Viking vs Rosenborg prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on May 1, 2026
Eliteserien Norway
In the 7th round of the Norwegian Eliteserien on May 1, 2026, Viking will face Rosenborg. The hosts will try to defeat the historic giant, who have made an unconvincing start to the season.
Viking vs Rosenborg: Team News and Expert Analysis
The Stavanger club won last year’s championship, their first since 1991. They have also started the new campaign well: yes, they stumbled against HamKam, losing 1-2 away, but then achieved only victories, including a 5-0 win over Bodo/Glimt. Fredrikstad was also beaten, albeit narrowly, 2-1.
The Trondheim team has long lost its status as the nation's football leader. In 2025, they collected 42 points and finished seventh overall. After the break, they started with three straight losses, and only managed to defeat Sarpsborg 2-1 at home. Their recent matches against Sandefjord and Brann ended in draws.
The national champion has made a powerful start to their title defense: averaging 2.67 goals scored and conceding one per game. Johansson’s side, in contrast, average just 0.5 goals scored and 1.33 conceded.
Previous Matches: Viking vs Rosenborg
Viking have won twice in their last four official encounters with Rosenborg, suffering just one defeat.
The leader is playing at home. So it is reasonable to bet on them to win with a "-1 goal" handicap (odds – 1.62).
Viking vs Rosenborg: Key Stats and Trends
- Viking have won five matches in a row
- 67% of Viking’s matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 3.67 goals per game
- Rosenborg have lost three of their six matches this season
- 33% of Rosenborg’s matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 1.83 goals per game
Viking vs Rosenborg: Probable Starting Lineups
Viking play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Estbe - Heughen, Falkener, Stensness, Heggheim - Tripic, Haugen, Bell, Askildsen - Kvia-Egeskog, Kristiansen
Rosenborg play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Valstedt - Solheim, Nemcik, Resten, Mortensen - Seide, Fossum, Selnæs, Nordli - Bomholt, Shyaha
Place a bet on the upcoming match and follow the teams’ performance in the Norwegian Eliteserien league table
