Viking have shown determination this season after narrowly missing out on European qualification last term, recording nine wins, five draws, and just three losses so far. This impressive form has them just one point behind second-placed Brann, with a game in hand. Their recent performance against HamKam saw them dominate the match but only manage a draw due to two unfortunate own-goals. Despite that setback, Viking's recent form is among the best in the division, boasting six wins, two draws, and only one loss in their last nine matches, with four clean sheets during this run. At SR-Bank Arena, they are currently on a four-match winning streak, having taken 20 points from a possible 27 at home, the second-best home record in the league. On the other hand, Bodo/Glimt are having another strong season, sitting at the top of the league with a seven-point lead. They come into this match after securing a 1-0 advantage in their Champions League third qualifying round against Jagiellonia Bialystok, following a solid 4-2 league win over Haugesund. However, their away form has been less convincing, with both of their defeats this season coming in the last five away games. Bodo/Glimt won their previous encounter against Viking 1-0 in April but lost 3-2 in their last visit to SR-Bank Arena. Viking will be missing Nick D'Agostino and Franco Lino due to injuries, but Sander Svendsen, in fine form with four goals in his last five matches, is expected to lead the attack alongside Peter Christiansen and Zlatko Tripic. Bodo/Glimt, meanwhile, are dealing with a significant injury crisis, missing key players like Nino Zugelj, Daniel Bassi, Gaute Vetti, Syver Skeide, Brice Wembangomo, Omar Elabdellaoui, and Runar Espejord. With Bodo/Glimt potentially rotating their squad due to upcoming Champions League commitments, this match could be a close contest, and a draw seems a likely outcome.
