Sogndal IL
- Sogndal IL have played 5 games in the 1. Division 2026 thus far and have picked up just 4 points.
- Sogndal IL have struggled so far in 1. Division 2026, but that doesn’t seem to be due to a lack of application from their head coach Luis Pimenta, who has instilled a clear organisational structure upon the club since being appointed in January 2025.
- Sogndal’s back four can line up in a number of different ways, while Pimenta has created a narrow but solid midfield unit with a disciplined defensive line.
- Sogndal’s best chances at goals come from quick counters, as they’re not a side that thrives on possession.
- They were beaten 3-0 at Stroemsgodset, beat Aasane 2-0 at home and were held to a 3-3 draw at Bryne.
- At home, they’ve averaged 1.00 goals per game, conceding 1.50 in the process.
FK Haugesund
- FK Haugesund have won 4 of their last 5 games in 1. Division 2026.
- This is a clash of philosophies in a way, as FK Haugesund play a front-heavy system with a higher defensive line, and have taken the pressing game to opponents under Endre Eide, who was appointed recently.
- FK’s most recent games include a 2-0 away win at Hoedd, a 3-2 defeat at Stabaek and a 2-0 home victory against Sandnes Ulf.
- Diarra has scored 9 of FK’s 14 goals in the same period, so he’ll be a player to watch on Sunday.
Key Players
Diarra has scored 9 of FK’s 14 goals in the same period, so he’ll be a player to watch on Sunday.
Betting Insights
- Given the form of the visitors, 2.29 looks like a good price for an away victory.
- Both teams to score - No at 2.53 looks a good bet in this clash, with FK’s strong defense and Sogndal’s lack of goals up front informing that prediction.
Prediction
- In the end, FK have enough quality to pick a win and a shutout, but not enough to prevent Sogndal from having their say.
- We’re going for Haugesund to win to nil and for the visitors to get a few goals.
