Sandefjord and Start face each other on Sunday 09.20.2026, at 16:00 (UK Time), in a Eliteserien 2026 match. The game will take place at Sandefjord's home ground, the Komplett Arena.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Guttane and Start, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Sandefjord vs Start
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Sandefjord preview
Sandefjord heads into the match with the following record in the Eliteserien: in 20 matches, Guttane secured 5 victories, 5 draws, and 10 losses, maintaining an average of 1 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Hvalfangerne's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 5 victories so far.
Sandefjord has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 18 goals, of which 18 were scored in the Eliteserien, resulting in an average of 0.9 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Evangelos Patoulidis, who has found the back of the net 4 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Vetle Walle Egeli has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, Sandefjord has conceded 27 goals in the Eliteserien (an average of 1.35 per game) and 27 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.35 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Start preview
Start comes into the game with 20 matches played so far in the Eliteserien. They have secured 4 victories, 4 draws, and 12 losses, maintaining an average of 0.8 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 4 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses.
Start's attack has been highly effective, scoring 22 goals during this period. Of that total, 22 were netted in the Eliteserien, with an average of 1.1 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.1.
Start's offensive system is led by Jesper Cornelius, the team's top scorer this season. The danish forward has found the back of the net 5 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Tom Strannegard. The midfielder has contributed with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 41 goals with an average of 2.05 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 41 goals in 20 matches, averaging 2.05 per match.
Head to head: Sandefjord vs Start
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Sandefjord
Norway - Eliteserien
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D D W L |
1 |
| Home | D D L L D |
0.6 |
| Away | L W L L L |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 20% | 30% |
| Goals | 2.25 | 1.7 | 2.8 |
| Scored | 0.9 | 0.7 | 1.1 |
| Conceded | 1.35 | 1 | 1.7 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 30% | 70% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 40% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 35% | 50% | 20% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 50% | 30% |
|
xG
|
1.48 | 1.51 | 1.46 |
|
xGA
|
1.75 | 1.63 | 1.87 |
Start
Norway - Eliteserien
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L W L L |
1.2 |
| Home | W W L L L |
1.2 |
| Away | L W L L L |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 30% | 10% |
| Goals | 3.15 | 2.7 | 3.6 |
| Scored | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1 |
| Conceded | 2.05 | 1.5 | 2.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 50% | 70% |
| Without Conceding | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 30% | 30% | 30% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 40% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.53 | 1.64 | 1.42 |
|
xGA
|
1.69 | 1.44 | 1.93 |
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