The action continues in round 13 of Norwegian Eliteserien as Molde FK and Lillestrom square off at the Aker Stadion on Sunday. Andreas Georgson’s men head into the weekend on a three-match winning streak and will look to keep the juggernaut rolling.
After a four-week break, Molde returned to action in the Eliteserien last Friday when they secured a 2-0 victory over Tromso at the Alfheim Stadion.
Erling Moe’s men have now gone four consecutive matches without defeat in all competitions, claiming three wins and one draw since a 4-2 loss against Sarpsborg on May 20.
With 24 points from 13 matches, Molde are currently third in the Eliteserien table, six points adrift of league leaders Bodo/Glimt.
Like the hosts, Lillestrom also returned to action in the league with a win as they edged out KFUM Oslo 2-1 at the Åråsen Stadion last time out.
Georgson’s men have now won three games on the bounce across all competitions, including a 2-0 friendly victory over Goteborg at the Vigernesjordet on June 20.
Lillestrom have picked up 16 points from 12 matches to sit seventh in the league standings, one point above eighth-placed KFUM.
Molde FK vs Lillestrom Head-To-Head and Key Numbers
- With 22 wins from the last 53 meetings between the sides, Molde boast a superior record in the history of this fixture.
- Lillestrom have picked up 14 wins in that time, while the spoils have been shared on 17 occasions.
- Molde have failed to win their last three Eliteserien home games, picking up two points from a possible nine since the start of May.
- Lillestrom have won all but one of their last four away matches in all competitions, with a 2-1 defeat against Odd on May 26 being the exception.
Molde FK vs Lillestrom Prediction
Looking at recent meetings between Molde and Lillestrom, we anticipate a thrilling contest at the Aker Stadion with plenty of goal-mouth action.
Molde’s home advantage gives them a slight edge and we fancy them to come away with all three points.
Prediction: Molde 2-1 Lillestrom
Molde FK vs Lillestrom Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Molde to win
Tip 2: Over 2.5 goals - Yes (There have been at least three goals scored in four of the last five meetings between the sides)
Tip 3: Over 4.5 cards - No (There have also been fewer than five bookings in nine of their last 10 clashes)