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8 May 2023 at 17:00

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Full Time
Eliteserien · Season 2023
Referee: M. Aslam

Match Summary

Brann and Sandefjord drew 0:0. The match was played in Eliteserien 2023. 3 yellow cards were shown. Brann had 69% possession while Sandefjord held 31%. Brann had 23 shots (5 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Sandefjord. Brann made 1 substitutions, Sandefjord made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Brann and Sandefjord — 0 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Brann
Sandefjord
Kick Off
Half Time
N. Jensen WassbergA. Heggebø
74′
75′
Féderico BikoroA. Damnjanovic Nilsson
85′
J. DunsbyF. Nyenetue
85′
D. Al-SaedS. Mørk
Full Time

Match Statistics

Brann had 69% possession against Sandefjord's 31%. Brann registered 23 shots (5 on target) while Sandefjord managed 5 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 14–1. Fouls committed: 7–9.

5Shots on Goal2
11Shots off Goal1
23Total Shots5
7Blocked Shots2
17Shots insidebox4
6Shots outsidebox1
7Fouls9
14Corner Kicks1
2Offsides2
69%Ball Possession31%
0Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves5
640Total passes297
533Passes accurate193
83%Passes %65%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Brann lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under E. Horneland, while Sandefjord deployed a 4-3-3 under H. Ødegaard.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Brann is 7.20, compared to 7.04 for Sandefjord. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Brann's highest-rated starter is F. Myhre (7.20), while Sandefjord's best-rated player is F. Ottosson (7.28).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Brann have contributed 4 goals and 3 assists this season, led by F. Myhre (4G). Sandefjord's starters account for 6 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by J. Dunsby (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Brann deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Sandefjord's 4-man backline averaging 6.74. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Brann field 3 midfielders averaging 7.20, versus Sandefjord's 3 rated 7.28. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Brann start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Sandefjord averaging 7.11. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Brann and 68% for Sandefjord. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Brann's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Sandefjord. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Brann's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: N. Jensen Wassberg (21), oldest: R. Kristiansen (37)), while Sandefjord average 27.0 (youngest: F. Loftesnes-Bjune (20), oldest: A. Tveter (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Brann's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 13 for Sandefjord. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

BrannPosition StrengthSandefjord
7.20
Avg Rating
7.04
🛡 DEF (4 v 4)6.74
0G 0A0G 0A
7.20 MID (3 v 3)7.28
4G 3A1G 2A
FWD (3 v 3)7.11
0G 0A5G 5A
Brann4-3-3
1🧤GKM. Dyngeland
13🛡DEFS. Crone
3🛡DEFF. Knudsen
21🛡DEFR. Kristiansen
18🛡DEFD. Møller Wolfe
7MIDM. Rasmussen
19MIDS. Heltne Nilsen
8MIDF. Myhre7.24G3A
16FWDO. Didrik Blomberg
11FWDB. Finne
25FWDN. Jensen Wassberg
Sandefjord4-3-3
1🧤GKH. Keto
26🛡DEFF. Loftesnes-Bjune6.7
15🛡DEFJ. Taaje
17🛡DEFS. Foss
3🛡DEFV. Egeli
23MIDK. Ayer
18MIDF. Ottosson7.31G2A
5MIDFéderico Bikoro
27FWDJ. Dunsby7.15G5A
9FWDA. Tveter
14FWDD. Al-Saed

Substitutes

6(D)J. Sery Larsen
10(M)F. Børsting
32(M)J. Eikrem

Substitutes

6(M)S. Mørk
11(F)Y. Chaib
4(D)I. Smeulers
16(F)W. Njie

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Brann have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Sandefjord show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Brann

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Sandefjord

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Head to Head

Brann and Sandefjord have met 2 times — Brann won 2, Sandefjord won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Brann leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (4 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–3 in 2025.

2

Brann

0

Drawn

0

Sandefjord

Goals: 4Goals: 0

Recent Meetings (2)

20 Sept 2025Sandefjord0 – 3Brann
30 Jun 2025Brann1 – 0Sandefjord

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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