Sogndal IL
- Sogndal IL sit 11th with 18 points from 17 games, while Sandnes Ulf are 10th with 20 points, so this matchup should be a fairly tight one in mid-table.
- Sogndal's recent form is also a bit of a mixed bag, they have won 2 and lost 3 of their last 5, and their current 2-game losing run will certainly have set a few alarm bells ringing.
- They lost 3-2 away to Lyn and 2-0 at home to Bryne in their most recent fixtures.
- Their inability to control the game in both halves of that home loss against Bryne was a concern, and the fact that Luis Pimenta had to step back to the sideline for the day on 26 June 2026 will not have helped the cohesion.
Sandnes Ulf
- Arturo Max Cleveland is more of an attacking-minded boss and his team will try and press, counter and score goals.
- Sogndal will have to score a few goals to beat Sandnes on Sunday as their guests have averaged just 1.12 goals per game away from home in the 1. Division 2026 and have scored just 9 goals on the road.
- Sandnes will get chances to get on the board, as their home win against Sogndal was 2-0, but their recent away form (W0, D1, L1) doesn't exactly suggest they have what it takes to get the upset here.
- Sandnes' most recent two matches have seen them draw 0-0 away and lose 3-4 at home to Hoedd, so they have taken a few knocks to the backline of late.
Head-to-Head
In their last 5 meetings in the 1. Division 2026 , Sogndal have won 3 and lost 2 , there have been no draws .
Key Players
Kasper Skaanes has been a live wire for Sogndal in their recent games, he has created 3 assists in their last 5 games, which have seen them score 9 times.
Betting Insights
- The home form of the teams is stronger in Sogndal's favour, with 4 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses from 8 home games, so they should be able to find a way to win this game.
- The bookmakers have Sogndal as the slight favorites at 2.0, with Sandnes coming in at 3.18 and the draw at 3.85.
- Recommended markets: Over 2.5 priced at 1.32 and Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.33.
Prediction
- This is a clash of styles, so expect Sogndal to try and control the possession and shape, while Sandnes will look to press, break fast and punish turnovers.
- It may take a few minutes for the game to explode, but Sogndal's controlled build-up will be under pressure and that could lead to an open game.
- Sogndal are the edge here, but I think the score should keep Sandnes in it.