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16 May 2023 at 16:00

30
Full Time
Eliteserien · Season 2023
Referee: M. Aslam

Match Summary

Valerenga defeated Ham-Kam 3:0. The match was played in Eliteserien 2023. Goals were scored by S. Jatta 18′, D. Håkans 24′, H. Bjørdal 45′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Valerenga had 72% possession while Ham-Kam held 28%. Valerenga had 17 shots (10 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Ham-Kam. Valerenga made 4 substitutions, Ham-Kam made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Valerenga and Ham-Kam — 3 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

Valerenga
Ham-Kam
Kick Off
S. Jatta

assist: S. Juklerød

18′
D. Håkans

assist: M. Ofkir

24′
Half Time
46′
K. OnsrudA. Nouri
46′
V. KongsroK. Hernández-Foster
M. RiisnæsF. Oldrup Jensen
62′
62′
B. ThoresenR. Wiedesheim-Paul
62′
O. KjærgaardT. Sørås
M. OfkirJ. Eng
69′
D. HåkansJ. El Abdellaoui
87′
S. JattaA. Hammer Kjelsen
88′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Valerenga had 72% possession against Ham-Kam's 28%. Valerenga registered 17 shots (10 on target) while Ham-Kam managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 10–3. Fouls committed: 8–6.

10Shots on Goal1
4Shots off Goal4
17Total Shots7
3Blocked Shots2
13Shots insidebox3
4Shots outsidebox4
8Fouls6
10Corner Kicks3
1Offsides1
72%Ball Possession28%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves7
684Total passes261
586Passes accurate188
86%Passes %72%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Valerenga lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under D. Fagermo, while Ham-Kam deployed a 4-4-2 under J. Michelsen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Valerenga is 6.97, compared to — for Ham-Kam. 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. Valerenga's highest-rated starter is H. Bjørdal (7.28), while Ham-Kam's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Valerenga have contributed 6 goals and 8 assists this season, led by H. Bjørdal (4G). Ham-Kam's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Valerenga deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Ham-Kam's 4-man backline averaging —. 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

Valerenga field 5 midfielders averaging 7.20, versus Ham-Kam's 4 rated —. 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

Valerenga start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Ham-Kam averaging —. 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.

Discipline

Valerenga's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Ham-Kam. 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 Valerenga's starting XI is 25.8 (youngest: M. Riisnæs (21), oldest: S. Juklerød (31)), while Ham-Kam average 29.3 (youngest: V. Kongsro (27), oldest: K. Onsrud (31)). 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

Valerenga's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 0 for Ham-Kam. 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.

ValerengaPosition StrengthHam-Kam
6.97
Avg Rating
6.50🧤 GK (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.20 MID (5 v 4)
6G 8A0G 0A
Valerenga4-1-4-1
21🧤GKM. Sjøeng6.5
24🛡DEFP. Strand
23🛡DEFH. Heggheim
4🛡DEFS. Strandberg
18🛡DEFS. Juklerød
15MIDO. Holm
11MIDD. Håkans
20MIDM. Riisnæs7.12G2A
8MIDH. Bjørdal7.34G6A
10MIDM. Ofkir
19FWDS. Jatta
Ham-Kam4-4-2
1🧤GKL. Jendal
33🛡DEFA. Melgalvis
26🛡DEFB. Bjarnason
6🛡DEFJ. Norheim
2🛡DEFV. Kongsro
7MIDK. Onsrud
23MIDF. Sjølstad
19MIDW. Kurtović
21MIDB. Thoresen
8FWDO. Kjærgaard
14FWDH. Udahl

Substitutes

17(F)J. Eng
26(F)F. Thorvaldsen
5(D)L. Zuta

Substitutes

4(D)H. Opsahl
96(G)N. Hagen

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Valerenga have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Ham-Kam show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Valerenga

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Ham-Kam

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Head to Head

Valerenga and Ham-Kam have met 2 times — Valerenga won 0, Ham-Kam won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Ham-Kam leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (2 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.

0

Valerenga

1

Drawn

1

Ham-Kam

Goals: 2Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (2)

19 Oct 2025Ham-Kam2 – 1Valerenga
16 May 2025Valerenga1 – 1Ham-Kam

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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