Molde vs Lillestrom Prediction and Betting Tips | July 7th 2024
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)