Bet with Freshbet →Played: final score 3–1. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Vålerenga play Brann at home on 18 October 2026 · 16:00 at Intility Arena (Oslo); the referee is Rohit Saggi. For us, there is no clear favourite. Our tip, estimated probabilities, absences and a match analysis are below.
Vålerenga vs Brann: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Vålerenga are 8th in the table, on 32 points after 25 matches (9W 5D 11L), and Brann are 7th, on 32 points (10W 2D 13L).
- Head to head. From 22 meetings: 11 wins for Vålerenga, 8 wins for Brann and 3 draws, with the goals at 38–35.
What to expect
We see an evenly matched game, with a 2–2 score estimate, roughly 4 goals in all, and 1–1 (9.2%) the most probable single result. Goals at both ends are likely in an open game.
In the goals market we pick Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.89), and we rate it at 51%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 69% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 69% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 22; Vålerenga 11 wins, 3 draws, Brann 8 wins.
- An average of 3.3 goals per meeting between these teams.
- Expected: roughly 4 goals; over 2.5 goals: 69%.
- Out: Vålerenga 0, Brann 0.
Alternative tip: Vålerenga or draw (1X)
Alternative tip: Vålerenga or draw (1X) (probability 66%, best price 1.50). With roughly 4 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Vålerenga: no absences. Absent for Brann: no absences. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Vålerenga vs Brann: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 2.30 | 4.05 | 2.89 |
| Market average | 2.22 | 3.89 | 2.76 |
| Lowest odds | 2.15 | 3.70 | 2.70 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.12 | 1.08 | 86.0% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.40 | 1.35 | 68.6% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 3.10 | 2.96 | 31.4% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 1.99 | 1.91 | 49.2% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.36 | 1.34 | 69.5% |
| BTTS – no | 3.20 | 3.04 | 30.5% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 18/10/26, 12:00. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 7.1%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Vålerenga 1–1 Brann, roughly 4 goals in total.
- Table: Vålerenga 8th (32 points), Brann 7th (32 points).
- H2H: 22 matches: Vålerenga 11W 3D 8L, goals 38–35.
- Absences: Vålerenga 0, Brann 0.
Who will win Vålerenga vs Brann?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Vålerenga vs Brann: team news and absences
Vålerenga
- No reported absences
Brann
- No reported absences
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Viking | 25 | 19-2-4 | 64:26 | 59 |
| 2 |  Bodø/Glimt | 25 | 19-2-4 | 61:23 | 59 |
| 3 |  Molde | 25 | 13-4-8 | 59:39 | 43 |
| 4 |  Rosenborg | 25 | 13-4-8 | 49:31 | 43 |
| 5 |  Lillestrøm | 25 | 13-3-9 | 36:33 | 42 |
| 6 |  Tromsø | 25 | 11-7-7 | 43:38 | 40 |
| 7 | Brann | 25 | 10-2-13 | 45:42 | 32 |
| 8 | Vålerenga | 25 | 9-5-11 | 43:46 | 32 |
| 9 |  Sarpsborg 08 FF | 25 | 8-7-10 | 32:39 | 31 |
| 10 |  KFUM Oslo | 25 | 8-7-10 | 32:41 | 31 |
| 11 |  Fredrikstad | 25 | 8-5-12 | 29:44 | 29 |
| 12 |  Sandefjord | 25 | 7-6-12 | 26:34 | 27 |
| 13 |  Ham-Kam | 25 | 7-6-12 | 35:53 | 27 |
| 14 |  Aalesund | 25 | 5-9-11 | 43:57 | 24 |
| 15 |  Kristiansund BK | 25 | 6-5-14 | 29:51 | 23 |
| 16 |  Start | 25 | 5-4-16 | 26:55 | 19 |
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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Vålerenga vs Brann?
Vålerenga or draw (1X) (1.50); Under 3.5 goals (1.89).
Who will win Vålerenga vs Brann?
We estimate: Vålerenga win 42%, draw 24%, Brann win 34%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 18 October 2026, kick-off: 16:00, venue: Intility Arena, Oslo. Referee: Rohit Saggi.
Who will be missing?
Vålerenga: no absences. Brann: no absences. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 69% (odds 1.40); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 31% (odds 3.10).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 69% (odds 1.36).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 1–1 as most likely (9.2%), then 2–1 (8.5%) and 1–2 (7.6%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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