Bet with MINO CASINO →Played: final score 3–1. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Vålerenga are at home to Brann on 18 October 2026 · 16:00 at Intility Arena (Oslo), with Rohit Saggi as the referee. We see nothing to choose between them. Further down: our tip, estimated probabilities, absences and our analysis of the match.
Vålerenga vs Brann: match preview and analysis
How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Vålerenga are 8th with 32 points after 25 matches (9W 5D 11L), whereas Brann are 7th with 32 points (10W 2D 13L).
- Head to head. In their 22 meetings so far, Vålerenga have 11 wins, Brann have 8 wins and 3 draws have been recorded; the goals stand at 38–35.
What to expect
We think the teams are evenly matched. Our projected score is 2–2, about 4 goals combined, and 1–1 (9.2%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Our tip for goals is Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.89), and our probability for it is 51%. We estimate both teams scoring at 69% and over 2.5 goals at 69%.
Prediction: key points
- Meetings: 22; Vålerenga 11 wins, 3 draws, Brann 8 wins.
- Meetings between these sides have averaged 3.3 goals.
- We are expecting about 4 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 69%.
- Absent: Vålerenga 0, Brann 0.
Alternative tip: Vålerenga or draw (1X)
Alternative pick: Vålerenga or draw (1X) (probability 66%, best available odds 1.50). Our projection of about 4 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Vålerenga are missing: no absences. Brann are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
Vålerenga vs Brann: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 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% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 18/10/26, 12:00. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 7.1%.
Match 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?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Vålerenga vs Brann: who is missing
Vålerenga
- No reported absences
Brann
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Vålerenga vs Brann: table positions 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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Vålerenga vs Brann: questions and answers
What is the best tip for Vålerenga vs Brann?
Our result tip is Vålerenga or draw (1X) (odds 1.50), and our goals tip is Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.89). The safer pick is Vålerenga or draw (1X).
Who will win Vålerenga vs Brann?
Our probabilities: Vålerenga to win 42%, a draw 24%, Brann to win 34%.
What time and where is kick-off?
18 October 2026, kick-off at 16:00, at Intility Arena, Oslo. Referee: Rohit Saggi.
Who will be missing?
Vålerenga: no absences. Brann: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 69% (odds 1.40); under 2.5 goals is at 31% (odds 3.10).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 69% probability (odds 1.36).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 1–1 (9.2%); after that come 2–1 (8.5%) and 1–2 (7.6%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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