Viking – Fredrikstad

Viking host Fredrikstad in what promises to be a clash of starkly different fortunes this weekend. Sitting second in the table with 47 points from 15 wins, two draws and three defeats, the home side have been prolific, scoring 51 goals while conceding just 20. Fredrikstad, perched seventh with 27 points after eight victories, three draws and nine losses, will be looking to tighten up a leaky defence that has yielded 31 goals. The two teams have already met several times this season, and Viking’s superior goal difference of +31 versus Fredrikstad’s –7 underlines the gulf between them. A win for the hosts would cement their push for the title, while a point for the visitors could keep their European hopes alive.