Fredrikstad vs Haugesund Prediction: Fredrikstad are favored to secure a 2-0 victory at home against struggling Haugesund in this crucial Eliteserien match.
The Nye Fredrikstad Stadion will host a pivotal Norwegian Eliteserien encounter on Wednesday as fifth-placed Fredrikstad welcome struggling Haugesund. With European ambitions and relegation fears on the line respectively, both sides have plenty at stake in this midweek fixture.
Match Preview
Fredrikstad have enjoyed an impressive return to the top flight following their promotion last season. Currently sitting fifth with 28 points from 17 matches, the hosts are firmly in contention for European qualification. Manager Andreas Hagen has overseen an upturn in form since taking charge, with Fredrikstad unbeaten in their last three outings.
In contrast, Haugesund find themselves rooted to the bottom of the table with just 17 points. New boss Sancheev Manoharan faces a battle to preserve the club’s 15-year stay in the Eliteserien. The visitors arrive on the back of three straight defeats but know a win could potentially lift them as high as 11th.
Predicted Fredrikstad vs Haugesund Lineups and Formation
Fredrikstad Lineup (4-3-3): Fischer; Kvile, Aukland, Skaret, Eid; Magnusson, Sorlokk, Bjorlo; Johansen, Molde, Traore.
Haugesund Lineup (4-3-3): Selvik; Fischer, Hope, Fredriksen, Krusnell; Bizoza, Leite, Tounekti; Liseth, Konradsen, Eskesen.
Key Players to Watch
Fredrikstad will look to Morten Bjorlo for inspiration, with the midfielder netting 8 goals in 15 league appearances this term. For Haugesund, the attacking trio of Morten Agnes Konradsen, Sondre Liseth and Julius Eskesen will be crucial as they aim to improve their goal-scoring record.
Players Unavailable or Doubtful
Here’s a comprehensive list of players who are injured, suspended, or doubtful for the match:
Fredrikstad:
Patrick Metcalfe (midfielder) – doubtful due to injury concern from previous match.
Haugesund:
- Anders Baertelsen – expected to be out until late August
- Claus Niyukuri – expected to be out until late August
- Martin Samuelsen – expected to be out until late August
- Amund Wichne (goalkeeper) – out for the season with cruciate ligament injury
Where to Watch Live?
The match kicks off at 17:00 local time on Wednesday. Here’s the Fredrikstad vs Haugesund Live Streaming and TV Schedule for various countries:
- Norway: TV 2 Play
- Bosnia and Herzegovina: Moja TV, SportKlub 4 Serbia
- Croatia: Sportklub 4 Croatia
- International: Onefootball
- Macedonia: MaxTV Go, SportKlub 4 Serbia
- Montenegro: SportKlub 4 Serbia
- Serbia: SportKlub 4 Serbia
- Slovenia: Sportklub 3 Slovenia
Form Guide
Fredrikstad: D-D-W-D-L
Haugesund: L-L-L-W-D
Head-to-Head Record
Recent meetings between these sides have been closely contested. Haugesund have won two of the last three encounters, but Fredrikstad emerged victorious in their most recent clash back in 2012.
Current Standings
Fredrikstad occupy 5th place with 28 points, just 3 behind 4th-placed Molde. Haugesund prop up the table in 16th position on 17 points.
Who Will Win?
While Fredrikstad boast home advantage and superior league position, their recent tendency to draw matches at the Nye Fredrikstad Stadion could give Haugesund hope. However, the visitors’ poor away record and defensive frailties make an upset unlikely.
Fredrikstad’s solid backline, which has conceded a league-low 16 goals, should prove too strong for Haugesund’s misfiring attack. Expect the hosts to edge a tight contest and boost their European aspirations.
Fredrikstad vs Haugesund Prediction: Fredrikstad 2-0 Haugesund
This crucial midweek fixture could have significant implications at both ends of the Eliteserien table. Fredrikstad will be eager to capitalize on their game in hand and close the gap on the top four, while Haugesund desperately need points to kickstart their survival bid.
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