The upcoming Norwegian Eliteserien clash between Sandefjord and Tromso IL is set to be a crucial battle as both teams fight to escape relegation.
Here's an in-depth look at the prediction, team form, news, and expected lineups for this highly anticipated match.
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Sandefjord's Struggle for Survival
Sandefjord currently sits at the bottom of the Norwegian Eliteserien table with only nine points from 12 matches.
Under the management of Hans Erik Odegaard and Andreas Tegstrom, the team has managed just two victories this season.
Their last league win came in early May against Molde FK and Sarpsborg 08.
Despite a 4-2 friendly win over Fredrikstad FK, Sandefjord's recent 2-1 loss to HamKam further deepened their relegation worries.
Tromso's Recent Improvement
Tromso, placed 14th with one point more than Sandefjord, started the season poorly with five consecutive losses.
However, their form has improved recently, with three wins and a draw in their last seven matches.
Despite their struggles away from home, Tromso will aim to break their winless streak at Komplett Arena, a ground where they have not won since 2010.
Team Form
Sandefjord Form
Last 6 Matches: LLLDDL
Key Players: Eman Markovic, Alexander Ruud Tveter, Jakob Dunsby
Tromso Form
Last 6 Matches: LWDWLL
Key Players: Lasse Selvag Nordas, Jostein Gundersen, Eric Kitolano
Team News
Sandefjord
Injuries: Aleksander Nilsson and Darrell Tibell
Expected Lineup: Keto; Egeli, Bergile, Gjone, Cheng; Mork, Ottosson, Amin; Dunsby, Tveter, Markovic
Tromso
Injuries: Miika Koskela and Vegard Erlien
Expected Lineup: Haugaard; Paintsil, A Jenssen, Guddal, Skjaervik, Norheim; Nordas, Hjerto-Dahl, R Jenssen, Antonsen; Romsaas
Prediction
Despite Tromso's poor record at Komplett Arena and lack of away victories this season, their recent form suggests they are better poised to win.
Sandefjord's ongoing struggles make it likely that Tromso will take the three points.
Our Prediction: Sandefjord 1-2 Tromso IL
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