Prediction for match Viking — Rosenborg

Match Analysis: Viking vs Rosenborg

Viking and Rosenborg will face off on May 1, 2026, in the Norwegian Eliteserien. Viking is the favorite according to the odds: their victory is priced at 1.43, a draw at 4.96, and a Rosenborg win at 6.75. The probabilities are distributed as follows: Viking 66.66%, draw 19.22%, Rosenborg 14.12%. This setup reflects confidence in Viking's superiority at this stage of the season and a noticeable gap in chances between the opponents. The betting line also offers options on totals and both teams to score, but Viking's victory stands out in terms of probability and odds.

Team Results and Statistics

Viking has shown an excellent run in their last three matches: they defeated Fredrikstad 2-1 on April 25, overcame Brann 3-2 on April 18, and thrashed Bodø/Glimt 5-0 on April 11. During the same period, Rosenborg drew 1-1 with Brann on April 25, had a goalless draw with Sandefjord on April 18, and beat Sarpsborg 08 2-1 on April 12. In their most recent head-to-head meeting on August 31, 2025, Viking was stronger than Rosenborg with a 2-1 victory. Over a five-match span, Viking averages 45.2% possession, receives 2 yellow cards, commits 12.6 fouls, and is caught offside 1.6 times per game. Rosenborg averages 49.8% possession, 1.8 yellow cards, 8.8 fouls, and 0.8 offsides. These figures highlight Viking's more aggressive style and Rosenborg's slightly greater discipline.

How Many Goals in Viking vs Rosenborg Match

Viking consistently shows high scoring in their five-match stretch: the average number of goals in their matches is 3.8, with the club scoring 3 goals per game and conceding only 0.8. Rosenborg, on the other hand, has lower figures: 1.8 goals on average per match, 0.6 scored, and 1.2 conceded. For over 2.5 goals, Viking had 4 out of 5 high-scoring games, while Rosenborg had only 1 out of 5. By halves, Viking scored over 1.5 goals three times in the first half and as many times in the second. Rosenborg scored over 1.5 twice in the first half and only once in the second. Viking most often scores in the 0-15 minute interval (31%), while Rosenborg scores between 46-60 minutes (40%). In terms of goals conceded, Viking is most vulnerable at the end of the first and start of the second half (43% in both 31-45 and 46-60 intervals), while Rosenborg's conceded goals are evenly distributed across four intervals (25% each). Given Viking's attacking potential and consistency, a bet on Viking's individual total over 2.5 seems logical.

Corners: Numbers and Possible Bets

In terms of average corners over five matches, Viking has 4.2, while Rosenborg has 7.8. Viking exceeded the over 9.5 corners total 4 times out of 5, and Rosenborg did the same. The odds offer both over and under 9.5 corners: over 9.5 is priced at 1.44, under 9.5 at 2.60. Viking delivers fewer corners, but Rosenborg compensates with their flank activity. There is no clear favorite for winning corners, but the overall profile of both teams supports a bet on over 9.5 corners. It's also worth noting that Viking often plays for results, while Rosenborg focuses on set pieces, which could lead to a high number of corner kicks.