Match Summary
Viking defeated Sarpsborg 08 FF 3:1. The match was played in Eliteserien 2023. Goals were scored by H. Tangen 13′, D. Brekalo 48′, M. Maigaard 86′, S. Svendsen 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Sarpsborg 08 FF had 58% possession while Viking held 42%. Sarpsborg 08 FF had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for Viking. Sarpsborg 08 FF made 2 substitutions, Viking made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sarpsborg 08 FF and Viking — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Z. Tripić
assist: J. Soltvedt
assist: P. Yazbek
Match Statistics
Sarpsborg 08 FF had 58% possession against Viking's 42%. Sarpsborg 08 FF registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Viking managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 15–14.
Lineups
Sarpsborg 08 FF lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under S. Billborn, while Viking deployed a 4-3-3 under B. Aarsheim.
Defensive Solidity
Sarpsborg 08 FF deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Viking'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
Sarpsborg 08 FF field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Viking's 3 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
Sarpsborg 08 FF start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Viking 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Sarpsborg 08 FF's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: S. Tibbling (31), oldest: A. Kristiansen (35)), while Viking average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sarpsborg 08 FF have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Viking show 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sarpsborg 08 FF and Viking have met 3 times — Sarpsborg 08 FF won 1, Viking won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Sarpsborg 08 FF leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.33 per match (4 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Sarpsborg 08 FF are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026