Bodo/Glimt vs FK Haugesund – Match Preview

League leaders Bodo/Glimt are set to host FK Haugesund at Aspmyra Stadion. This Round 17 Eliteserien clash is scheduled for a Friday afternoon kickoff at 16:00 GMT. Bodo/Glimt, at the top with 37 points from 17 games, have a strong goal difference. FK Haugesund, on the other hand, is in the 14th position. They have gathered 17 points from 15 matches. They are in urgent need of a win to boost their morale. With the hosts surpassing preseason forecasts and the visitors fighting relegation, this match is set to be an exciting battle.

Bodo/Glimt – Form

At home, Bodo/Glimt has shown impressive form, winning two and drawing one of their last three matches. They beat RFS 3:1 in the Champions League Qualification on 31 July 2024. Jens Petter Hauge, Ulrik Saltnes, and Kasper Waarts Hoegh scored the goals, surprising many. Before this, they defeated RFS 4:0 at Aspmyra Stadion. Saltnes and August Mikkelsen were the stars of the show. Their strong performance continued with a 3:1 win over Odds Ballklubb in the Eliteserien, as expected by many.

FK Haugesund – Form

FK Haugesund’s recent performances have been inconsistent. Their latest game, on July 28, 2024, ended in a loss to Sandefjord in the Eliteserien. This outcome was predicted by bookmakers. Before this, they achieved a surprising win over Viking. This victory showcased their potential to defy the odds. Yet, their draw with Brann showed that consistency is still a challenge. Despite this, FK Haugesund has managed to surprise on occasion.

Bodo/Glimt – FK Haugesund – Head to Head

The last time Bodo/Glimt and FK Haugesund met was on June 2, 2024. Bodo/Glimt won 1:0 in the Eliteserien. In their past 10 meetings, Bodo/Glimt has won 7 times. FK Haugesund has not won any, and 3 matches ended in draws. This record shows Bodo/Glimt’s dominance. In the last 5 matchups, both teams scored in 3 games. This indicates competitive clashes despite Bodo/Glimt’s overall superiority. Notably, Bodo/Glimt has not lost to FK Haugesund in their last 11 meetings. They have scored in each of these 11 encounters.

Bodo/Glimt – FK Haugesund – Standings

As Round 17 of the Eliteserien approaches, Bodo/Glimt aims to strengthen their lead. They have 37 points from 17 matches. Their attack has been strong, with 37 goals scored and only 14 conceded. FK Haugesund is in 14th place, with 17 points from 15 matches. They have a negative goal difference, having scored 16 and conceded 22. The 20-point difference between the teams highlights Bodo/Glimt’s strong campaign. Haugesund, however, is close to the relegation zone, a position they hoped to avoid.

Bodo/Glimt vs FK Haugesund – Top scorers

The home side’s attack is led by Patrick Berg and Ulrik Saltnes. Berg has scored 5 goals, while Saltnes has 4. Kasper Waarts Hoegh has also added 4 goals. Jens Petter Hauge and Nino Zugelj have contributed 3 goals each. For the away team, Bruno Leite and Sory Diarra are the top scorers with 3 goals each. Sebastian Tounekti has scored 2 goals. Julius Eskesen and Claus Niyukuri have each scored once, showing the team’s diverse scoring sources.

Bodo/Glimt vs FK Haugesund – Full-Time Betting

Bodo/Glimt is the favorite, with a home win priced at 1.20. This reflects their dominance and the confidence bookmakers have in them. A draw is at 6.50, and an away win for FK Haugesund is at 8.50. Given Bodo/Glimt’s form and their record against Haugesund, they are the clear favorites. The “halftime-fulltime” odds of 1.615 for a Bodo/Glimt lead at both intervals might interest some. The “draw-no-bet” option for Bodo/Glimt at 1.083 provides a safety net. The “double-chance” market offers odds of 1.071 for a home win or draw, appealing to those seeking lower risks.

Bodo/Glimt vs FK Haugesund – Over/Under Betting

The “Over/Under” betting market offers interesting options. Historical data suggests high-scoring games, with over 2.5 goals in 12 of the last 14 home matches for Bodo/Glimt against FK Haugesund. The “Over 2.5” goals option is priced at 1.444. This could attract bettors, given the scoring trends of both teams. The “Under 2.5” option, at 2.70, targets those expecting a lower-scoring game, despite recent performances suggesting otherwise.

Bodo/Glimt vs FK Haugesund – BTTS Betting

The odds for ‘both teams to score’ are 1.95 for ‘Yes’ and 1.80 for ‘No’. In 9 out of the last 11 home matches for Bodo/Glimt against FK Haugesund, both teams scored. Given Bodo/Glimt’s offensive capabilities and FK Haugesund’s struggles away, ‘BTTS: Yes’ at 1.95 seems like a good bet. This option slightly edges out the ‘No’ option, considering the historical data and current form.

Bodo/Glimt vs FK Haugesund – Prediction