth are doubtful.
| Metric | Sandefjord | Viking |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 12 of 16 | 2 of 16 |
| Points | 19 (-8 GD) | 43 (+24 GD) |
| Recent form | 2W 1D 0L | 3W 0D 0L |
| Squad market value | EUR 12.7m | EUR 48.98m |
| Playing for | — | Promotion - Champions League (Qualification) |
| Previous meetings (25, 6 draws) | 7 wins | 12 wins |
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