- Recent form: Haugesund have won 3 of their last 5 matches, losing the other two, while Ranheim have lost 4 of their last 5.
- Goals scored: Ranheim have scored eight goals in their last five matches, Haugesund have hit twelve.
- Standings: Ranheim are 7th in the 1. Division 2026 after 15 games with 20 points, while Haugesund are 2nd on 31 points.
Head-to-head record suggests Haugesund have a psychological edge
The 1. Division 2026's second-placed team, Haugesund, head to the EXTRA Arena to take on 7th-placed Ranheim Trondheim in a fixture that has a long head-to-head history. In the last meeting, Haugesund recorded a 4-1 win and the visitors will be looking for a repeat performance to cement their psychological edge.
Haugesund have had a mixed run of form recently, winning three and losing two of their last five in all competitions. They have been in impressive scoring form during that time, netting 12 goals in total, while Eirik Viland Andersen has been their biggest threat with four goals in his last five games. In their most recent two fixtures, they beat Odds Ballklubb 3-1 away from home before losing 2-1 at home to Bryne. They've proven they can play away from home, but there are still some inconsistencies in their play.
Ranheim Trondheim, on the other hand, come into this one on a three-game losing streak after being beaten 2-5 at home by Stabæk and 3-2 away to Sogndal. They've only won one of their last five in all competitions and have lost four of those. Mikael Toerset Johnsen has been in blistering form, netting three in his last five appearances. The hosts have also seen their attack come to life of late, with eight goals scored in their previous five fixtures.
Haugesund should win
Prediction
- We feel Haugesund are more likely to win than the draw or Ranheim, who are set at 2.17, 3.82 and 2.85, respectively.
- However, this is a fixture that has goals and we feel the best way to make money is Over 2.5 at 1.28 or Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.29.
Tactical battle
Christian Eggen Rismark's side like to play a more methodical 4-3-3 system, they're a patient side on the ball, they're aggressive with their fullbacks and they like to press when the trigger is on. Endre Eide has a completely different approach, he sets his side up in a punchy 4-3-3 system that plays a faster brand of soccer. They like to win the ball back high up the pitch and move forward quickly. This is a classic style clash and the way to play it is in favour of goals.
Haugesund’s away record is volatile
Ranheim have a solid home record this season with five wins, two draws and one loss, however, they've let in 1.75 goals per match at their own ground. Meanwhile, Haugesund's 1. Division 2026 away record reads like a wild night out, they've scored 3.12 goals and let in 2.38 per match away from home. The numbers point to chaos when these two sides meet.
Gjermund Aasen has been Ranheim's creator in chief this season, he's three assists in his last five but doesn't seem to get as much credit as Toorset Johnsen. He provides width and bite from the right and can make the difference in this clash.
