Tromsø v Strømsgodset betting guide: Not much separates the two teams

Tromsø and Strømsgodset should both be in good shape for this meeting, as there's been enough days for both of them to train and rest since their last matches.

Everyone involved with the away team has to get their travel gear ready for this match as there's a whopping 1700 kilometers to cover before arriving at the match.

Tromsø form and stats

The story so far in the Eliteserien for Tromsø, who have the most conceded goals (43) in Eliteserien, at their home stadium (Alfheim Stadion) is 3 wins, 3 draws and 4 defeats. Three draws in a row here at Alfheim Stadion for Tromsø, who might be willing to risk more at some point in hope of a win.

The fans are hoping that Tromsø will strike back in this match, putting things right after the 0-3 away loss in the Eliteserien game against Molde (placed 1st). In the match before that, Tromsø hosted Haugesund and drew the game 2-2.

The bookmakers consider this a fairly even contest. One could say only the home advantage separates the teams. It could be relevant to look at how Tromsø have performed in matches similar to this (as small favourites). Our database has found nine matches with the results: Won 4 Drawn 5 Lost 0.

Tromsø are certainly not overdoing their scoring at home in league matches, having created 13 goals in 10 attempts. On the other hand, Tromsø have conceded 14 goals.

Strømsgodset form and stats

The hunting on away grounds haven’t been very fruitful for Strømsgodset, who have the fewest points (3) away in Eliteserien, so far with only 3 Eliteserien points returning home. The records show 0-3-7 (win-draw-lose). The loyal fans travelling with their beloved Strømsgodset have enjoyed the stadium food more than the matches as the visitors have gone ten consecutive matches without winning on the road. The last time three points were secured away was the Brann game.

Strømsgodset are travelling after their nice 1-0 home win in the Eliteserien against Ranheim (placed 15th). A 1-2 defeat away at Stabæk before that.

So, this is expected to be a close game, an even contest. Looking at earlier matches with Strømsgodset playing away and similar expectations, we found eight relevant matches. Results were 2 Strømsgodset wins, 3 draws and 3 defeats.

The attacking power of Strømsgodset when travelling is not overwhelming with 6 goals scored from 10 league matches away. In the opposite end, Strømsgodset have conceded 18 goals in their away games.

Head 2 Head

This is not the first time this season these parties meet, as the history books show this recent fixture: Strømsgodset - Tromsø 3-1. Numbers for the last ten meetings between these two teams are: 3 wins for Tromsø, 2 draws and 5 wins for Strømsgodset. Over 2,5 goals: 6 times; under 2,5 goals: 4 games.

Top Goalscorers

O. Valakari 5 goals / 2 assists

R. Taylor 4 goals

F. Azemi 3 goals

Tromsø missing players

Strømsgodset missing players