Stromsgodset vs Viking - Match Preview (02.11.2025)

Match Preview: Strømsgodset vs Viking at Marienlyst Stadium

A crucial match in the Eliteserien is approaching as Strømsgodset hosts the high-flying Viking at Marienlyst Stadium. Strømsgodset has had a tough season with varying performances, while Viking is on a fantastic run of form and appears to be one of this season's strongest challengers.

Strømsgodset comes off a 0-3 home defeat to Fredrikstad, marking their fourth loss in the last five matches across all competitions. They have struggled to find their rhythm and results this season, and their form curve, with only one win in the last five, puts extra pressure on them ahead of this meeting. With a total of 54 goals conceded this season, the highest in the league so far, Strømsgodset will need a significant defensive improvement if they are to challenge Viking.

On the other hand, Viking has been a team in top form, arriving off a 1-3 victory against Tromsø, their fourth win in the last five league matches. Viking has impressed with their offensive power, scoring a total of 61 goals this season, thus leading in goal average in the league. With only three losses in 25 matches, Viking shows that they are hard to beat.

The last time these two teams met at Marienlyst Stadium on May 29, 2017, it ended in a 4-2 victory for Strømsgodset. However, much has changed since then. The last five encounters between the teams show a balanced record with two wins for Viking, one for Strømsgodset, and two draws.

Considering Viking's strong attacking form and Strømsgodset's defensive shortcomings, the audience at Marienlyst Stadium can expect an exciting and high-scoring clash. Strømsgodset must fully utilize the home advantage and find a way to stop Viking's lethal attacks if they are to have any hope of securing something positive from this challenging match.