Viking vs Bodo/Glimt – Match Preview

Third-placed Viking is set to face the league leaders, Bodo/Glimt, in an exciting Eliteserien match. The game will take place at the SR-Bank Arena on Friday, August 10th, starting at 16:00 GMT. This Round 18 clash is crucial. Viking, with 32 points from 17 games, aims to climb the table. Bodo/Glimt, holding 40 points after 18 matches, seeks to extend their lead. Both teams have surpassed preseason expectations and are eager for a win. Viking wants to narrow the gap, while Bodo/Glimt looks to widen theirs in the title race.

Viking – Form

Viking’s recent performances have been inconsistent. Their last match ended in a draw against Hamarkameratene on August 4, 2024. This result was unexpected by bookmakers. Before that, they won at home against Molde, surpassing the expected goals. Their third recent game was a loss to FK Haugesund, another unexpected outcome. The results of their last three matches have varied from bookmakers’ predictions.

Bodo/Glimt – Form

Bodo/Glimt comes into this match on a winning streak. They won 1-0 against Jagiellonia Bialystok in a Champions League Qualification match on August 7, 2024. This result met bookmakers’ expectations. Before this, they achieved a 4-2 victory over FK Haugesund in the Eliteserien. Their winning form continued with a 3-1 victory against RFS in the Champions League Qualification. Jens Petter Hauge, Ulrik Saltnes, and Kasper Waarts Hoegh scored, maintaining their expected form.

Viking – Bodo/Glimt – Head to Head

The last match between Viking and Bodo/Glimt was on April 6, 2024. Bodo/Glimt secured a 1:0 win. In their last 10 meetings, Viking won 2 while Bodo/Glimt took 7 victories. This shows Bodo/Glimt’s dominance in this fixture. In their recent five encounters, both teams scored three times, indicating their offensive capabilities. Viking has scored in their last 17 home games against Bodo/Glimt. However, they have won only 2 of their last 14 matches against them, losing 7 of the last 9.

Viking – Bodo/Glimt – Standings

The upcoming match at SR-Bank Arena is set against an interesting league backdrop. Viking is in third place with 32 points from 17 matches. They have a goal difference of +10. Bodo/Glimt leads the league with 40 points from 18 matches and a +25 goal difference. The visitors have outscored Viking by 11 goals. Both teams have exceeded expectations this season. Viking is keen to reduce the point gap, while Bodo/Glimt aims to keep their lead.

Viking vs Bodo/Glimt – Top scorers

Zlatko Tripic, Viking’s leading scorer, has netted 7 times this season. He is supported by Lars-Joergen Salvesen and Sander Svendsen, with 4 goals each. Defender Sondre Bjoershol and midfielder Harald Tangen have each added 2 goals. For Bodo/Glimt, Patrick Berg and Kasper Waarts Hoegh are the top scorers, with 6 goals each. Ulrik Saltnes has scored 4 times, while Jens Petter Hauge and Nino Zugelj have 3 goals each. This sets the stage for a competitive scoring match.

Viking vs Bodo/Glimt – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Bodo/Glimt with odds of 2.25 for an away win. This reflects their top position and strong form. Viking, despite their impressive home record, are the underdogs with odds of 2.80 for a win. The odds for a draw are 3.90. Bodo/Glimt’s recent dominance in head-to-head matches supports these odds. Injuries might affect the game, but Bodo/Glimt’s momentum could offset this. The “draw-no-bet” market offers Viking at 2.10 and Bodo/Glimt at 1.667. The “double-chance” market has Viking or a draw at 1.615, and Bodo/Glimt or a draw at 1.25. The “halftime-fulltime” bet has Viking leading at halftime and winning at fulltime at odds of 3.20. These markets cater to different betting preferences.

Viking vs Bodo/Glimt – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are 1.44, while “Under 2.5” is at 2.70. Past meetings suggest a high-scoring game, with 7 out of the last 9 at Viking’s home exceeding 2.5 goals. Viking has scored 30 goals in 17 matches, showing their scoring ability. Bodo/Glimt has 41 goals from 18 matches, indicating a likely goal-rich match. The “Over 2.5” odds at 1.44 are attractive for those expecting many goals.

Viking vs Bodo/Glimt – BTTS Betting

The BTTS market has odds of 1.40 for “Yes” and 2.75 for “No.” This suggests a good chance of both teams scoring. Historical data and recent forms support the “Yes” option. Given these factors, “BTTS: Yes” at 1.40 is a likely outcome for bettors in this match.

Viking vs Bodo/Glimt – Prediction