Viking take on the visitors Bodo/Glimt in the round 14 match of Norwegian Eliteserien. The match will be played on Saturday, July 19th at Lyse Arena (Stavanger).
Viking have a rare shot at glory. The Dark Blues have a proud history: they’ve won the Norwegian league title eight times and lifted the national cup on six occasions. However, their last league triumph dates all the way back to 1991, and success has been hard to come by in recent decades. Last season, they looked capable of a real breakthrough but had to settle for a third-place finish. This year, though, Viking have stepped up and are currently leading the standings with authority. Winning roughly two-thirds of their matches, they’ve managed to pull away from the chasing pack. But their recent form has wobbled — in their latest outing, they faced closest rivals Brann and suffered a heavy 1-3 defeat. That loss highlighted some defensive vulnerabilities and could shake their momentum heading into a crucial stretch of fixtures.
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Bodø/Glimt spent much of their history in the shadows, but in recent years they’ve become the dominant force in Norwegian football. Their resurgence culminated in multiple league titles and deep runs in Europe. Last season, they reclaimed the championship once again, fending off strong competition. Knutsen’s side also impressed on the continental stage, reaching the Europa League semifinal — where they eventually fell to Tottenham, the eventual winners. However, their Champions League ambitions remain unfulfilled, with qualification to the group stage continuing to elude them. Domestically, their league campaign this year has been patchy, with a string of unexpected draws and narrow wins. Most recently, they edged out Fredrikstad 1-0, but the performance left plenty of room for improvement.
Even in recent years, Viking have proven a tough opponent for the champions — with both teams earning two wins apiece in their last five official encounters. The league leaders have stumbled, and the reigning champions are well-positioned to take advantage. Back the Yellow Horde to secure an important away victory.
Prediction for the match: Bodo/Glimt to win.
