Vålerenga vs Sarpsborg 08 FF, 16 May 2026, Eliteserien: form, head-to-head and match facts

Vålerenga edged a thrilling 3‑2 victory over Sarpsborg 08 FF at home, tightening the gap to third place with 22 points from 20 matches. The win brings them level on six wins with Sarpsborg but leaves them with four draws and ten defeats, a record that still sees them trailing the ninth‑placed visitors, who sit on 25 points. Goal‑wise Vålerenga’s 33‑42 tally improves marginally, while Sarpsborg’s defence remains solid at 26 conceded, despite the three goals they poured into the Oslo side. The result also tips the head‑to‑head this season in Vålerenga’s favour, giving them the sole win after one draw between the clubs.