Vålerenga vs HamKam prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on July 31, 2026
In the 16th round of the Norwegian Eliteserien on July 31, 2026, Vålerenga will face HamKam. This is a match between two mid-table teams in the league.
Vålerenga vs HamKam: Team News and Expert Analysis
The Oslo club collected 43 points in 2025—enough to finish in the upper part of the standings, in sixth place. Not much has changed this season; they remain a solid mid-table side in the league. In the previous round, they also beat Brann 3-2.
The team from Hamar finished last season with 37 points, placing eleventh. This year, they've managed to improve, winning nearly half of their matches. However, they are currently experiencing a downturn, suffering consecutive defeats to Tromsø, Bodø/Glimt, and Sarpsborg.
The capital’s players currently score 1.57 goals per game while conceding 1.71. Thomas Myhre’s team has a positive ratio: 1.43 goals scored and 1.86 conceded per match.
Previous Matches: Vålerenga vs HamKam
After a couple of draws in Oslo, HamKam went on to win twice in a row at home.
The visitors are currently on a downward trend, and the hosts should capitalize on this—especially since the home side is in good form. We predict a home win in this encounter (odds – 1.60).
Vålerenga vs HamKam: Key Statistics and Trends
- Vålerenga have lost two of their last five official matches
- 50% of Vålerenga’s matches end with goals from both teams; the average total goals per match is 3.29
- HamKam have lost their last three games
- 64% of HamKam’s matches end with goals from both teams; the average total goals per match is 3.29
Vålerenga vs HamKam: Potential Starting Lineups
Vålerenga are expected to play with a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Hedvall – Finnsson, Nesberg, Olsen, Jarl – Haren, Lange, Ambina, Bjørdal – Grundetjern, Thorvaldsen
HamKam are likely to use a 1-5-3-2 formation (possible lineup): Sannberg – Ekerot, Metcalfe, Amundsen-Dey, Opsahl, Gjone – Potur, Mares, Tronsen – Udahl, Alassane Niyang
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