Sandefjord vs Start predictions, Sep 20, 2026

Sep 13, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Norwegian Eliteserien, on Sunday,

Sandefjord

Start

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As Sandefjord Fotball prepares to host IK Start in the upcoming Eliteserien clash on September 20, 2026, both teams arrive with contrasting recent form. Sandefjord, having won just 1 of their last 5 matches, is facing challenges in securing points. Their performance has been inconsistent, raising concerns over their ability to capitalize on home advantage at Sandefjord Arena.

In contrast, IK Start boasts a more robust form, having clinched victories in 3 of their last 5 encounters. This momentum could provide them with a significant boost as they approach the match, suggesting a tactical edge in terms of confidence and team cohesion. Start’s recent success indicates a potent attacking strategy, which may exploit Sandefjord’s defensive vulnerabilities.

The bookmakers currently favor a home win with odds at 1.97, while IK Start trails with odds of 3.42. Our model suggests a 47.5% probability of a Sandefjord win, a 25.5% chance of a draw, and a 27.2% likelihood of an away victory for Start. Given the disparities in form and the tactical approaches, fans can expect a competitive encounter, though the outcome remains uncertain.

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Sandefjord
47.3%		 Draw
25.4%		 Start
27.3%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.98 3.70 3.40
MarathonBet 2.01 3.77 3.51
Best for US Customers 1.92 3.55 3.35

Latest Results

04.09.26 Sandefjord Fotball – Viking Stavanger FK – 1:1
30.08.26 Sandefjord Fotball – SK Brann – 0:0
16.08.26 Sarpsborg 08 – Sandefjord Fotball – 1:2
07.08.26 Sandefjord Fotball – KFUM-Kameratene Oslo – 0:1
01.08.26 Fredrikstad FK – Sandefjord Fotball – 1:0		 13.09.26 IK Start – SK Brann – 2:0
04.09.26 Aalesunds FK – IK Start – 2:0
30.08.26 IK Start – KFUM-Kameratene Oslo – 4:1
22.08.26 Flekkefjord FK – IK Start – 1:2
08.08.26 IK Start – Fredrikstad FK – 0:1

Facts

  • In this match, only outsiders will meet (ranked 13 and 16 in the zone Relegation ~ OBOS~ligaen).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sandefjord won 2.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • Sandefjord may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Sandefjord might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 15 head-to-head matches, Sandefjord won 8 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 28:15. (average 1.9:1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Sandefjord won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 15:7. (average 2.5:1.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.03.26 Sandefjord Fotball – IK Start – 3:2
    05.03.23 IK Start – Sandefjord Fotball – 1:0
    02.05.21 IK Start – Sandefjord Fotball – 1:1
    27.03.21 IK Start – Sandefjord Fotball – Canceled
    24.10.20 IK Start – Sandefjord Fotball – 0:1

    Standings

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Bodo/Glimt 19 15 2 2 49:15 34 47
    2 Viking 20 15 2 3 51:20 31 47
    3 Molde 20 11 3 6 43:30 13 36
    4 Tromso 20 10 5 5 37:27 10 35
    5 Lillestrom 20 10 2 8 28:26 2 32
    6 Rosenborg 20 9 3 8 36:29 7 30
    7 Fredrikstad 20 8 3 9 24:31 -7 27
    8 Brann 20 8 2 10 37:31 6 26
    9 Sarpsborg 08 20 6 7 7 23:26 -3 25
    10 HamKam 20 6 5 9 27:41 -14 23
    11 Valerenga 20 6 4 10 33:42 -9 22
    12 KFUM Oslo 20 6 4 10 22:34 -12 22
    13 Sandefjord 19 5 5 9 16:24 -8 20
    14 Kristiansund 20 5 4 11 20:37 -17 19
    15 Aalesund 20 3 9 8 31:45 -14 18
    16 Start 20 4 4 12 22:41 -19 16

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